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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, spacious rooms. Would stay here again"
United States
Tiffany
The price is AED 275
AED 308 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

2. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,964 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
The price is AED 239
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

3. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is AED 180
AED 248 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Scandia Motel
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very clean and neet"
United States
Danny
The price is AED 250
AED 280 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

5. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,130 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
The price is AED 209
AED 241 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (907 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff was helpful. Breakfast was more like coffee, apples, banana."
United States
Carmen
The price is AED 237
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

7. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (677 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is AED 476
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Moonlight Beach Motel
A pier extending into the ocean with a sunset in the background.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Victor
The price is AED 356
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

9. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,764 reviews)
"Such a great location"
United States
Brendan
The price is AED 231
AED 261 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,070 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
The price is AED 243
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal serving trays.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Love that there were a lot of different places within walking distance."
United States
Pedro
The price is AED 463
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area.

12. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (684 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is AED 290
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Franciscan Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

13. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (486 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is AED 226
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Escondido Lodge
A pool area with a fenced pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

14. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is AED 228
AED 255 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Fallbrook Country Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

15. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (344 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
The price is AED 251
AED 283 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Mission Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

16. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"O"
United States
Faith
The price is AED 198
AED 223 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

17. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Motel 6 Escondido is the cheapest hotel in the area for a reason."
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 298
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,385 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is AED 380
AED 420 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

19. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (165 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is AED 294
AED 400 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hacienda Motel
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

20. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (605 reviews)
"Love the location and live plants on the property"
United States
Evelyn
The price is AED 364
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent
"I want to give Lena a special shout-out! She works at the front desk and was genuinely one of the nicest people I interacted with during my stay. She was incredibly kind, accommodating, and helpful when I requested a room change. My original room had a connecting door, and since I was traveling alone with my kids, I wasn’t comfortable with that setup. Lena was understanding and made the process so easy. When I also discovered that the remote control in our room wasn’t working, that was taken care of promptly as well. The beds, bathroom, and floors were all very clean, and overall, we had a wonderful stay. It’s employees like Lena who really make a difference in the guest experience. Thank you, Lena, for making our stay that much better!"
Daisy 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carlsbad?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Carlsbad has to offer. Top sights to visit include LEGOLAND® California.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carlsbad?
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight State Beach. Scandia Motel: It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland: Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels are there in Carlsbad?
Expedia has 5 economical motels in Carlsbad.
What things can I to do in Carlsbad?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, check out the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the scenic seaside. People visiting Carlsbad love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach, and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: LEGOLAND® California, GIA Museum, and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Carlsbad Premium Outlets, Flower Fields of Carlsbad, and The Crossings at Carlsbad.
What's the weather like in Carlsbad?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carlsbad to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Carlsbad is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Carlsbad when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carlsbad to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.