South Beach, CA

Carlsbad

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Photo by Rhonda Zoloth
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Photo by Kim Venuta
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Popular places to visit

Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

4.5/5(1,286 reviews)

The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

LEGOLAND® California
Cloudy day at Carlsbad beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(504 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Carlsbad State Beach
Those of us, land-bound, don't cease to be amazed with the passion, skill and work required for every ride on a wave...carry on inspiring us, merpeople!

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

North Ponto Beach

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

4.5/5(801 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your visit to Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

￥8,349
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

￥1,118
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

￥21,826
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

￥14,062
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

￥5,119
per traveler
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons

Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons

￥17,578
per adult
Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons
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South Beach Hotel Deals

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ￥25,842 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥25,842
￥34,967 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Every staff member was polite, area was very clean and well maintained. Environment was amazing, clean room."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ￥24,412 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
￥24,412
￥27,538 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Hilton garden inn was comfortable convienent & satisfied our needs for our hotel stay. Very nice remodel"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ￥14,676 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
￥14,676
￥16,464 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
"We had a room that faced the highway and it was pretty noisy. I asked to be moved for our second night and we were given a room that faced the pool. It was amazing! The front desk staff was very responsive. The breakfast bar was clean and nicely stocked. However, we hoped for some waffles or pancakes ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ￥15,157 per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
￥15,157
￥17,006 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,558 reviews)
"The room is clean and spacious. With the freeway entrance nearby, it offers easy access to San Diego."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundable
The price is ￥18,129 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥18,129
￥20,340 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"A great values"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥16,926 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥16,926
￥19,286 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,604 reviews)
"Loved area convenient and very safe!"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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Other neighborhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hanover Beach Colony
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Spinnaker Hill

While Spinnaker Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach.

Spinnaker Hill
Batiquitos Lagoon Trail is an easy 3 mile roundtrip trail along the lagoon that’s popular among the locals in Carlsbad. There are plenty of benches to sit and admire the wetland. #LikeALocal

Aviara

4.5/5(142 area reviews)

Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise.

Aviara
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Terramar

Though Terramar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets.

Terramar
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Hedionda Point

Though Hedionda Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon.

Hedionda Point
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North Beach

If you're spending some time in North Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Beach

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