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Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Condo resort in Carlsbad Village

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1604)
"Loved the Inn, location and quality food in Mexican restaurant in premises!"
United States
Anna
The price is ￥20,193
￥27,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
A heated pool
Luxurious La Costa Remodel by SPA w/Steam Shower and Washer/Dryer!

Condo in La Costa

Luxurious La Costa Remodel by SPA w/Steam Shower and Washer/Dryer!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Lovely place to stay. "
United States
Brielle P.
The price is ￥27,945
￥54,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Luxurious La Costa Remodel by SPA w/Steam Shower and Washer/Dryer!
Smart TV
Ocean View Home w/PrivateBalcony

Vacation Home in Olde Carlsbad

Ocean View Home w/PrivateBalcony
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"I will definitely look to stay here again!!"
United States
Dustin D.
The price is ￥11,621
￥41,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Ocean View Home w/PrivateBalcony
Lobby
Free Breakfast Included! Pool & Hot Tub Access. Great Location!

Condo in Bressi Ranch

Free Breakfast Included! Pool & Hot Tub Access. Great Location!
3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is ￥22,530
￥28,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Free Breakfast Included! Pool & Hot Tub Access. Great Location!
Terrace/patio
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Villa in Carlsbad Village

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"Excellent stay, looking forward to returning."
United States
Eric
The price is ￥56,299
￥117,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Beach
Luxury Beachfront Villa - Sand Suite

Villa in Carlsbad Village

Luxury Beachfront Villa - Sand Suite
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2)
"We loved the beach. Staying on the lower level right on the sand was the right choice for us. The beach is well used but not too crowded most days. The apartment is simple, clean, easy. Great location near the village center and walkable. Thanks!"
United States
Robert P.
The price is ￥269,464
￥419,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Luxury Beachfront Villa - Sand Suite
Outdoor dining
Tiered garden beach home-Gameroom, Garden, Deck, mts to Beaches,Lagoon, Legoland

Vacation Home in Hedionda Point

Tiered garden beach home-Gameroom, Garden, Deck, mts to Beaches,Lagoon, Legoland
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"This home has everything you need to make you feel at home on vacation. Spacious, clean, organized, lots of toys and a great attention to detail (including labeled drawers which made it easier to find things!) Convenient to the 5, beaches, Carlsbad, and many other great, fun destinations. We will definitely stay here again."
United States
Nancy K.
The price is ￥38,205
￥111,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Tiered garden beach home-Gameroom, Garden, Deck, mts to Beaches,Lagoon, Legoland
Terrace/patio
Spacious, Charming, Clean Home Close To The Beach!

Vacation Home in Olde Carlsbad

Spacious, Charming, Clean Home Close To The Beach!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (76)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Check-in was super easy. The home was quite comfortable and the kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed. The kids especially enjoyed the availability of the boogie boards and the games in the game closet. The parents found the super clean jacuzzi quite relaxing at the end of a busy day. Definitely a place that I would recommend."
United States
Gail L.
The price is ￥99,058
￥186,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Spacious, Charming, Clean Home Close To The Beach!
Outdoor dining
Outstanding Location - Beach and Village E

Apartment in North Beach

Outstanding Location - Beach and Village E
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Great place, will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Tom
The price is ￥29,629
￥61,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Outstanding Location - Beach and Village E
Pool
Coastal Haven Unbeatable Beach and Village Location

Apartment in North Beach

Coastal Haven Unbeatable Beach and Village Location
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"We love Carlsbad and this was a perfect place to stay. Will definitely be returning."
United States
susan l.
The price is ￥30,443
￥64,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Coastal Haven Unbeatable Beach and Village Location
Pool
Beach Vacation Rental - Steps from the Sandy Beach Shoreline and the Village

Apartment in North Beach

Beach Vacation Rental - Steps from the Sandy Beach Shoreline and the Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Will definitely look to stay here again!"
United States
Jennie M.
The price is ￥27,321
￥55,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Beach Vacation Rental - Steps from the Sandy Beach Shoreline and the Village
Outdoor dining
Premium Location - Beach Rental Condo Unit C

Apartment in North Beach

Premium Location - Beach Rental Condo Unit C
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The condo was clean, well equipped and close to everything. We would book here again in the future."
United States
Sylvia C.
The price is ￥27,290
￥55,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Premium Location - Beach Rental Condo Unit C
Outdoor spa tub
Carlsbad Beach Oasis+HotTub

Vacation Home in Olde Carlsbad

Carlsbad Beach Oasis+HotTub
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Very nice stay with room for all 8 adults. Beds are comfortable; Kitchen is fine. Easy check in and check out and good location also helped make this property perfect for our large group."
United States
Jennifer G.
The price is ￥60,531
￥122,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Carlsbad Beach Oasis+HotTub
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
~OPEN 12/22-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

Vacation Home in Aviara

~OPEN 12/22-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (179)
"Nice place, quiet neighborhood, pleasant walk to the beach and a big park. "
United States
Tim J.
The price is ￥49,958
￥95,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
~OPEN 12/22-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~
Room 6 2Bdr Ocean view (Wrap Around Balcony) | Private kitchen
Beachwalk Villas

Apartment in Carlsbad Village

Beachwalk Villas
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Oceanfront view"
United States
Tina
The price is ￥51,109
￥57,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Beachwalk Villas
Pool
A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534

Aparthotel in La Costa

A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Great"
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥46,314
￥88,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Charming & Relaxing Getaway: Mins to Beach - Patio 5 star Location

Vacation Home in North Beach

Charming & Relaxing Getaway: Mins to Beach - Patio 5 star Location
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"It was lovely and comfy and close to everything."
United States
Nigel B.
The price is ￥94,843
￥158,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Charming & Relaxing Getaway: Mins to Beach - Patio 5 star Location
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
~OPEN Jan 4-7! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool/Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~

Vacation Home in Aviara

~OPEN Jan 4-7! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool/Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"The house was just as described and more. Welcome surprises such as abundant pool towels, pool toys and board games made it the perfect getaway for our family gathering. The host was extremely responsive and helpful!"
United States
Ellen M.
The price is ￥91,330
￥148,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
~OPEN Jan 4-7! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool/Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Timeless Carlsbad retreat with 2 bedrooms, AC and ocean view patio

Vacation Home in Carlsbad Village

Timeless Carlsbad retreat with 2 bedrooms, AC and ocean view patio
2.0 star property
The price is ￥61,596
￥115,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Timeless Carlsbad retreat with 2 bedrooms, AC and ocean view patio
Interior detail
~OPEN Dec 18-20! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~

Vacation Home in Aviara

~OPEN Dec 18-20! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Lovely property - Cyndi was a great host!"
United States
Emily S.
The price is ￥63,229
￥103,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
~OPEN Dec 18-20! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

10/10 Excellent
"Love how close this motel is to Legoland "
Breana 2-night trip
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Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Carlsbad?

Yes, we have vacation rentals in Carlsbad near LEGOLAND® California, or you can go with a more remote option if you want a relaxing stay. Visitors like the fun-filled theme parks and popular beaches in Carlsbad. While you're here, don't miss out on the array of shops.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Carlsbad?

Aquamarine Villas: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Carlsbad, which is located near the beach and has an outdoor pool, a fireplace, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop, and a microwave. It offers a balcony, a garden, and an arcade game room so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. Our travelers also rate ~OPEN 12/19-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~ as a favorite home for rent in Carlsbad.

How many vacation rentals are there in Carlsbad?

With 233 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Carlsbad stay.

What’s there to see and do in Carlsbad?

Cultural attractions include GIA Museum and New Village Arts Theatre, whereas Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are a couple of picturesque spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Carlsbad like?

A vacation rental is a private property where you can stay for several days or longer in Carlsbad. Vacation rentals provide amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can offer a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great choice for family trips or small group gatherings.