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Aug 7 - Aug 9
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Our top choices for San Carlos beach hotels

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1. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
3.0 star property
San Carlos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
The price is ￥25,329
￥29,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
Lobby

2. Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
3.0 star property
Belmont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
The price is ￥20,452
￥23,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
BBQ/picnic area

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
The price is ￥20,294
￥23,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
Lobby

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
3.0 star property
San Carlos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
The price is ￥20,326
￥23,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
Bar (on property)

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
3.0 star property
San Carlos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
The price is ￥19,925
￥23,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Hyatt Place San Carlos
Exterior

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
3.0 star property
San Carlos
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
The price is ￥21,081
￥24,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
Lobby sitting area

7. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,101 reviews)
The price is ￥12,508
￥14,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
LiA Hotel
View from property

8. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
Redwood Shores
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,010 reviews)
The price is ￥19,925
￥26,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Exterior

9. Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Carlos

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Carlos
2.5 star property
San Carlos
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
The price is ￥21,820
￥25,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Carlos
Free daily buffet breakfast

10. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,115 reviews)
The price is ￥20,677
￥23,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in San Carlos

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Breakfast included

Beach hotels with free breakfast in San Carlos

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Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
3.0 star property
San Carlos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
The price is ￥25,329
￥29,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San Carlos Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

8/10 Good
"I like the free breakfast"
Cheryl 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Frequently asked questions

What is San Carlos like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its restaurants and shopping, San Carlos has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a holiday.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in San Carlos?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at weather throughout the year in San Carlos: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for San Carlos is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do around San Carlos?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything San Carlos has to offer. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay or Dunes Beach for some relaxation by the water. Discover the area's restaurants and shopping, and make time for local attractions like Museum of San Carlos History and Hiller Aviation Museum. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to San Francisco Bay or Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in San Carlos?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in San Carlos with ease. To get to San Carlos, book a flight to San Carlos, CA (SQL), the closest major airport, which is located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the city center. If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from San Carlos Station.