What is South Beach like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Carlsbad's South Beach neighborhood. Be sure to check out South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach as part of your South Beach travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in South Beach?

Based on our traveler data, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in South Beach. This resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area and Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Carlsbad, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 81 South Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Beach?

For additional details about updating your trip to South Beach or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighborhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at South Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach, and North Ponto Beach while you're in South Beach. The Camp Store and Batiquitos Lagoon are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. LEGOLAND® California, Flower Fields of Carlsbad, and Museum of Making Music are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Beach. Carlsbad Premium Outlets and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carlsbad.

How can I get around South Beach and the greater Carlsbad area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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An outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a fire feature, and a view of the sunset.

1. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach

Heather

￥31,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern kitchen with a large island, a refrigerated display case, and a textured backsplash.

2. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach

Jorge Adrian

￥18,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

An outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach

robert

￥16,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

Debra

￥18,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

5. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

South Beach

tracy

￥35,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

Troy

￥25,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

7. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach

Sitlali

￥10,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center, 3.1 km from South Beach

Jennelyne

￥25,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 3 km from South Beach

Shayna

￥22,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 4.7 km from South Beach

Heather

￥20,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sunset.

11. Grand Pacific Palisades

Carlsbad Ranch, 1.9 km from South Beach

Nelly

￥35,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a view of a pool, and a building in the background.

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 3.9 km from South Beach

Rolando

￥22,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, chairs, and a pergola.

13. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 1.9 km from South Beach

Jenny Rojas

￥31,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

City Center, 4.5 km from South Beach

Ling

￥31,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A Hyatt Place hotel with a modern glass facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

15. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

7.7 km from South Beach

Sandra

￥19,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A LEGO play area with a pirate ship theme, including a castle and a ship with a skull and crossbones flag.

16. LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.2 km from South Beach

Brendon

￥33,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

17. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Bressi Ranch, 6.1 km from South Beach

Patrick

￥21,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

An outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, stone pillars, and string lights.

18. MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.8 km from South Beach

Courtney

￥26,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A resort pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, a waterfall feature, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

19. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

21.5 km from South Beach

Anissa

￥28,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the ocean.

20. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Carlsbad Village, 6.2 km from South Beach

Catherine

￥28,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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Compare popular hotels in South Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 761 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea	2.5 star property	8.0 Very good 1,557 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG	2.5 star property	7.6 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Beach

Find the best South Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Carlsbad Village

While visiting Carlsbad Village, you might make a stop by sights like Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach.

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A rocky beach with large boulders and pebbles, a clear sky, and distant hills.

North Beach

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

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City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

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Olde Carlsbad

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails are top sights worth seeing.

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Aviara

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.

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Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, clean room. I would stay again."

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1. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

2. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

5. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

7. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11. Grand Pacific Palisades

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

13. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

15. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

16. LEGOLAND California Hotel

17. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

18. MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

19. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

20. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

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Where to stay in South Beach

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