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Our top choices for South Carlsbad State Beach hotels

1. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Aviara, 3.1 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Neal
¥82,676
¥105,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

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

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach, 0.5 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Angie
¥20,346
¥29,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

3. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
South Beach, 1.2 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Sue
¥28,507
¥38,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

4. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
2.3 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
Mexico
Jose Oscar Armando Angulo
¥77,209
¥94,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach, 2.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Mark
¥22,863
¥25,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

6. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch, 2.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Richard
¥24,169
¥31,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center, 2.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Roberto
¥20,351
¥26,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Christine
¥16,428
¥18,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Tuesday
¥18,402
¥20,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

10. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
City Center, 2 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Roberto
¥10,137
¥11,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

11. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Benjamin
¥11,153
¥12,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

12. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
7.8 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Jacklyn
¥56,288
¥62,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Twelve Senses Retreat

13. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
17.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Lilit
¥171,389
¥198,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

14. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
9.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Shannon J
¥22,026
¥24,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
14.9 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Paula
¥22,316
¥24,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

16. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar
21.3 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Brandon
¥109,659
¥138,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Fairmont Grand Del Mar

17. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Aviara, 5 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Christine
¥19,077
¥21,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

18. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
City Center, 4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Anthony
¥16,354
¥21,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
West Inn & Suites

19. Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace
7.3 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
ALI
¥35,722
¥47,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Beach Terrace

20. Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
16.1 km from South Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Kristine
¥34,176
¥44,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Del Mar Beach Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to South Carlsbad State Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
8.8
Excellent
745 reviews
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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
8.8
Excellent
290 reviews
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Garden
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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Top South Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Safe,quiet and uneventful!!!"
Roy 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This is a wonderful property. The rooms are clean and spacious. It it not a $1k a night property so it's not luxurious. But it is beyond lovely. And we will definitely stay here again!"
Jill 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel

8/10 Good
"It was a really fun environment for the kids."
Aelishia N 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
LEGOLAND California Hotel
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and quiet place"
Roberto 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Ivan 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

8/10 Good
"Stay was decent overall with location convenient to local beaches and Carlsbad Village. Nice pool and jacuzzi. Room service and housekeeping daily was attentive. Our specific room met most of our needs but unfortunately it had an unusual musty smell. The AC vent also was quite rusty. Maybe this specific Hilton is a little dated. Almost little to no hooks in the bathroom to hang towels or clothes. Thankfully there were plenty of hangers to use. Never understood why hotels charge separate for daily parking fee, as if there is an option to opt out and park elsewhere. $29 dollars seems to be a little steep for daily parking fee. Parking fee should just be built into the daily room rate."
Maribel 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
~OPEN 9/7-11! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

~OPEN 9/7-11! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

10/10 Excellent
"We loved staying at this house. It was perfect for our family and a huge plus was allowing our pups ti stay with us. I do wish is had AC though we were staying in the one month out of the year that you want AC in San Diego. But the easy access, great communication with the host and location made it worth it."
Maegen K. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
~OPEN 9/7-11! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~
Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location and plenty of room for rest and relaxation! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would consider staying again."
Emily S. 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

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South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)
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Flower Fields of Carlsbad

9.0/10 (922 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.
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The Camp Store

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North Ponto Beach

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

8.4/10 (142 reviews)
Poinsettia Park is just one of the places to see in Carlsbad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center and enjoy the surfing in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
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Batiquitos Lagoon

10.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Batiquitos Lagoon and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Aviara. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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Museum of Making Music

8.4/10 (6 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Carlsbad State Beach?
South Carlsbad State Beach is located in Carlsbad. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 63 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to South Carlsbad State Beach?
Adjacent to South Carlsbad State Beach, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area and Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea.
How many hotels are there close to South Carlsbad State Beach?
Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Carlsbad State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Carlsbad State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near South Carlsbad State Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Carlsbad State Beach?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near South Carlsbad State Beach, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near South Carlsbad State Beach?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at GIA Museum and Museum of Making Music. You can wander around Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, or Poinsettia Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Carlsbad Lagoon, Tamarack Beach, and Moonlight State Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.
How can I get to South Carlsbad State Beach?
If you're taking a train into town, Carlsbad Poinsettia Station is the closest station to South Beach. There may not be many public transit choices near South Carlsbad State Beach so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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