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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room , easy parking, I will stay there again."
United States
Jim
The price is ￥12,089
￥13,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

2. Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"AC was great"
United States
Scott
The price is ￥12,758
￥14,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

3. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is ￥9,391
￥12,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Scandia Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,934 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
The price is ￥8,735
￥9,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

5. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,128 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
The price is ￥9,816
￥11,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,713 reviews)
"Highly recommended"
United States
Abigail
The price is ￥9,786
￥11,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A pier extending into the ocean with a sunset in the background.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room great service and an amazing view of the harbor and beach"
United States
Hanouska
The price is ￥15,644
￥17,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

8. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (659 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is ￥22,496
￥24,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Moonlight Beach Motel
A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (888 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff was helpful. Breakfast was more like coffee, apples, banana."
United States
Carmen
The price is ￥13,511
￥15,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,072 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and great location"
United States
Bob
The price is ￥9,352
￥10,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

11. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (673 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is ￥12,484
￥13,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Franciscan Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful. Great place to stay if you are going to the Safari Park."
United States
Jared
The price is ￥19,436
￥21,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A row of single-story houses with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained lawns.

13. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is ￥8,557
￥9,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Fallbrook Country Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

14. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"They have clean rooms and tidy furniture, but the paint is old and in need of renovation; the staff are friendly and nice."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is ￥9,244
￥10,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

15. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (305 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is ￥11,122
￥12,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Mission Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

16. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Place is great for the price. Room was clean and the A/C blows ice cold which I like to have to sleep. Had a small issue in the room during my stay but the staff got it taken care of right away. Overall would stay again."
United States
Eric
The price is ￥12,799
￥14,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Lobby

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,366 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is ￥14,080
￥15,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

18. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (470 reviews)
"Excellent service"
United States
Raul
The price is ￥11,355
￥12,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Escondido Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

19. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is ￥18,828
￥20,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Escondido Inn
A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

20. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (163 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ￥12,642
￥17,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hacienda Motel
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful place to stay with young kids."
Brendon 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
LEGOLAND California Hotel

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Carlsbad Motels information

Number of reviews
6,125
Accommodation
5 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,637
Highest Price
￥24,746

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carlsbad?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Carlsbad has to offer. Top sights to visit include LEGOLAND® California.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carlsbad?
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight State Beach. Scandia Motel: It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland: Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels are there in Carlsbad?
Expedia has 5 economical motels in Carlsbad.
What things can I to do in Carlsbad?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, check out the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the scenic seaside. People visiting Carlsbad love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach, and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: LEGOLAND® California, GIA Museum, and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Carlsbad Premium Outlets, Flower Fields of Carlsbad, and The Crossings at Carlsbad.
What's the weather like in Carlsbad?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carlsbad to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Carlsbad is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Carlsbad when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carlsbad to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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