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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

1. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 1.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Juan

￥16,397

￥21,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, colorful chairs, a coffee bar, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center, 3 km from Museum of Making Music

cynthia

￥21,920

￥24,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.

A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

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

South Beach, 3.1 km from Museum of Making Music

Allison

￥22,911

￥32,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A spacious indoor venue with large windows, tables set for dining, and decorative floral arrangements.

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

4. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

South Beach, 1.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Sue

￥31,065

￥40,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

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

A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach, 0.7 km from Museum of Making Music

Mark

￥23,059

￥26,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

A hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

6. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Carlsbad Ranch, 1.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Robert

￥33,289

￥44,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.

A lobby with a glass door entrance, wicker chairs with cushions, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

7. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.6 km from Museum of Making Music

Richard

￥24,375

￥31,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with fire pits, wicker furniture, and hanging lights.

A pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a sunset sky.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative lighting.

A modern building with a large entrance, a landscaped area with planters, and a clear sky.

8. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

Carlsbad Ranch, 1.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Natalie

￥35,231

￥45,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a nightstand with a lamp.

9. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach, 2.3 km from Museum of Making Music

Rosie

￥14,572

￥16,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a large building with multiple roofs, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.

A gazebo surrounded by trees on a well-maintained lawn.

A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.

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

City Center, 0.4 km from Museum of Making Music

Roberto

￥20,525

￥26,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal, and fruit options.

A modern reception area with a glass partition, a reception desk, a blue wall with a clock, and a seating area with a patterned bench.

A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer and chair, and a decorative wall piece.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach, 2.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Tuesday

￥18,559

￥20,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

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

South Beach, 2.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Christine

￥16,562

￥18,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A pool area with a blue pool, white chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, a bulletin board with informational posters, and a wall-mounted thermostat.

A reception area with a counter, a bulletin board, and a clock on the wall.

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 0.7 km from Museum of Making Music

Roberto

￥10,223

￥11,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.

A hotel reception area with a digital screen, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

14. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach, 2.4 km from Museum of Making Music

Roy

￥11,197

￥12,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

9.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Shannon J

￥23,215

￥25,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

A balcony with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

A seaside property with a balcony overlooking the ocean, featuring outdoor seating and a bicycle.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.

16. Beach Terrace

4.9 km from Museum of Making Music

ALI

￥36,450

￥48,836 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.

17. Twelve Senses Retreat

10.4 km from Museum of Making Music

Jacklyn

￥56,125

￥62,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

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

14.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Paula

￥22,507

￥24,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern resort with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor area, and a sunset view.

A spacious dining area with a long table set for multiple guests, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A gated entrance with a stone sign, a white car parked inside, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.

19. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

19.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Lilit

￥172,851

￥199,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.

A pool area with a view of a mountain and a town in the background.

A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.

20. Lakehouse Resort

10.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Kassandra

￥18,260

￥24,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Making Music

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
West Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,073 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,011 reviews	View
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	8.8 Excellent 749 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top Museum of Making Music Hotel Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"I was very happy with all aspects of this hotel. It was clean, room was serviced daily, staff was very friendly. I loved the layout that there are two separate rooms. A giant improvement over the hotel I moved from!"

West Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We booked it last minute because our hotel in San Diego wasn’t going to have power during the night. We were very happy with the accommodations. 2 King size beds! You never find that and I was traveling with my husband and 2 grown kids! They also serve cookies and milk at 8pm every night! Free parking and free breakfast! Great deal!"

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was lovely, great value."

LEGOLAND California Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This property is wonderful for children. Very very safe. I was most impressed with the lifeguards at the pool. 4 on duty, 100% focused on the swimmers. Rooms were well thought out and stocked with what’s needed. This resort does not nickel and dime you. Their complimentary breakfast is excellent with many, many choices. A must stay if you are going to go to Lego land."

Grand Pacific Palisades

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for families"

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"It was a really clean room and great access to the community area."

MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very modern well kept property. Great large pool and spa. Staff very helpful with our needs. Highly recommend this wonderful hotel and will plan several trips next year and many years to come."

Ocean Front+ Theater Room +Hot Tub + Game Room

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic property! For our mid-week sales retreat, we really couldn't have asked for more: amazing location, room to gather as well as room to spread out, all amenities we needed and some (white board was a unexpected bonus)."

Ocean Front+Terramar+Near Legoland +Sea World

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely fantastic stay. Great location. We had a few hiccups but the response was so fast and problems fixed asap. We loved the beach amenities provided , comfortable home, and an all around great rental."

Other attractions near Museum of Making Music

A field of colorful flowers with a clear blue sky and palm trees in the background.

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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A detailed model of a cityscape with prominent buildings, including a large dome structure resembling a capitol building, surrounded by lush greenery and smaller architectural models.

LEGOLAND® California

9.0/10 (3,395 reviews)

The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

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Carlsbad Premium Outlets

8.8/10 (2,412 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your visit to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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GIA Museum

8.0/10 (55 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at GIA Museum during your trip to Carlsbad. Take in the great live music and beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium

8.8/10 (327 reviews)

Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium during your trip to Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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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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The Crossings at Carlsbad

8.6/10 (411 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Carlsbad at The Crossings at Carlsbad, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of Making Music?

Museum of Making Music is located in a family-friendly area of Carlsbad known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 152 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Museum of Making Music?

Adjacent to Museum of Making Music, Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland and LEGOLAND California Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Museum of Making Music?

Expedia has 152 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Museum of Making Music.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Making Music, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Museum of Making Music.

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What can I see and do near Museum of Making Music?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at GIA Museum and Craftsmanship Museum. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, and Poinsettia Park. Dip your toes in the water at Carlsbad Lagoon, South Carlsbad State Beach, and Tamarack Beach.

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Our top choices for Museum of Making Music hotels

1. West Inn & Suites

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

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

4. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

6. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

7. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

9. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

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

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

14. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

16. Beach Terrace

17. Twelve Senses Retreat

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

19. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

20. Lakehouse Resort

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Top Museum of Making Music Hotel Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

West Inn & Suites

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

LEGOLAND California Hotel

Grand Pacific Palisades

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

Ocean Front+ Theater Room +Hot Tub + Game Room

Ocean Front+Terramar+Near Legoland +Sea World

Other attractions near Museum of Making Music

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

LEGOLAND® California

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

GIA Museum

SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium

North Ponto Beach

The Crossings at Carlsbad

Poinsettia Park

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