Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel, Carlsbad
About the Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel - A Garden-Style Property with Heated Pool, Premium Outlets Access, and LEGOLAND® Proximity
Located across from Carlsbad Premium Outlets and The Flower Fields, this 3-star Carlsbad hotel features 145 rooms arranged in six buildings. Each accommodation includes a private balcony or patio, mini-refrigerator, LCD HDTV, and Wi-Fi access. The property maintains a heated outdoor pool with spa, garden courtyards with gazebos, a cardio room, and a business center with snack pantry. Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel welcomes pets up to 50 pounds for a $75 fee per stay. A complimentary shuttle serves LEGOLAND California, Carlsbad Village, and Tamarack Beach. The property sits 0.5 miles from The Flower Fields, 2 miles from Carlsbad Lagoon, and 3 miles from McClellan-Palomar Airport. Nearby dining options include P.F. Chang's, Taco Bell, and Wetzel's Pretzels within 0.5 miles.
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel: Pros
- Complimentary shuttle to LEGOLAND, beach, and village destinations - Garden courtyards with gazebos provide outdoor gathering spaces - Pet-friendly rooms available without additional deposit requirement - On-site self-service laundry facilities
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel: Cons
- Cash payments not accepted - Mandatory $75 incidental hold per night required at check-in
Select your room type
Price and room availability calendar
Getting around
Easily find local transportation options to help you explore
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Stores/Commercial services
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a decent stay at this hotel, which offered a clean environment and a convenient location near the beach and Legoland. The rooms were spacious and had a nice balcony view of the pool, but I encountered issues with cleanliness upon check-in. While the staff was generally friendly, the service could be improved, especially regarding housekeeping. Overall, the price is reasonable, but be prepared for some drawbacks that may impact your experience.
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