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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 hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

1. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 1.3 km from GIA Museum

Juan

SAR 527

SAR 676 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large screen TV.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a large screen displaying content.

A hotel reception area with a Pepsi refrigerator, a large mosaic wall, and a wooden floor.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 2.9 km from GIA Museum

Andrew

SAR 475

SAR 537 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

3. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.9 km from GIA Museum

Patricia

SAR 667

SAR 848 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

4. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.8 km from GIA Museum

Robert

SAR 740

SAR 989 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with balconies in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

A hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a television on the wall.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad, 3.2 km from GIA Museum

Jim

SAR 332

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

An outdoor bar area with a sofa and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a view of palm trees.

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

6. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.7 km from GIA Museum

Jessica

SAR 841

SAR 1,089 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.

7. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach, 2.8 km from GIA Museum

Rosie

SAR 380

SAR 426 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

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

City Center, 1 km from GIA Museum

Kenneth

SAR 490

SAR 635 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

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

South Beach, 2.8 km from GIA Museum

Christine

SAR 387

SAR 434 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 6 Motel with a 'Welcome' sign, a 'Tow Away' sign, and a number '6117' on the building.

A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola cooler.

10. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 1.3 km from GIA Museum

Liza Marie

SAR 244

SAR 273 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 beach with the ocean and a cloudy sky.

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, 3.1 km from GIA Museum

robert

SAR 372

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 bathroom with a round white sink, a mirror, and a window.

12. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach, 3 km from GIA Museum

Roberto

SAR 233

SAR 269 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

13. Twelve Senses Retreat

10.9 km from GIA Museum

Jacklyn

SAR 1,355

SAR 1,498 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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

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

14. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

8.8 km from GIA Museum

Shannon J

SAR 547

SAR 603 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A bar area with leather seating, a bar counter, and a large window overlooking a view.

15. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

19.8 km from GIA Museum

Lilit

SAR 4,126

SAR 4,768 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

16. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 4.2 km from GIA Museum

Heather

SAR 463

SAR 524 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.

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

17. Lakehouse Resort

10.2 km from GIA Museum

Nicole

SAR 365

SAR 516 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

A bar area with green upholstered bar stools, a marble countertop, and a fireplace.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A restaurant with a long wooden table, green upholstered seating, and a patterned ceiling.

18. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

16.3 km from GIA Museum

Harold

SAR 1,281

SAR 1,589 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and people.

A residential house with a covered patio, solar panels on the roof, and a brick pathway.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with two barstools, and pendant lighting.

19. Del Mar Beach Hotel

19.3 km from GIA Museum

Krista

SAR 756

SAR 987 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole.

A sandy beach with footprints and seagulls.

A spacious conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and a sofa. There are ceiling lights, a television, and a kitchen area visible.

20. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Bressi Ranch, 5.5 km from GIA Museum

Suhita

SAR 477

SAR 535 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to GIA Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
West Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,066 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa	8.6 Excellent 772 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Top GIA Museum Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and tidy. The night staff was very friendly and helpful."

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for a week for work at Carlsbad. Walking distance to beach and good location. Close to all the amenities. Will stay again."

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, I will go back."

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

8/10 Good

"Clean and perfect location"

Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at the Westin Carlsbad while attending a wedding there. The location was convenient, the staff was very accommodating, and the bed was extremely comfortable. We did have a minor issue with the AC, but it wouldn’t deter us from staying here again. Overall, a very enjoyable experience!"

Villa Bahia Your Waterfront Private Beach Retreat in Beautiful Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"This was perfect for my sons 7th birthday. The home was fabulous, it was better than the pictures! It even had a toy/book/art room which our 3,5,& 7 year olds loved and were in there everyday. The rooms were all very spacious with great bathrooms. The Kitchen was beyond well stocked, including sticks for cooking marshmallows for Smores. The pool and spa were both very clean and we paid the extra for the heating which made it very nice. The private beach was especially nice with the paddle boards and kayaks. The home was very close to a grocery store which was nice if you forgot something. Whenever we have used VRBO the owners or managers really are what can make an enjoyable experience exceptional. In this case, beyond exceptional and a 10/10. We were coming for our sons birthday and they surprised us with a birthday gift basket on our arrival! It was stocked with bubble toys, wine, and all types of treats plus supplies for smores. We had a few questions and Cierra was ALWAYS very quick with responses to tall of our questions. ( thank you Cierra). The check our was the easiest I have ever had . We hope to make this a regular destination"

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)."

Other attractions near GIA Museum

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)

Enjoy the rides and games at LEGOLAND® California and see why people love this amusement park in Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

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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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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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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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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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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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Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation in Carlsbad. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around GIA Museum?

GIA Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Carlsbad known for its beautiful beaches and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 137 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to GIA Museum?

LEGOLAND California Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from GIA Museum. Other good options close by include Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland and Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa.

How many hotels will I find near GIA Museum?

Expedia has 137 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from GIA Museum.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near GIA Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near GIA Museum?

For more details about updating your stay near GIA Museum or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near GIA Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Making Music 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, Tamarack Beach, and South Carlsbad State Beach.

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Our top choices for GIA Museum hotels

1. West Inn & Suites

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

3. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

6. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

7. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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

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

10. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

12. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

13. Twelve Senses Retreat

14. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

15. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

16. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

17. Lakehouse Resort

18. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

19. Del Mar Beach Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

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Top GIA Museum Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Villa Bahia Your Waterfront Private Beach Retreat in Beautiful Carlsbad

Ocean Front+ Theater Room +Hot Tub + Game Room

Other attractions near GIA Museum

LEGOLAND® California

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Museum of Making Music

SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium

The Crossings at Carlsbad

Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation

North Ponto Beach

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