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

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, 1.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Juan

SAR 400

SAR 533 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

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

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 3 km from Museum of Making Music

Andrew

SAR 492

SAR 556 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A restaurant with high wooden ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

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.

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

South Beach, 3.1 km from Museum of Making Music

Allison

SAR 547

SAR 770 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

4. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.6 km from Museum of Making Music

Patricia

SAR 643

SAR 821 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A hotel entrance with a large circular chandelier, a brick facade, and a sign reading "TWENTY20".

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

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

5. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Carlsbad Ranch, 1.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Robert

SAR 740

SAR 989 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach, 0.7 km from Museum of Making Music

Mark

SAR 585

SAR 660 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

7. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach, 2.3 km from Museum of Making Music

Rosie

SAR 380

SAR 426 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

8. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

Carlsbad Ranch, 1.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Jessica

SAR 875

SAR 1,127 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.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and well-maintained lawns.

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

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

City Center, 0.4 km from Museum of Making Music

Roberto

SAR 490

SAR 635 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

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

South Beach, 2.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Christine

SAR 403

SAR 452 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

A beach with the ocean and a cloudy sky.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach, 2.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Tuesday

SAR 496

SAR 556 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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.

12. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 0.7 km from Museum of Making Music

Roberto

SAR 244

SAR 273 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach, 2.4 km from Museum of Making Music

Roberto

SAR 237

SAR 274 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view.

A kitchen with a door leading outside, a clock on the wall, and a framed picture of a delivery truck.

14. Moonlight Beach Motel

8.8 km from Museum of Making Music

Scott

SAR 580

SAR 638 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

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

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

9.2 km from Museum of Making Music

Shannon J

SAR 541

SAR 596 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

16. Twelve Senses Retreat

10.4 km from Museum of Making Music

Jacklyn

SAR 1,340

SAR 1,481 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

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

14.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Paula

SAR 537

SAR 592 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

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

18. Lakehouse Resort

10.5 km from Museum of Making Music

Nicole

SAR 405

SAR 561 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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 spacious living room with a herringbone wood floor, wooden ceiling beams, and a large painting on the wall.

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

19. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

16 km from Museum of Making Music

William

SAR 1,281

SAR 1,589 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A sandy beach with footprints and seagulls.

20. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Bressi Ranch, 5.9 km from Museum of Making Music

Lizette

SAR 605

SAR 678 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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West Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,070 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa	8.6 Excellent 772 reviews	View

Top Museum of Making Music Hotel Reviews

LEGOLAND California Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Think it's a great time great place for the lio ones..Really liked the property alot..The pool there's lot of cool things for kids to do..Oh and a Bar .."

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"Stay was great. It was clean and very close to food and shopping in walking distance. Beautiful weather this time of the year."

West Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"This is our go-to hotel. It’s clean, safe and quiet. The location right off the freeway is perfect too."

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking Clean"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and had all the amenities. Breakfast was set out in an attractive fashion and well-organized. The staff was helpful."

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!"

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)."

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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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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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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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near 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. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

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

4. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

7. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

8. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

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

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

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

12. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

14. Moonlight Beach Motel

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

16. Twelve Senses Retreat

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

18. Lakehouse Resort

19. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

20. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

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Top Museum of Making Music Hotel Reviews

LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

West Inn & Suites

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Ocean Front+ Theater Room +Hot Tub + Game Room

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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