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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

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Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel was very, very clean and the staff was excellent very polite very helpful and very courteous. I will stay there again."
United States
CARMEN
The price is SAR 539
SAR 605 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
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Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,058 reviews)
"OK to stay y"
United States
luke
The price is SAR 372
SAR 416 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"A great no frills, clean and well kept motel in walking distance to the beach."
United States
Cory
The price is SAR 260
SAR 301 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Scandia Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,874 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is SAR 300
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Room and property were very clean and staff were excellent."
United States
Maria
The price is SAR 355
SAR 397 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
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Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
6.0 out of 10, (109 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is SAR 419
SAR 473 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Mission Bay Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (368 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! It was quiet and clean, and we used the pool multiple times. We stayed 6 nights and have no complaints!"
United States
Dana Phillip
The price is SAR 304
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Escondido Lodge
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (1 King Bed) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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, (1,229 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is SAR 524
SAR 579 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,422 reviews)
"Great place to stay & location!"
United States
Brent
The price is SAR 292
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (623 reviews)
"Great bed comfortable Great night sleep Nice employees Very helpful anything you need Rooms huge Bathroom huge"
United States
Janine
The price is SAR 484
SAR 533 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Vista Inn Motel
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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 and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is SAR 559
SAR 615 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (609 reviews)
"Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean"
United States
Theodore
The price is SAR 1,022
SAR 1,125 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Moonlight Beach Motel
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Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (540 reviews)
"Cozy little place"
United States
Stefanie
The price is SAR 464
SAR 523 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,033 reviews)
"Large room, clean and convenient!"
United States
Ruchi
The price is SAR 328
SAR 361 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (622 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tom
The price is SAR 270
SAR 297 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Franciscan Inn
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Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay as always"
United States
Kimberly
The price is SAR 263
SAR 293 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Fallbrook Country Inn
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Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (152 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is SAR 274
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hacienda Motel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I liked the tiny room with the decent nightly rate."
United States
Jennifer
The price is SAR 342
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent"
United States
Danny
The price is SAR 420
SAR 474 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff."
Canada
Shane
The price is SAR 237
SAR 265 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

8/10 Good
"Yes the laundry room does not work we tried"
Patricia 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

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 include LEGOLAND® California in Carlsbad, as well as Del Mar Beach in the area.
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 5-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Pier. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Scandia Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.
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. Must-see places in and around Carlsbad include LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Beach. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach, and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: GIA Museum, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium, and Museum of Making Music.
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.