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7.3

1,205 reviews

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, 92008, California, United States

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+1 (888) 385-8465

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Snorkeling

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel is a 3-star resort in Carlsbad, California, United States. Address: 850 Palomar Airport Road. The property sits about 2.9mi from the city center and has 1,288 reviews. Price starts from $88.

Featured amenities include an on-site restaurant, air conditioning, a bar, and non-smoking rooms, plus a 24-hour front desk and wheelchair accessibility. The outdoor swimming pool (free), fitness center (free), business center (free), and shuttle service (free) offer easy stays, while Live music/Performance (free) and beach umbrellas (free) add a touch of atmosphere. Parking (extra charges), Pet Friendly (extra charges), Wifi (extra charges), Parking On Site (extra charges), Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges), and Golf course (extra charges) are available for an additional fee.

With 1,288 reviews, this Carlsbad retreat invites travelers to explore the listed features and enjoy the garden view, terrace, patio, balcony, and garden areas during the stay.

Dining is a breeze at Windmill Food Hall, an on-site restaurant with a family-friendly, modern vibe. It serves a wide mix of flavors—American, Jewish, Mexican, pizza, seafood, sushi, Thai, local, and Asian—making mealtime choices feel effortless after a day of exploring.

For outdoor enjoyment, an outdoor heated pool awaits, with an adults-only policy for a tranquil dip. The surrounding grounds invite a retreat among garden views, with terraces, patios, balconies, and garden areas offering pleasant spots for coffee in the morning or a sunset stroll.

Practical details help shape the stay: a 24-hour front desk is available, along with a free shuttle service. On-site parking, wifi, and pet-friendly options are available for an extra charge. Cash is not accepted, while Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Visa are welcomed.

Closest airports

McClellan–Palomar Airport

2.3mi

San Diego International Airport

28mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

44.9mi

John Wayne Airport-Orange County

49.5mi

Most popular amenities

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Patio

Horseback riding

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

King Room in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

x4

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x3

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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Queen Room with Pool View in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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Queen Room, Pool View

2 Queen Size Beds

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

Coffee machine

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, a terrace with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.

King Room with Pool View in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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King Room, Pool View

1 King Size Bed

35 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

x4

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x3

More details

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, parquet floors as well as pool views. The unit has 1 bed.

Courtyard 2 Queens Terrace in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard, Terrace, View

2 Queen Size Beds

35 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

x4

+

More details

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Balcony in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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Room, Balcony

2 Queen Size Beds

355 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

x4

+

x3

More details

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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Deluxe Room, Balcony

2 Queen Size Beds

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

x4

+

x3

More details

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

King Room - Disability Access in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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Room, Mobility Accessible

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

Coffee machine

x4

+

x3

More details

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

King Studio with Sofa Bed in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

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Studio, King Bed, Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

40 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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More details

Featuring free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The studio has parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a wardrobe. The unit has 2 beds.

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Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

720 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

+

More details

This spacious suite features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Boasting a patio, this suite also features air conditioning, a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 4 beds.

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Room, 2 Beds, Balcony

355 sqft

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

+

More details

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

Show 6 photos

Deluxe Room, 2 Beds, Balcony

355 sqft

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

+

More details

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Show 7 photos

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

2 Queen Size Beds

35 sqft

Balcony

Pet Friendly

Wifi

Air conditioning

More details

Guest reviews

7.3

1,205 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Points of Interest Around Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Attractions

Carlsbad Village

2.2mi

Heritage Park

13.7mi

Sunny Jim Sea Cave

19.3mi

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)

19.5mi

Pacific Beach

23.3mi

Mission Beach

24.7mi

Liberty Station

27.4mi

Point Loma

27.6mi

Old Globe Theater

28.8mi

Spanish Village Art Center

28.8mi

El Prado

28.9mi

Mingei International Museum

28.9mi

Embarcadero

28.9mi

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

29mi

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

29mi

Restaurants

Windmill Food Hall

Cuisines

  • American
  • Jewish
  • Mexican
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • Sushi
  • Thai
  • Local
  • Asian

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Patio

Horseback riding

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Does Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel have accommodations for guests with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel. Please note that charges may apply for having a pet.

When are the check-in and check-out times for Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel?

The check-in time at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel is 04:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Is there parking at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel?

Yes, there is parking available at the Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel. The parking is on-site and it is public parking. However, please note that there may be charges for parking. Reservations for parking are not required.

What's the nightly rate at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel?

Accommodations at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel can start from $88. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What types of rooms does Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel offer?

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel offers a variety of rooms including King Rooms, Queen Rooms with Garden View, Double Rooms with Balcony, Standard King Rooms, King Rooms with Disability Access, King Rooms with Pool View, Queen Rooms with Pool View, King Studios with Sofa Bed, and Deluxe Double Rooms with Balcony. The rooms range in occupancy from single occupancy to accommodating up to four adults and two children. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The bed sizes vary from King size, Queen size, and Double beds.

What is there to do in Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel?

Guests staying at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel have plenty of leisure amenities to enjoy during their time at the hotel. They can relax and soak up the sun by the outdoor swimming pool, which is available all year round and offers a beautiful view. There is also a hot tub/Jacuzzi for guests to unwind in.

For those who enjoy being active, the hotel features a fitness center where guests can work out. Additionally, there is a golf course nearby for guests who want to play a round of golf.

If guests are looking for dining options, they can visit the on-site Windmill Food Hall. This restaurant offers a variety of cuisines including American, Jewish, Mexican, Pizza, Seafood, Sushi, Thai, Local, and Asian, ensuring there is something to satisfy everyone's taste buds.

Overall, guests have a range of activities and amenities available to enjoy at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel.

Does Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel have a pool for guests?

The Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel has one pool available. It is an outdoor pool that is heated and offers views. However, there is an age restriction, as it is only available for adults.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site called Windmill Food Hall. It offers a variety of cuisines including American, Jewish, Mexican, Pizza, Seafood, Sushi, Thai, Local, and Asian. The ambiance of the restaurant is described as family-friendly and modern.

What methods of payment does Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel accept?

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel accepts payments through Visa, Discover, Mastercard, and American Express. However, please note that cash payments are not accepted at this hotel.