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Low season

February

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 344

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 464
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
Average Sun. - Thu. price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri. & Sat. price over the last 2 weeks.

Best Carlsbad hotels

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Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego - Carlsbad - Living room
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area - Carlsbad - Building
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
West Inn & Suites
8.7 Very good
C$ 394+
C$ 394+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Beach Terrace
8.7 Very good
C$ 809+
C$ 809+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 396+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Carlsbad Village Inn
6.4 Okay
C$ 162+
C$ 162+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly

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When to book a hotel in Carlsbad

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Top tips for finding Carlsbad hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Carlsbad, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Carlsbad in February and December.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Carlsbad if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Carlsbad accommodation.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Carlsbad found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 219, while the most expensive was C$ 568.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Carlsbad for 21 days.
  • The Cassara Carlsbad Tapestry Collection by Hilton is located in the entertainment district. As a result, if you want to see a live show or go to the movies, this is the hotel for you. You will have access to facilities such as daily housekeeping, supermarket deliveries, and an onsite restaurant while staying here. You may also visit the SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium, about 15 minutes away.
  • If you're in Carlsbad for business, you should consider staying at The West Inn Suite. This is due to its proximity to Carlsbad's major business district. This hotel includes a business center with working desks, faxing, and photocopying facilities.
  • The Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach rooms are moderately priced. As a result, if you're on a budget, this is the place to stay. You will have access to a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor pool, and healthcare personnel as a guest at this hotel. Staying at this hotel is a good investment.
  • Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel is an excellent choice for a hotel near Carlsbad State Beach. In addition to being close to the beach, the hotel has a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry facilities.
  • If you're visiting Carlsbad on your own, consider staying at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Apart from the spa, other amenities include a pool, a restaurant with terrace dining, spacious guest rooms, and views of the shore and the property. While staying here, you can explore the Carlsbad Lagoon or LEGOLAND, California.
  • If you’re hoping to spend most of your Carlsbad vacation near the ocean, choose a hotel next to South Carlsbad State Beach, which is known for being a great spot for picnics, swimming, fishing, and surfing. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is only a 10-minute walk away, with an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
  • If you enjoy flowers and gardening, book a hotel near The Flower Fields, which is a large garden where visitors can see many vibrant plants and purchase flowers to take home. The Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel is one option close by, offering a swimming pool, fitness center and restaurant onsite.
  • Because it’s easy to explore Carlsbad by car, try to book a hotel that offers free parking. Your options include Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County and the Extended Stay America-San Diego-Carlsbad Village by the Sea, with a swimming pool for guests.
  • Hoping to do some scenic hiking while in Carlsbad? Book a hotel near the Batiquitos Lagoon, such as the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort within 10 minutes’ drive from the lagoon. The Batiquitos Lagoon is a protected wetland that has a visitor’s center and a variety of walking and hiking trails.
  • For travelers who would like to see the historical side of Carlsbad, consider booking a hotel near the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, a historical house on a scenic property. The Holiday Inn at the Carlsbad and San Diego location is only a five-minute drive to the park, and just two miles from the local airport.

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