Carlsbad Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Legoland California featuring rides
Legoland California which includes a park and rides
Legoland California featuring rides as well as a small group of people
Legoland California which includes rides
Legoland California showing rides and a park

Where to stay in Carlsbad

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Carlsbad Village

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carlsbad Village
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Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

Aviara
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North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

North Beach
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South Beach

If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South Beach
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Olde Carlsbad

While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails.

Olde Carlsbad
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Barrio

Barrio might not have many top sights, but Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ₹12,111 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
₹12,111
₹13,588 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,481 reviews)
"Friendly greeting. It was quick and easy to check in. . I have stayed there before and would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4 out of 5
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ₹26,539 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹26,539
₹34,390 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I love this property. The service was excellent and a great place for families"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5 out of 5
7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ₹52,005 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹52,005
₹64,503 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"This property was so beautiful."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,432 reviews)
"Location, the condo was nice but the mattress needed to be replaced."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Outstanding location near downtown Carlsbad."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Seashore on the Sand
Seashore on the Sand
3.5 out of 5
2805 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at this beautiful beachfront condo in Carlsbad. The location couldn't be better—right on the sand with breathtaking ocean views, and just a short walk to great restaurants, coffee shops, and local boutiques. The unit itself was clean, comfortable, and felt like home from the ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Seashore on the Sand
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Carlsbad

4.5
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The center of town is a bit of a drive but definitely worth visiting.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I only had one day there, so for me the beach side walk was very pleasant.

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