Carlsbad Travel Guide

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Carlsbad
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A rainbow of colors at the Flower Fields.
Millions of ranunculus at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad, CA.  They are amazing and the views are just spectacular.

Where to stay in Carlsbad

Around here fragrant magnolias are in full blum...

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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City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

City Center
Carlsbad State Beach during summer in Carlsbad, California, USA

North Beach

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

North Beach
aerial shot of a gorgeous summer landscape at Batiquitos Lagoon with blue waters, lush green trees and blue sky background with clouds in Carlsbad California USA

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
South Ponto, Carlsbad, California

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
Rows of pink red  ranunculus flowers in southern California United States

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
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is ₹7,738 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
₹7,738
₹8,682 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,108 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly service, and the breakfast area was really nice :) We especially enjoyed the hot tub and pool temps, even during Cali Winter time—thank you!

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
The price is ₹13,158 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
₹13,158
₹17,827 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,634 reviews)
Great staff and the room was very clean with comfortable beds, such cute town with little shops all within walking distance! Great place to stay!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel

2 out of 5
Legoland Drive Carlsbad CA
The price is ₹23,913 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹23,913
₹30,680 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
Room was very clean staff was super friendly I enjoyed everything !! Breakfast was delicious everything 10/10

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

LEGOLAND California Hotel
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 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 reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,634 reviews)
Great staff and the room was very clean with comfortable beds, such cute town with little shops all within walking distance! Great place to stay!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Stay at this beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Witch Creek Winery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
Excellent stay, looking forward to returning.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

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 beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Witch Creek Winery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Beautiful condo with everything we needed. Love the beach access and the private patio. Definitely coming back!

Reviewed on 16 Sept 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

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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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