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
Pano Shot Carlsbad, CA

North Beach

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

North Beach
Batiquitos Lagoon Trail is an easy 3 mile roundtrip trail along the lagoon that’s popular among the locals in Carlsbad. There are plenty of benches to sit and admire the wetland. #LikeALocal

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
Rocky shores.

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
Giant chess game set at the mall!

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 ₹8,496 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹8,496
₹9,533 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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! (1,090 reviews)
The front desk staff employee helped us with our WiFi and with accessing the shower.

Reviewed on 19 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 ₹13,775 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹13,775
₹18,509 total
1 Feb - 2 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! (1,631 reviews)
The room was extremely clean and the staff very hospitable. The room was fully stocked for any meal and it was great having the grills available to use when needed. A great place to stay a few steps away from the beach and many shops and restaurants.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

2 out of 5
6117 Paseo Del Norte Carlsbad CA
The price is ₹5,718 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹5,718
₹6,405 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,711 reviews)
spotless, super fast check in, quiet and relaxed.. great stay this time.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
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! (1,631 reviews)
The room was extremely clean and the staff very hospitable. The room was fully stocked for any meal and it was great having the grills available to use when needed. A great place to stay a few steps away from the beach and many shops and restaurants.

Reviewed on 13 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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