What is South Beach like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Carlsbad's South Beach neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach as part of your South Beach travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in South Beach?

Based on our traveller data, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in South Beach. This resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area and Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea .

How many hotels can I expect to find in South Beach?

If you're searching for places to stay in Carlsbad, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 81 South Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in South Beach.

What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at South Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach and North Ponto Beach while you're in South Beach. The Camp Store and Batiquitos Lagoon are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. LEGOLAND® California, Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Museum of Making Music are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Beach. Carlsbad Premium Outlets and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carlsbad.

How can I get around South Beach and the greater Carlsbad area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach

robert

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

Christine

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

3. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach

Raquel

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

TEJU

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

5. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

South Beach

tracy

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach

Sitlali

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

7. Leucadia Beach Inn

4.2 km from South Beach

margaret

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 3.9 km from South Beach

Angelica

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A staircase with wooden railings leading to a beach, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

9. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

4 km from South Beach

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

10. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 3.4 km from South Beach

Juan

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

11. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

7 km from South Beach

Antonio

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 3 km from South Beach

Andrew

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

13. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 4.7 km from South Beach

Heather

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.

14. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

5.8 km from South Beach

Steven

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.

15. LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.2 km from South Beach

Brendon

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 1.4 km from South Beach

Shane

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad, 5.6 km from South Beach

Jim

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A snack and beverage area with a 'Treats' sign, shelves stocked with snacks, and a beverage dispenser.

18. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

9.7 km from South Beach

Sylwia A

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

19. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

7.7 km from South Beach

Krista

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a stone wall, two chairs, and a central fire feature.

20. Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

12.3 km from South Beach

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in South Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 757 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea	2.5 star property	8.0 Very good 1,519 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG	2.5 star property	7.6 Good 1,004 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area	3.0 star property	7.6 Good 1,785 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Beach

Find the best South Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Carlsbad Village

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

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A rocky beach with large boulders and pebbles, a clear sky, and distant hills.

North Beach

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

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A street intersection with a sign reading "CARLSBAD" and palm trees in the background.

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.

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A field of vibrant pink flowers, likely poppies, arranged in neat rows.

Olde Carlsbad

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

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A coastal sunset with a stone jetty leading into the ocean, a road parallel to the shore, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Aviara

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

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Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was awesome. Staff was very helpful."

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was wonderful! Suites were spacious....we did have trouble with phone/internet reception at times...it is a huge property and the map was confusing and there's absolutely nothing to do around the property. Everything is like 20 minutes away....vut"

LEGOLAND California Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"First thing first about the property was the confusion of the parking. We paid to enter the parking lots in order to go to the resort but the employees were helpful and assured us that they would reimburse us. But afterwards everything was smooth with early check-in and our two young daughters loved the slide and the Lego pieces they could play with. The play area and movie area were clean and the property was very well maintained. We had dinner at the Dragon's Den and it was decent and my daughter really liked the pizza. The pool was nice and the lifeguards did great in ensuring safety and that the little ones had life jackets while swimming. Our room was nice and I loved that the kids had their own little room with bunk beds and a TV. The bed was ample and large and comfortable and the comforters as well. What we enjoyed were the amenities and to be able to access both hotels such as the restaurants, pools and activities. We were able to take our daughters to Bricks and they loved the dance area. The DJs were awesome with the music and interactions with the children. The inclusion of a breakfast buffet with your resort is a major plus because most resorts don't even offer a complimentary breakfast for the high price you pay. Everything overall was fantastic and we would recommend it to all parents especially cause the resort is very considerate of children on the Spectrum as well as asking if anyone has allergies when it came to the food."

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

8/10 Good

"Pros: 1. Frederick (Sp?) was THE MAN. I came in from a long delayed flight late at night and had to get up VERY early in the morning for a conference. I realized (after reading reviews AFTER booking) that the motel is close to a freeway and that rooms facing the freeway could be noisy. I'm a light sleeper and was very worried about this checking in. I asked Frederick if he could assign me a room facing away from the freeway, and he upgraded me for free so that I could get a quieter room. He went above and beyond and really made a pretty crappy evening of traveling after a long day at work so much better. Can't tell you how much I appreciated his warm welcoming demeanor and taking the extra effort to make sure I was comfortable. 2. The pool and hot tub were great to have after my long days and not very crowded at all (granted it was early October) 3. 4 mins drive from a great beach! Cons: 1. The bed was not great. 2. Sheer curtains were completely see through. The lack of privacy and the intense light from the hallway shining through the windows would have really been a problem but I was able to solve the issue by clipping the shorter side curtains together. Why not just get full blackout or at least not see through curtains? 3. The room smelled musty and the carpet felt pretty gross to walk on."

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Our top choices for South Beach hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

4. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

5. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

7. Leucadia Beach Inn

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

9. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10. West Inn & Suites

11. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

13. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

14. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

15. LEGOLAND California Hotel

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

18. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

19. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

20. Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

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Where to stay in South Beach

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