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A water park with multiple slides and a pool.

A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.

A spacious balcony with a view of a cityscape at sunset, furnished with wicker chairs and a table.

A spacious room with a modern chandelier, a large arched window, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Aviara, 3.1 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Neal

€696

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel courtyard with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit building facades.

A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sunset.

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

A lobby with a modern ceiling design, glass doors leading to a seating area with cushioned chairs, and a brick floor.

2. Grand Pacific Palisades

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Victor

€184

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

3. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach, 0.5 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Allison

€182

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A spacious indoor venue with large windows, tables set for dining, and decorative floral arrangements.

4. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

South Beach, 1.2 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Sue

€188

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed featuring a striped bedspread with a skull and crossbones design, a wooden headboard, and a red wall with a pirate-themed decoration.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables, chairs, and a prominent red sign for a recipe book.

A play area with a pirate-themed backdrop, including a ship's wheel and a skull flag.

5. LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.9 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Aelishia N

€249

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed, and a chair.

A balcony with a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a wooden ceiling.

A coastal hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved driveway leading to the entrance, a beachfront view, and a rocky shoreline.

6. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

2.3 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Jose Oscar Armando Angulo

€456

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach, 2.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Mark

€156

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A lobby with a glass door entrance, wicker chairs with cushions, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.

8. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Patricia

€194

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.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a nightstand with a lamp.

9. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Rosie

€101

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.

A gazebo surrounded by trees on a well-maintained lawn.

An aerial view of a large building with multiple roofs, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.

10. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

City Center, 2.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Roberto

€150

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

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

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Christine

€107

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A modern reception area with a glass partition, a reception desk, a blue wall with a clock, and a seating area with a patterned bench.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal, and fruit options.

A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer and chair, and a decorative wall piece.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Tuesday

€103

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, a bulletin board with informational posters, and a wall-mounted thermostat.

A 6 Motel with a 'Welcome' sign, a 'Tow Away' sign, and a number '6117' on the building.

A pool area with a blue pool, white chairs, and a blue umbrella.

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 2 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Roberto

€65

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A bathroom with a round white sink, a mirror, and a window.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A hotel reception area with a digital screen, a coffee machine, and a plant.

14. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Roberto

€65

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

9.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Shannon J

€141

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.

16. Twelve Senses Retreat

7.8 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Jacklyn

€351

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

A kitchen with a door leading outside, a clock on the wall, and a framed picture of a delivery truck.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view.

17. Moonlight Beach Motel

6.2 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Scott

€151

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

14.9 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Paula

€140

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

19. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 5 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Jamie

€123

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.

A backyard with a wooden fence, a brick wall, and a small wooden deck.

A modern room with a mounted TV, wooden flooring, a checkered rug, and a wooden door.

A living room with a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a yellow cabinet.

20. The Green Room Hotel

8.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Kathleen

€158

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to South Carlsbad State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Grand Pacific Palisades	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	8.8 Excellent 749 reviews	View
LEGOLAND California Hotel	8.8 Excellent 605 reviews	View

Top South Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"overall great place to stay"

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly room was clean"

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"Stay was great. It was clean and very close to food and shopping in walking distance. Beautiful weather this time of the year."

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was was helpful."

~OPEN 9/23-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Exactly as described. Did not know that the property has no central AC but ample fans to cool down. Nice private neighborhood."

Casa Surfside-Walk 2 Beach, Spa, Close to Legoland

10/10 Excellent

"This property is amazing close to the beach and in an amazing little neighborhood, clean fully stocked with everything. The play room for kids is amazing perfect house for a family of 8"

Steps to the Beach | Pool, Gym & Free Breakfast

8/10 Good

"No soap in the shower"

Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location and plenty of room for rest and relaxation! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would consider staying again."

Other attractions near South Carlsbad State Beach

A beach at sunset with waves and a pink sky.

South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A field of colorful flowers with a clear blue sky and palm trees in the background.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

9.0/10 (922 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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The Camp Store

After visiting The Camp Store, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad.

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North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

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Poinsettia Park

8.4/10 (142 reviews)

Poinsettia Park is just one of the places to see in Carlsbad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center and enjoy the surfing in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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Batiquitos Lagoon

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Batiquitos Lagoon and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Aviara. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Museum of Making Music

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Carlsbad State Beach?

South Carlsbad State Beach is located in Carlsbad. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 63 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to South Carlsbad State Beach?

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

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Carlsbad State Beach?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Carlsbad State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Carlsbad State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near South Carlsbad State Beach.

What can I see and do near South Carlsbad State Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at GIA Museum and Museum of Making Music. You can wander around Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park or Poinsettia Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Carlsbad Lagoon, Tamarack Beach and Moonlight State Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

How can I get to South Carlsbad State Beach?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Carlsbad Poinsettia Station is the closest station to South Beach. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near South Carlsbad State Beach so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for South Carlsbad State Beach hotels

1. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

2. Grand Pacific Palisades

3. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

5. LEGOLAND California Hotel

6. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

7. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

8. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

10. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

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

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

14. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

16. Twelve Senses Retreat

17. Moonlight Beach Motel

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

19. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

20. The Green Room Hotel

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Top South Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

~OPEN 9/23-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

Casa Surfside-Walk 2 Beach, Spa, Close to Legoland

Steps to the Beach | Pool, Gym & Free Breakfast

Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

Other attractions near South Carlsbad State Beach

South Ponto Beach

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

The Camp Store

North Ponto Beach

Poinsettia Park

Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center

Batiquitos Lagoon

Museum of Making Music

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