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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 star property
Hotel in Carlsbad with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Lobby
Lobby
Outdoor pool
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers a comfortable stay near LEGOLAND California. Enjoy a full breakfast, dry cleaning services, and a business center. Relax in the spa tub or outdoor pool, and appreciate the helpful staff and complimentary newspapers.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
The current price is ₩138,275
₩155,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea is in South Beach, a neighborhood in Carlsbad. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carlsbad State Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Del Mar Racetrack or Frontwave Arena.
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751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92011

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 6 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Story Caffe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Islands Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Puerto Street Tacos - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hotel near LEGOLAND® California
Take advantage of free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Meeting rooms, free newspapers, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 121 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (48 inches wide)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Ramada
Ramada Carlsbad
Ramada Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad
Ramada by Wyndham Carlsbad
Carlsbad By The Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea on Oct 1, 2025 start from ₩138,275, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea located?

Located in South Beach, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from South Carlsbad State Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from LEGOLAND® California. North Ponto Beach and Poinsettia Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Carlsbad Poinsettia Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place it was quite away from the highway
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, walking distance to stores, gas and coffee
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for a quick overnight trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yayoi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking in site, quiet, clean, large room and bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The room was very clean and the bed was super comfortable! The young lady at the front desk was incredibly sweet and helpful. The hotel is close to the beach and shopping - we really enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Thomas

Liked: Amenities
The staff was very accommodating and the area around the property was a 10.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yaritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our family really enjoyed our stay at your hotel. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been there three times I love this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is very close to Legoland. The room was very spacious and clean. Lots of free parking available. However, the breakfast is very weak.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff worked so hard to make our stay great! Lynn, Front Desk Supervisor was amazing! The maintenance man was so friendly and efficient! We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Socorro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Slept well, good lighting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in and out was simple and room was clean. From the look of it, a popular spot for people living in their cars to get shelter for a night. Sketchy after dark.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Hotel was walking distant to the beach. Room was clean. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Goood option for the price.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loved the price. And the stay was good for the price. My complaints are just that the jacuzzi did not work and we booked this place because they had one. Second the tv was cooked and we had to use a slipper to prop it up. We loved that the parking was free and the area was convenient. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amenities like the poor spa were nice so was the breakfast and parking was easy. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TASHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My Girl Scouts had a great time. The pool was nice and the rooms were comfortable. Thank you for being apart of our year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lenore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Nice location, clean, comfortable loved the pool spa and breakfast was great a lot of variety just an overall good atmosphere and experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia I.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Property was run down. Water leakes around the building. Water all around some walkways.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We lived that we could walk to the beach. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025