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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 761 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea	2.5 star property	8.0 Very good 1,560 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG	2.5 star property	7.6 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families in South Beach

An outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a fire feature, and a view of the sunset.

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach

₩261,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Where to stay in South Beach

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

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Carlsbad Village

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

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

North Beach

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

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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

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails are top sights worth seeing.

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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

Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise.

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Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

8/10 Good

"Rooms were great and cleaning staff was very good"

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice comfy bed. Nice big TV. Room was nice. Shower was yucky at the grab bars, looked moldy. Exterior landscape well kept but building needs a refresh, looking kinda old and rundown. Front desk staff extremely nice. Good parking Typical breakfast, had lots of stuff."

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

8/10 Good

"Beautiful location. We laughed at the resort fee and the drink tickets for cheap wine and a QR code to tip the staff when they did not come in during our stay. Our room was missing the light covers in the bathroom. bathroom. I will say it was a beautiful location. I enjoyed the view from the balcony. The nightly charge for parking was ridiculous as well when we self parked our car."

La Jolla Cove Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Five-Star Room, One-Star Experience — Why the Surprise? The hotel is currently undergoing major renovations, and unfortunately, guests are not adequately informed about the situation before arrival. The first room I was assigned was absolutely terrible. It was on the fifth floor with no elevator access, no air conditioning, and unacceptable cleanliness. Certainly not what anyone would expect from a hotel charging $650 per night! After contacting Expedia and explaining the situation, they intervened and managed to secure a different room for me. Surprisingly, the replacement room was excellent — beautifully renovated, clean, comfortable, and exactly what I expected for the price. But here's my question: Why was I given such a terrible room in the first place when a much better one was available? Unfortunately, the construction is happening throughout the property, with loud noise starting as early as 7:00 AM. Forget about sleeping in or enjoying a peaceful morning! I'm leaving five stars solely because the second room was excellent. However, the overall experience was far from five-star quality. My message to management: When guests are paying $650 per night, transparency is not optional. Customers deserve to know about ongoing construction, potential noise disturbances, and room conditions before making a reservation, not after checking in. A luxury price tag should come with a luxury experience, not an unpleasant surprise followed by a negotiation for a decent room."

La Jolla Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Other than construction, the property was beautiful! Conveniently located right on the beach.., perfectly adjacent to park, playground and a block from shopping! Great staff! Great restaurant! Room was clean and bed was comfy! Enjoyed a couple peaceful hours on the balcony watching surfers and swimmers while enjoying morning coffee!"

Frequently asked questions

What is South Beach like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Carlsbad's South Beach neighborhood. Be sure to check out South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach as part of your South Beach travel plans.

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

Based on our traveler 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 neighborhood include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area and Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Beach area?

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

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Beach?

For additional details about updating your trip to South Beach or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighborhood?

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 neighborhood. 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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1. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

2. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

6. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

7. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

9. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

10. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

13. Grand Pacific Palisades

14. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

15. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

16. MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

18. West Inn & Suites

19. LEGOLAND California Hotel

20. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

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Hotels recommended for families in South Beach

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Where to stay in South Beach

Carlsbad Village

North Beach

City Center

Olde Carlsbad

Aviara

Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

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