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, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area is one of the top choices for your stay in South Beach. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa 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 107 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

South Beach

Angie

₩251,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

2. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach

Raquel

₩161,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

South Beach

Victoria E

₩158,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach

Tuesday

₩177,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

5. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach

Benjamin

₩109,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

6. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

South Beach

Jacob

₩348,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

7. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

Arianna

₩213,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

8. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 3.4 km from South Beach

Anthony

₩192,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

9. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

9.3 km from South Beach

Jesse

₩206,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 3 km from South Beach

Oscar

₩192,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

11. Leucadia Beach Inn

4.2 km from South Beach

James

₩122,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

12. Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

11.2 km from South Beach

Sandra

₩214,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

13. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

4 km from South Beach

Luis

₩117,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

26 km from South Beach

Alyssa

₩247,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

15. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 1.4 km from South Beach

Anonymous traveler

₩97,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

City Center, 4.4 km from South Beach

John

₩266,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

17. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

7.7 km from South Beach

Brenda

₩174,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

18. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

7 km from South Beach

Corrine

₩200,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Bressi Ranch, 6.1 km from South Beach

Lizette

₩231,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center, 3.1 km from South Beach

cynthia

₩208,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels in South Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 742 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea	2.5 star property	8.0 Very Good 1,472 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,737 reviews	View

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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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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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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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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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

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location and services. Walk to the beach within 5 minutes. The room is very clean and updated. Definitely recommend it."

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We had an excellent stay at Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort. We traveled with our two three year old twin girls and the whole property felt genuinely kid friendly from start to finish. Check in and check out were both quick and easy. The staff went above and beyond. The restaurant was great, we loved the complimentary coffee every morning, and the little convenience store was stocked with tasty snacks. We spent time at the pool every single day and the girls loved it. The beach service was the highlight of our trip. They set us up with lounge chairs, towels, water, and an umbrella, and it made the whole day effortless with two toddlers in tow. The beach itself is pretty, though there are quite a few rocks, so getting into the water takes a little extra care. Still, we had a wonderful beach day as a family. Rooms were comfortable with a great bed, a mini fridge, and a microwave, and the water pressure in the shower was excellent. You have the option to valet or self park. It runs a bit pricey with a $40 daily parking fee and a $35 resort fee, but that is fairly typical these days, and the perks make it worth taking advantage of everything included. We did not get a chance to try the complimentary bicycles this time, so that is on the list for next visit. This is a wonderful home base for families, especially if Legoland is on the itinerary. There are great restaurants nearby and a Ralphs supermarket just a short drive away. We will absolutely be back."

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Our top choices for South Beach hotels

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. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

6. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

7. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

8. West Inn & Suites

9. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

11. Leucadia Beach Inn

12. Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

13. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

15. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

17. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

18. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

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Where to stay in South Beach

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North Beach

City Center

Olde Carlsbad

Aviara

Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

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