South Beach, CA
Carlsbad
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South Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
LEGOLAND® California
The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.
Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Flower Fields of Carlsbad
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.
Tamarack Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Carlsbad Lagoon
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carlsbad.
South Beach Hotel Deals
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
The property is below average with pretty shabby floors and hallway. Stains and dirt on stairs and hallway floors. Rooms near to the freeway will have loud noise from the road. We had booked 3 nights , but checked out after first night and remaining 2 nights we booked another hotel. Sadly not even ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Room was pretty clean overall. And it’s walking distance from the beach and there is fast food and restaurants nearby. Only negative is the sofa bed had a big tear in the setback.
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
I’m disabled and requested a first floor room. We waited 1.5 hours after check in time for a room and had to get a room on second floor. Very inconvenient and unsafe for me to go up and down stairs. Air conditioning did not cool off room.Let alone room was not available at 3 O’clock and was asked ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/21
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Hi! The room was clean and the staff was lovely. However, the room was super old. And the shower was dreadful. I most certainly would never label our stay as lux or even good. I would label the room we were given as basic--and that would be a compliment. Expedia has always been an amazing resource, ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Nice hotel. Excellent location. Right across the street from the beach.
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Everything closed early but the pool was amazing!
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Other neighborhoods around South Beach
Hanover Beach Colony
While Hanover Beach Colony isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Spinnaker Hill
While Spinnaker Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon.
Poinsettia
While Poinsettia isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Carlsbad Ranch
While visiting Carlsbad Ranch, you might make a stop by sights like LEGOLAND® California and GIA Museum.
Terramar
Though Terramar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets.
