Carlsbad Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Legoland California featuring rides
Legoland California which includes a park and rides
Legoland California featuring rides as well as a small group of people
Legoland California which includes rides
Legoland California showing rides and a park

Where to stay in Carlsbad

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Carlsbad Village

5/5(1 area review)

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

Carlsbad Village
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North Beach

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

North Beach
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Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

Aviara
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South Beach

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

South Beach
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Olde Carlsbad

While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails.

Olde Carlsbad
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Barrio

Barrio might not have many top sights, but Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrio
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is Rp2.315.155 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp2.315.155
Rp3.265.129 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is Rp1.627.584 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp1.627.584
Rp1.826.050 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,539 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a 24-hour business centre and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,692 reviews)
So close to the Outlet shops and restaurants. Seemed very walkable.

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,529 reviews)
Beach right there!

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
This was our second year staying there. Excellent in all aspects! Will return again.

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Beachwalk Villas

Beachwalk Villas

4 out of 5
3100 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad State ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Our stay at Beach Walk Villas was great. The location is absolutely perfect.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025

Beachwalk Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Carlsbad

4.5
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The center of town is a bit of a drive but definitely worth visiting.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I only had one day there, so for me the beach side walk was very pleasant.

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