Title: The Best Hotels in City Center, Carlsbad - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Holiday Rentals in Carlsbad](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Holiday-Rentals.d6056550.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Carlsbad](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carlsbad](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities)[City Center Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-City-Center.d980377604847009792.Car-Hire-Guide)[City Center Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Center.d980377604847009792.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - 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13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-San-Diego-Carlsbad.h9741970.Hotel-Information) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996300/996221/eb9a7ddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996300/996221/ed4a8025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996300/996221/b414ada8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996300/996221/cba82d6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Motel-6-Carlsbad.h996221.Hotel-Information) City Center 7.6/10 Good (1,749 reviews) "Clean, good price, near tourist areas" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Albert £55 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Motel-6-Carlsbad.h996221.Hotel-Information) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/283200/283129/3de49092.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/283200/283129/a97ff1ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/283200/283129/901efc0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/283200/283129/84ffb161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Carlsbad.h283129.Hotel-Information) City Center 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,010 reviews) "Great property , very clean and good breakfast. Spacious rooms and near to Legoland. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gokulan £163 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Carlsbad.h283129.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1449300/1449271/58990fb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1449300/1449271/d341aa98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1449300/1449271/90e9d5fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1449300/1449271/e37845f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West Inn & Suites [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-West-Inn-Suites.h1449271.Hotel-Information) City Center 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,065 reviews) "Friendly and helpful staff and enjoyable room." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Natesha £137 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-West-Inn-Suites.h1449271.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/d229836a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/db307c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/c054c535.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/7deeb73b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Carlsbad.h33779056.Hotel-Information) City Center 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,008 reviews) "The staff was friendly the room was great for a family size of 6 " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Marine £135 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Carlsbad.h33779056.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21355/e2a375fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21355/c93920db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21355/919a0ea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21355/0982733c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Carlsbad-By-The-Sea-Hotel.h21355.Hotel-Information) City Center 7.8/10 Good (1,843 reviews) "Pet friendly, safe easy parking, great staff, wonderful pool and hot tub. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Liza [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Carlsbad-By-The-Sea-Hotel.h21355.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/518500/518451/w3995h2667x0y0-62971bed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/518500/518451/w3995h2667x0y0-c92a7701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/518500/518451/541e9f53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/518500/518451/b6ecd7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-San-Diego-Carlsbad.h518451.Hotel-Information) City Center 8.6/10 Excellent (1,001 reviews) "Amazing stay. Will be back again if in Carlsbad." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sarah £92 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-San-Diego-Carlsbad.h518451.Hotel-Information) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072000/1071947/26af0fb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072000/1071947/e555b451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072000/1071947/7addbc06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072000/1071947/5e5e2fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pala Casino Spa And Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Temecula-Hotels-Pala-Casino-Spa-And-Resort.h1071947.Hotel-Information) 19.7 mi from City Center 8.8/10 Excellent (4,530 reviews) "super nice rooms and food was great" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) William [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Temecula-Hotels-Pala-Casino-Spa-And-Resort.h1071947.Hotel-Information) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114550000/114545600/114545574/bdc938a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114550000/114545600/114545574/fe8cb0ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114550000/114545600/114545574/1d6f1a33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Knights & Dragons Deluxe Room at Castle Hotel | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114550000/114545600/114545574/62f4c593.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LEGOLAND California Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-LEGOLAND-California-Hotel.h114545574.Hotel-Information) Carlsbad Ranch, 1.6 mi from City Center 8.8/10 Excellent (185 reviews) "great fun for kids, hotel provides lots of activities." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Xi £253 includes taxes & fees 23 Apr - 24 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-LEGOLAND-California-Hotel.h114545574.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/1602b9cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/baa5165a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/ad6a4dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Living area | Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/9f45aefe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakehouse Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information) 4.6 mi from City Center 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,401 reviews) "Great place " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Grace £132 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22019/a235d620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22019/43c54742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22019/a9bf334a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22019/8806108c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pala Mesa Golf Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fallbrook-Hotels-Pala-Mesa-Golf-Resort-Temecula.h22019.Hotel-Information) 17.1 mi from City Center 9.0/10 Wonderful (803 reviews) "Super nice staff, very friendly" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ritu [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fallbrook-Hotels-Pala-Mesa-Golf-Resort-Temecula.h22019.Hotel-Information) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2246500/2246405/3a6e5f15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2246500/2246405/82a21fe0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2246500/2246405/a36f0413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2246500/2246405/23d1bc5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Tamarack-Beach-Resort-Hotel.h2246405.Hotel-Information) North Beach, 4 mi from City Center 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,000 reviews) "Excellent location, room and staff." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ned [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Tamarack-Beach-Resort-Hotel.h2246405.Hotel-Information) ![8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/cb37254c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View | Living room | 47-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/9124d50f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Children’s play area – outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/473c0926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/6c862708.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) 10.8 mi from City Center 8.4/10 Very good (1,670 reviews) "We found this place after issues with our original booking and were pleasantly surprised" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kathleen £117 includes taxes & fees 19 Apr - 20 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8810000/8803100/8803093/1fd6277d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8810000/8803100/8803093/7693e756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8810000/8803100/8803093/0cd5cd11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8810000/8803100/8803093/ab0ef388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Carlsbad.h8803093.Hotel-Information) Bressi Ranch, 1.7 mi from City Center 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,007 reviews) "Great stay" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Chmaur £120 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Carlsbad.h8803093.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/328700/328652/bf786050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/328700/328652/8cb8a1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/328700/328652/3fd0d415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/328700/328652/b7ae7943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-HYATT-House-San-DiegoSorrento-Mesa.h328652.Hotel-Information) 17.1 mi from City Center 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,006 reviews) "Enjoyed our stay very much " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Peggy Sue £123 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-HYATT-House-San-DiegoSorrento-Mesa.h328652.Hotel-Information) ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1030000/1029900/1029867/a9008161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1030000/1029900/1029867/0044caea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1030000/1029900/1029867/8ce1089c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1030000/1029900/1029867/a91f6450.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel 6 Oceanside, CA [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oceanside-Hotels-Motel-6-Oceanside.h1029867.Hotel-Information) 3.5 mi from City Center 7.0/10 Good (1,136 reviews) "for the price the room was very clean, bed were firm in a good way. ideally could use a few more pillows and blankets but for what we needed it was great " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) brad £57 includes taxes & fees 9 Apr - 10 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oceanside-Hotels-Motel-6-Oceanside.h1029867.Hotel-Information) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1710000/1700800/1700722/a6c1d2f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1710000/1700800/1700722/72e07ff9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1710000/1700800/1700722/f633d965.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1710000/1700800/1700722/8904d26b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Carlsbad-North-San-Diego-County.h1700722.Hotel-Information) Aviara, 0.9 mi from City Center 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,001 reviews) "Excellebt stay, friendly staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Francisco £123 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Carlsbad-North-San-Diego-County.h1700722.Hotel-Information) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/56100/56027/ca5d26eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/56100/56027/b43c7a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/56100/56027/220c3c79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/56100/56027/680efff6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-San-Marcos.h56027.Hotel-Information) 6.6 mi from City Center 7.4/10 Good (1,006 reviews) "Easy check in . " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Carlos £65 includes taxes & fees 26 Mar - 27 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-San-Marcos.h56027.Hotel-Information) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/18010ccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/25518f4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/2567668c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/a7723006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moonlight Beach Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Hotels-Moonlight-Beach-Motel.h57941452.Hotel-Information) 5.8 mi from City Center 9.6/10 Exceptional (552 reviews) "This is the perfect location to get to Moonlight Beach has the perfect kitchen facilities to have meals in" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sheri £139 includes taxes & fees 22 Apr - 23 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Hotels-Moonlight-Beach-Motel.h57941452.Hotel-Information) ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109150000/109142000/109141996/29e2c840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109150000/109142000/109141996/a91a02be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Television](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109150000/109142000/109141996/82da5bde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Television](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109150000/109142000/109141996/baf539b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escondido Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Escondido-Hotels-Escondido-Lodge.h109141996.Hotel-Information) 12.9 mi from City Center 8.0/10 Very good (305 reviews) "Friendly helpful staff, clean large rooms, and very close to lots of shopping, parks and coffee shop. Recommend the second floor if you want a quieter experience. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jennifer £63 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Escondido-Hotels-Escondido-Lodge.h109141996.Hotel-Information) 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. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09®ionId=980377604847009792&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels in City Center | Property | Property class | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | --------------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | | ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1449300/1449271/58990fb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)West Inn & Suites | 3.5 star property | 9.4Exceptional1,065 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/283200/283129/3de49092.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad | 3.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,010 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/d229836a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad | 3.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,008 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9742000/9741970/9220366c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad | 3.0 star property | 9.0Wonderful1,003 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/518500/518451/w3995h2667x0y0-62971bed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad | 3.0 star property | 8.6Excellent1,001 reviews | View | | | | | | ## Where to stay in City Center Find the best City Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. - Carlsbad Village - North Beach - South Beach - Olde Carlsbad - Aviara ![Mom Holding Hands with Children While Walking on Beach at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472673/69cda6b6-af17-45ea-8756-fb39e2d1b51d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) ![The Flower Fields...50 acres of land transformed into a sea of colorful flowers (Ranunculus) each spring....](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/5d88b7e9-f217-4e37-b264-a039031dcec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by The Camangian's ![#beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/13a5ddad-dbf0-4568-be8d-e8283d45b442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by TravelingEby ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/c583fb39-660b-450f-9782-aa6077bd5de3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Светлозар Димов ![Around here fragrant magnolias are in full blum...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/f46d4d6d-7511-451b-976e-fca32b9506ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Svetlana Couture [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=553248635976472673) ![Carlsbad Village map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7DnliElphkU_BmB%7BFq%40yBaD%7BEq%40c%40gOeIeMo%5BiKj%5CuUtp%40mYhX%60k%40tEwDjKxSsZlT_LxJgO%7CIeDD&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=z1PXGiD8SJWbjbAIkDZSnT-0GWo=) ### Carlsbad Village If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635976472673) ![Carlsbad State Beach during summer in Carlsbad, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864786451983007744/7cde1409-3c40-425e-9a2d-1e4d69fd6da5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) ![Pano Shot Carlsbad, CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/191a4dae-6aa9-456a-a752-03b651d78632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by TravelingEby ![#beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/e3a11d62-9280-464c-9f7d-19a135d87d67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by TravelingEby ![Meu cantinho da paz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/db39ce00-7eeb-44ce-8ef6-f334c6656525.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Adriana Drika ![Great bar to watch the sunset in Carlsbad #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/70cc47bf-2d0d-4715-8933-9e3925d5ae7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by TravelingEby [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=864786451983007744) ![North Beach map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7DpjiEddgkUaLoUbb%40k%5CmQm%60%40tN%7BIfZyKhNMpGnTqApO_I%7EPx%40dKuz%40dh%40&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=GydXv78G8SbXri87Xu3jikf8DyY=) ### North Beach While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=864786451983007744) ![South Ponto, Carlsbad, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864787441148780544/4df1aa48-8ee5-48a8-8ccd-c6f5fe444f40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) ![Cliffs for days. Saw a sign calling this "Chris' point". ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/b633305f-91b2-4cef-905e-4194b7cd6d07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by L. R. ![Winter sunsets are the most epic here](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/dc6ddf28-305e-4359-a4ae-02805ff0db5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Diana ![Mother Nature's encore.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/9ef93538-f4c7-4d54-8f9d-9f8170b899dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Gypsy Soul ![Do it with energy! #BeachTips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/3f31fd21-6311-4973-bff7-4b739105880e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Svetlana Couture [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=864787441148780544) ![South Beach map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:ulfiEnqdkU_BsGpIyFcG%7DUdeAsb%40%7E%40oEfDLt%5EuQhQeFiH%7DRbwCk%7EArJ%7Cg%40xFt%5E%7BoBjm%40ksAxc%40e_%40nRsYj%5B_Y%7CPaFR&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=yZlF4RxsvPDq3U5SDmB9M3nB3jM=) ### South Beach If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=864787441148780544) ![Rows of pink red ranunculus flowers in southern California United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473227/cba03d77-0525-4558-a8f9-b107859478e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) ![Creeping crevice. December 2013 #localgem #beach At Torrey Pines ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7626/6d66e67c-56fb-49dc-8d94-f693c835328d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Kristin Patton [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=553248635976473227) ![Olde Carlsbad map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:eaniEzofkUwEkKuJsHgCoIqIyGU%7BC%7BDIkJyB%3Fa%7C%40%7DAoRxVuArJqClYeT%60hAeWpV_NxKkVpI%7DLlJ%60CjK%7CAdD%60OxGzHAzEqEnDoC%60GeHtE%7DCxJMtLj%40bLk%40%60CoNrOrOvc%40oqBd%7C%40oYnQ&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=5DIRAKRQ2nNcfTt6rHpwMJaljVk=) ### Olde Carlsbad While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635976473227) ![aerial shot of a gorgeous summer landscape at Batiquitos Lagoon with blue waters, lush green trees and blue sky background with clouds in Carlsbad California USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480927/ad63b790-b3e6-46d5-b55c-003c485d55ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) ![Rows of pink red ranunculus flowers in southern California United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473227/cba03d77-0525-4558-a8f9-b107859478e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) ![Batiquitos Lagoon Trail is an easy 3 mile roundtrip trail along the lagoon that’s popular among the locals in Carlsbad. There are plenty of benches to sit and admire the wetland. #LikeALocal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/bb8ef67e-51e3-4f9d-9c98-055242965d1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Mariam Qozi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map®ionId=553248635976480927) ![Aviara map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:gddiEtmakUb%40m%7C%40a%40qIcKig%40WsKdFal%40%7CQy%60%40n%40yf%40iA%7DFkFsIyG%7BFqLaOiQ%7B%5BwIm%5D%7EQgCpd%40%7EDfIfD%7CShQpIxC%7ELgA%7E%5BoTvI%7DC%7EPzKJ_OvOkAdJ%7E%40rg%40zOlNXf%40jH%7BBzGeE%7CYi%40%7ChB%7BCbd%40%60C%7CQooAhr%40mvAdu%40g%5CbP&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=AW9mXcmmAdkbM2HhRMX8-IFRvXo=) ### Aviara If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635976480927) ## Top City Center Hotel Reviews ![Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/cb37254c_y.jpg) ### Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area 2/10 Terrible "The staff for hotel front desk wan not cooperative " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) ![La Jolla Shores Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26000/25973/9ae91e6b_y.jpg) ### La Jolla Shores Hotel 8/10 Good "The pool was in renovation. There was a construction going on , they start the work at 6 am which I think should be post pon u ti" [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Jolla-Hotels-La-Jolla-Shores-Hotel.h25973.Hotel-Information) ![La Jolla Cove Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1000/927/8c9bc699_y.jpg) ### La Jolla Cove Suites 8/10 Good "Good third party deal however there was no reference to the construction going on ( be advised it will last 17 months as of 3/23/26)so for 500/Night getting woken up at 7 am by a drill sucked. The concierge did mention the construction work when we got there but this is after booking and paying for the room.The walls seem to be be fairly thin … our next door neighbors had a new born.. I understand having newborns ..but for 500/night the walls were as thin as a motel 6s! The room was clean and inviting the bathroom was very nice and modern. The view and location just across the Jolla cove is definitely what you are paying for. Parking is very hard to get and their valet parking does not accommodate big vehicles." [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Jolla-Hotels-La-Jolla-Cove-Suites.h927.Hotel-Information) ![Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21355/e2a375fe_y.jpg) ### Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel 10/10 Excellent "There was a problem with one of our rooms the first night but they were all full. The next day they had moved us to another room and even had them ready early. The staff were really nice and offered a good service. Will stay there again." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Carlsbad-By-The-Sea-Hotel.h21355.Hotel-Information) ![Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19386/64834c31_y.jpg) ### Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea 10/10 Excellent "Clean and pet friendly " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Best-Western-Carlsbad-By-The-Sea.h19386.Hotel-Information) ![Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9742000/9741970/9220366c_y.jpg) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad 10/10 Excellent "Nice place" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-San-Diego-Carlsbad.h9741970.Hotel-Information) ![West Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1449300/1449271/58990fb4_y.jpg) ### West Inn & Suites 10/10 Excellent "Great location near the beach " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-West-Inn-Suites.h1449271.Hotel-Information) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/d229836a_y.jpg) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad 6/10 Okay "Beds are very uncomfortable! Breakfast was also very basic. Stay would have been fine but for tremendously uncomfortable beds, sofa bed creaks all night too " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Carlsbad.h33779056.Hotel-Information) ![Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996300/996221/eb9a7ddf_y.jpg) ### Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East 6/10 Okay "Was clean ish and good staff. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Motel-6-Carlsbad.h996221.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### What is City Center like? ### What's a favourite place to stay in City Center? ### How many hotels are there in City Center? ### If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in City Center, will I receive a refund? ### What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighbourhood?