Title: South Carlsbad State Beach in South Beach | Expedia.co.uk [South Carlsbad State Beach Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Carlsbad-State-Beach-Hotels.0-l553248635976195369-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[South Carlsbad State Beach Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Carlsbad-State-Beach.d553248635976195369.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Beach Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Beach.d864787441148780544.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Carlsbad State Beach ![Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/ce7acd27-b067-41f6-9d22-86b4ab435aff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia Sunset cliff Carlsbad, CA. Best place to go with a loved one and just chill. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/5ee27754-c91d-48bc-b44e-1c2001d02368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Moonlight Beach in Carlsbad is one of my favorite SoCal beaches. Something for everyone - walks, easy surf for kiddos, more challenging breaks for others. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/25996d27-4143-44f9-92b9-47eaed00aa3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Do it with energy! #BeachTips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/3f31fd21-6311-4973-bff7-4b739105880e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/59c5a494-850c-4045-822d-29ef25db1f00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Carlsbad State Beach Activities --- --- ## Plan a trip to see South Carlsbad State Beach Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Sofia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1580000/1573900/1573807/bd726404_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Sofia Hotel Downtown San Diego £1,098 per person 2 May - 9 May found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LON) to San Diego (SAN) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,818 reviews) Excellent location. Equal distance between Little Italy, the Pier, and the Gaslamp Quarter. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 ![Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1117700/1117693/08ee83c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Downtown San Diego £1,482 per person 2 May - 9 May found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LON) to San Diego (SAN) 9/10 Wonderful! (1,259 reviews) This place was FUN! It was clean and comfortable and the staff was terrific...very helpful. And the decorations were perfect. We didn't use the pool this time but the area looked inviting. It's also walking distance to Petco Stadium and many eateries, although we ate at the hotel restaurant twice and enjoyed it. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 ![Rancho Bernardo Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/3bc70247_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Rancho Bernardo Inn Rancho Bernardo £1,850 per person 2 May - 9 May found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LON) to San Diego (SAN) 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Great property really enjoyed our stay Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![This surfer is definitely #BeachBound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/fc626877-a7f3-44fa-b527-1d54fcc78da0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Ponto Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. 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