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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

Exterior

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is RM361
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Pillow-top beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

2. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great and clean facilities"
United States
Amber Joy
The price is RM343
RM384 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The Scandia hotel in Carlsbad is a great location, close to shopping beach and restaurants"
United States
Rob
The price is RM236
RM316 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Scandia Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,911 reviews)
"Clean and quiet place"
United States
Roberto
The price is RM265
RM297 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Exterior

5. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,094 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable."
United States
Benjamin
The price is RM290
RM335 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

6. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,645 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is RM243
RM275 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Lobby

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,339 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is RM384
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Beach/ocean view

8. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is RM578
RM636 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room and staff were great and the breakfast was delicious and outstanding. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed in a hotel with a better breakfast whether it was included or not. It was nice to have several restaurants in close proximity as well. Highly recommend!"
United States
John
The price is RM518
RM570 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

10. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (684 reviews)
"Must of the amenities work for a quiet stay personal was so helpful and there is restaurants close by and parks is close to the freeway"
United States
Luis
The price is RM295
RM325 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Vista Inn Motel
1 bedroom, bed sheets

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (877 reviews)
"Close to the beach, clean rooms. The only things was the parking. Very chaotic, but we would stay here again."
United States
Elsie
The price is RM396
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

12. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (457 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is RM262
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Escondido Lodge
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

13. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"They have clean rooms and tidy furniture, but the paint is old and in need of renovation; the staff are friendly and nice."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is RM221
RM249 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

14. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,066 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is RM283
RM311 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Exterior

15. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is RM269
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Fallbrook Country Inn
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

16. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is RM344
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Franciscan Inn
Boating

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was a very nice place to stay"
United States
Morianne
The price is RM441
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

18. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
The price is RM335
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Exterior

19. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (162 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is RM328
RM446 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hacienda Motel
Room

20. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (271 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is RM332
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"clean room refreshed often"
Linda 4-night trip
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Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

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Carlsbad Motels information

Number of reviews
15,032
Accommodation
5 Motels
Lowest Price
RM249
Highest Price
RM636

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carlsbad?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Carlsbad has to offer. Top sights to visit include LEGOLAND® California.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carlsbad?
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight State Beach. Scandia Motel: It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North: Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels will I be able to find in Carlsbad?
Expedia has 5 affordable motels in Carlsbad.
What things can I to do in Carlsbad?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, explore the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the scenic seaside. People visiting Carlsbad love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: LEGOLAND® California, GIA Museum and Museum of Making Music. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Carlsbad Premium Outlets, Flower Fields of Carlsbad and The Crossings at Carlsbad.
What's the weather like in Carlsbad?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carlsbad to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Carlsbad is 340 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carlsbad while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carlsbad to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from the city centre. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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