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Pelican Cove Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Carlsbad State Beach

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Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated
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Pelican Cove Inn sits just steps from Carlsbad State Beach, offering a quiet getaway complete with in-room WiFi. Guests can wander through the garden or head to the beach for activities that previous visitors have found truly memorable.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM544
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Newport

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Laguna

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

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Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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La Jolla

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Furnished balcony or patio
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
320 Walnut Ave, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 11 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Señor Grubby's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪GONZO! Ramen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pelican Cove Inn

Hotel near Carlsbad State Beach
Pelican Cove Inn provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Pelican Cove Inn Hotel
Pelican Cove Inn Carlsbad
Pelican Cove Inn Hotel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Cove Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Cove Inn?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Cove Inn on 19 Oct 2025 start from RM 543.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pelican Cove Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Cove Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Pelican Cove Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Pelican Cove Inn located?

Located in North Beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information. State Street Farmers Market and Magee Park are also within 15 minutes. Carlsbad Village Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Pelican Cove Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 193 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got the pacific room and it was wonderful !!’ Love staying there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the beach with an easy walk to great cafes and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to have a gateway
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property well kept. Area was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Not a fancy, upscale resort but a unique little Inn decorated with cute antiques and cozy furnishings…which we loved! Great location!…just a short walk to the beach or Carlsbad Village. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing location and love that the parking is free. A place with a lot of charm and cool vibes. Comfortable beds and hot showers. Walking distance to good coffee and breakfast, lunch, dinner, beach, etc. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service
Quiet , but needs renovation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piaf

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property/area! 5 min walk from beach and 5-10 min to shops/restaurants! Quiet, peaceful, great amenities and lovely rooftop balcony sitting area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, easy check in and perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yvonne

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room assigned to me was occupied with someoneelse. I was shocked.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeaZhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place we have been in California.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evangelen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay at this property again we had the Newport room which was right in front and it was amazing. The room was clean, and you could walk to the village in 3 mins. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What a charming property with kind service, free parking & safe quiet street. A perk is beach chairs, umbrellas, soft cooler & beach towels. Coffee, tea, ice & water available 24/7.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The skylight needs to be cleaned Full of spider webs😱
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sumari

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was so dirty I checked out. I called Expedia to no avail. I will never use Expedia or stay at that hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great property for the money and is exceptional value. Comfortable, cosy and only a short walk to central Carlsbad. Slight issue with getting the door code from the booking company but the manager was a great help, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is wonderful! Quiet and very comfortable. Rooms are spacious and it’s super close and walking distance to many restaurants and the village. Alfredo is very friendly and nice! He does a great job taking care of everything and made us feel like we were right at home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem!!!! Cute little property across from beach and walkable to Carlsbad village Had a delightful time So glad I found this place and will be returning Beds are so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful experience and the most important thing it was super clean. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025