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Carlsbad by The Sea Hotel

850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, US
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

Carlsbad by The Sea Hotel is a 3-star independent property located in Carlsbad, California, steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. The hotel sits in the City Center area, 0.2 miles from the Museum of Making Music and 1.3 miles from The Crossings at Carlsbad. San Diego International Airport is 30 miles away, while Carlsbad Airport is just 2 miles from the property.

The hotel offers 145 guestrooms, including 2 suites, each equipped with an LCD television, cable service, and a private bathroom with shower/tub combination. Rooms include complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, safes, desks, and phones with free local calls. Guest comfort ratings average 3.8 out of 5.

Dining options include an on-site restaurant and coffee shop serving snacks, plus a bar/lounge. Recreation amenities feature an outdoor pool and hot tub, along with a picnic area and banquet hall. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking and pool facilities. Additional services include 24-hour front desk assistance, a business center, dry cleaning and laundry facilities, and multilingual staff. Nearby, guests can arrange golf lessons, surfing and golf instruction, as well as access bicycle rentals, kayaking, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, horse riding, and swimming opportunities.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. One dog up to 35 pounds (non-aggressive breed) is permitted per room for a non-refundable fee of $75. Service animals are exempt from all restrictions.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel in Carlsbad (City Center), you'll be steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Museum of Making Music and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from The Crossings at Carlsbad.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Museum of Making Music - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
LEGOLAND® California - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
South Carlsbad State Beach - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
GIA Museum - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
North Ponto Beach - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
The Crossings at Carlsbad - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Poinsettia Park - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Carlsbad State Beach - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Tamarack Beach - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Batiquitos Lagoon - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Carlsbad Lagoon - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi

The nearest airports are:
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 41.5 km / 25.8 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 51.2 km / 31.8 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 56.6 km / 35.2 mi

The preferred airport for Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar).

Rooms

Stay in one of 146 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include a picnic area and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. RV/bus/truck parking is available onsite.

Getting here

2 miles to carlsbad airport 30 miles to san diego airport
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Included in the Amenity Fee of $12 nightly.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 16
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 35
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 1
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • $75.00 non refundable Pet Fee
  • 1 dog non aggressive breed up to 35lbs
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 12 per accommodation, per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.0 per day<

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-out is available.