Hotels and Motels in Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad is a seaside resort town located 4 miles south of
Oceanside and 35 miles north of
downtown San Diego . Locals call it "The Village by the Sea." It's the home of Legoland California.
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Best value hotels are listed first. These are good hotels that cost less than other good hotels.
Based on guest reviews and nightly room rates.
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel - I-5, Exit 47 850 Palomar Airport Road, I-5, Exit 47, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $72
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel near I-5
2 miles west of Legoland
Near Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall
2 floors, 143 rooms and suites - no elevator
Free shuttle to Legoland California
Free shuttle to local attractions within 5-mile radius
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 30 pounds, 1 dog per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Aug 2021
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"An excellent hotel in a quiet area. The room was spacious and clean, and the staff was friendly. I loved the whirlpool and pool. Not much selection at breakfast, though.2019-08-06 "
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Days Inn near Legoland Carlsbad - I-5, Exit 49 3700 Pio Pico Drive, I-5, Exit 49, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $81
Rated High
Cheap, smoke-free hotel near I-5
Also near downtown Carlsbad
3 miles northwest of Legoland
3 floors, 45 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking Not pet friendly
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"Everything was great, and the room was clean. I recommend this hotel.2018-02-13 "
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad - I-5, Exit 45 751 Raintree Drive, I-5, Exit 45, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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From $82
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-5
3 miles south of Legoland
3 floors, 120 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The Internet was down, and the hotel clerks were no help. They also failed to inform me about a hold on my credit card. Look into other options.2015-12-01 "
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Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea - I-5, Exit 50 1050 Grand Avenue, I-5, Exit 50, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $99
Rated Average
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel Near I-5 - within walking distance of downtown Carlsbad 3 floors, 106 suites - elevator Outdoor swimming pool Kitchen in every suite Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - Dec 2018
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La Quinta Inn Carlsbad - I-5, Exit 45 760 Macadamia Drive, I-5, Exit 45, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $104
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-5
4 miles south of Legoland
3 floors, 111 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- no pet fee. - Jun 2015
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Hampton Inn North Carlsbad 2229 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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From $106
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel
Across the street from Carlsbad Airport
3 floors, 94 rooms - elevator
No shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Park and fly not allowed Not pet friendly
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"Close to the beach and LEGOLAND. Excellent rates. Clean room and friendly employees. The kids loved the heated pool although it was outside. Breakfast was awesome.2016-01-31 "
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Holiday Inn Carlsbad 2725 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $107
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel Near Carlsbad Airport and Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall 3 miles east of Legoland 3 floors; 133 rooms, 1 suite - elevator Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge - room service Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Carlsbad 5835 Owens Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $109
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel Less than a mile from Carlsbad Airport 3 floors, 145 rooms and suites - elevator Free shuttle to Carlsbad Airport Free shuttle to other attractions within 2-mile radius Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only Free WiFi Free parking Park and fly not allowed Not pet friendly
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"The hotel was satisfactory, but the renovation work was inconvenient. Don't hesitate to stay here, though.2022-10-11 "
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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel - I-5, Exit 45 751 Macadamia Drive, I-5, Exit 45, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $110
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free, interstate motel
3 miles south of Legoland - one-half mile from beach
3 floors, 120 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly motel
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- allows pets up to 60 pounds in designated pet rooms only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet. - Nov 2019
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"Conveniently located. Good motel with friendly employees. We had a comfortable stay.2016-09-12 "
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Homewood Suites by Hilton North Carlsbad 2223 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $124
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay, airport hotel Across the street from Carlsbad Airport 3 floors, 145 suites - elevator Free shuttle to Carlsbad Airport Free shuttle to other attractions within 5-mile radius Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Kitchen in every suite Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Free park and fly up to 7 nights only Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Jan 2016
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"The hotel staff was friendly, but the dog-walking area was too far away.2019-02-26 "
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Grand Pacific Palisades Hotel & Resort Carlsbad - I-5, Exit 47 5805 Armada Drive, I-5, Exit 47, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $129
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Overlooks Pacific Ocean - near Legoland
3 miles from Carlsbad Airport
3 floors, 210 rooms and suites - elevator
Free shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Free shuttle to Legoland California
Free shuttle to other attractions within 5-mile radius
2 heated outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
Karl Strauss Brewery Restaurant
Full-service spa
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Park and fly not allowed Not pet friendly
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $18 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
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"Worth the price. The hotel had breathtaking views. The staff was friendly and made us feel welcome. We enjoyed the pools, arcade, BBQ grills, walking area, basketball courts, and playground.2019-06-10 "
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad 1929 Palomar Oaks Way, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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From $130
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near Carlsbad Airport 3 floors; 67 rooms, 33 suites - elevator Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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"Great location. I'd stayed at this hotel many times. The rooms are nice, and the employees are pleasant and courteous. You won't be disappointed.2021-05-17 "
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Staybridge Suites Carlsbad 2735 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $130
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Carlsbad Airport
3 miles east of Legoland
3 floors, 109 suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Room service
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room - $150 per stay pet fee. - Oct 2018
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Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad 3180 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $144
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free motel near beach 3 floors, 41 rooms - elevator Heated outdoor swimming pool open in summer Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The motel didn't look like online photos, and the view from my room wasn't that good. Service was slow. Look for a better place to stay.2016-08-09 "
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Hilton Grand Vacations at MarBrisa Resort Carlsbad 1594 MarBrisa Circle, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $148
Rated High
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, condo hotel 3 floors, 208 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom suites - elevator 3 outdoor swimming pools - exercise room Restaurant - lounge Kitchen in every suite Free WiFi Parking costs $22 per night Not pet friendly
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad 1901 Wright Place, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $151
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel 3.5 miles from Legoland main entrance 2 miles from Carlsbad Premium Outlets 3 floors, 142 studio and 1-bedroom suites - elevator Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room Kitchen in every suite Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 25 pounds in 1st floor suites only, 2 pets per suite - $75 per stay pet fee. - Aug 2020
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach Hilton Resort & Spa - I-5, Exit 45 1 Ponto Road, I-5, Exit 45, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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From $153
Rated Very High
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, full-service, oceanview hotel
Across highway from beach - 3 miles south of Legoland
3 floors, 215 rooms and suites - elevator
Free shuttle to attractions within 10-mile radius
Outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Full-service spa
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Parking costs $24 per night Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 25 pounds - $75 per stay pet fee. - Apr 2019
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $28 per night - includes WiFi.
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Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach - I-5, Exit 47 6450 Carlsbad Blvd, I-5, Exit 47, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $153
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel Near Legoland and I-5 - across the street from the beach 3 floors, 161 rooms - elevator Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year 24-hour exercise room Restaurant - lounge - room service Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free WiFi Parking costs $12 per night Not pet friendly
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Ocean Palms Beach Resort Carlsbad 2950 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $159
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free motel near beach
In downtown Carlsbad
2 floors, 50 rooms - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every room
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only up to 50 pounds, 2 dogs per room - $50 per night pet fee. - May 2016
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Tamarack Beach Resort Carlsbad 3200 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $164
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near Carlsbad Village
Across the street from the beach
3 floors, 23 rooms - elevator
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
Restaurant open for lunch and dinner only
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad 2000 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $169
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
About 1 mile from Carlsbad Airport
3 floors, 121 suites - elevator
No shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free park and fly up to 7 nights only Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 65 pounds - $100 per stay pet fee. - Sep 2016
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Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5420 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $178
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Next to Legoland California
Also next to Crossings Golf Course
3 miles from Carlsbad Airport
3 floors, 250 rooms and suites - elevator
Free shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Free shuttle to other attractions within 5-mile radius
24-hour heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Full-service spa
Parking costs $12 per night
Park and fly not allowed Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 65 pounds, 1 dog per room - $35 per night pet fee. - Jun 2015
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $14 per night - includes WiFi.
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Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $197
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel near Legoland
Also near Carlsbad Premium Outlets
203 rooms, 28 suites
Free shuttle to local attractions
4 outdoor swimming pools - 24-hour exercise room
3 restaurant - room service
Ocean Pearl full-service spa
Free WiFi
Parking costs $18 per night Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 80 pounds, 1 pet per room - $40 per night pet fee. - May 2018
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Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort 3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $199
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, downtown hotel near beach
3 buildings - 3 floors; 61 rooms and suites, 130 condos
Elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room Not pet friendly
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $20 per night - includes parking, WiFi, and beach amenities.
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La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad 2100 Costa del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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From $210
Rated High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, Aviara, golf hotel
Near Batiquitos Lagoon
An Omni Resort
Chopra Center for Well Being
3 floors, 650 rooms - elevator
6 outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
2 restaurants - lounge - 24-hour room service
Full-service spa
Parking costs $18 per night Not pet friendly
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $28 per night - includes WiFi.
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Beach Terrace Inn Carlsbad 2775 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $219
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, beachfront, downtown hotel
4 floors, 48 rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking Not pet friendly
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Legoland California Resort Hotel Carlsbad 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $252
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Located at Legoland main entrance
3 miles from Carlsbad Airport
3 floors, 250 rooms - elevator
No shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Parking costs $25 per night
Park and fly not allowed Not pet friendly
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $30 per night - includes WiFi.
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Cassara Carlsbad Hotel - I-5, Exit 47 5805 Armada Drive, Building B, I-5, Exit 47, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $301
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, interstate hotel
A Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel
3 floors, 90 rooms - elevator
Free shuttle to attractions within 6-mile radius
2 outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Restaurant open for lunch and dinner only
Free WiFi
Parking costs $24 per night Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 25 pounds only, 2 dogs per room - no pet fee. - Jan 2020
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Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara Carlsbad 7210 Blue Heron Place, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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From $325
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free condos near Batiquitos Lagoon
Short drive to the beach
2 miles from Carlsbad Airport
27 buildings - 2 and 3 floors, 200 studio and 1-bedroom condos
No shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Free shuttle to attractions within 2-mile radius
2 outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
Restaurant - poolside bar - room service
Restaurant open for lunch only
Internet access costs $15 per night
Free parking
Park and fly not allowed Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 50 pounds, 1 pet per room - no pet fee. - Sep 2015
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Carlsbad 3136 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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From $207
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, downtown hotel Near Carlsbad State Beach 4 floors, 104 suites Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Microwave and refrigerator in every suite Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Parking costs $18 per night Not pet friendly
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On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.hotels , on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. + Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
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The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
