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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is HK$693
HK$777 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

2. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,949 reviews)
"Descent place, descent guests and nice family owned operated."
United States
David
The price is HK$510
HK$571 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

3. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff is wonderful, easy parking and perfect location"
United States
Joyce
The price is HK$489
HK$646 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Scandia Motel
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Always large, clean and quiet rooms with excellent pillows and beds. Best staff ever.!!"
United States
Carla
The price is HK$705
HK$790 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

5. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,113 reviews)
"I loved everything the staff is wonderful they are so friendly and helpful and efficient ,the rooms were clean and the property is well maintained"
United States
Denise
The price is HK$527
HK$590 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,600 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is HK$550
HK$620 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"They have a great variety of amenities that are great for the weather. Also, the staff was super nice and accommodating to help during your stay."
United States
Kweku
The price is HK$558
HK$614 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

8. 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)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is HK$933
HK$1,026 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

9. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (676 reviews)
"One of the worst places I’ve ever stayed at"
United States
Julio
The price is HK$619
HK$681 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Vista Inn Motel
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

10. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (639 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is HK$1,333
HK$1,467 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

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, (865 reviews)
"The room was great, the staff was great, the area was nice. Clean space, well renovated with comfy beds and a very nice and clean shower. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back sometime!"
United States
Sarah
The price is HK$720
HK$810 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

12. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (441 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is HK$670
HK$737 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Escondido Lodge
A row of single-story houses with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained lawns.

13. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.6 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"The room was very clean, the furniture and bedspreads need to be updated. The air conditioning worked great for the time that we were there."
United States
SYLVIA
The price is HK$560
HK$625 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Fallbrook Country Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

14. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (655 reviews)
"Property is close to everything"
United States
sophoeun
The price is HK$658
HK$724 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Franciscan Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

15. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
The price is HK$643
HK$708 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

16. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,057 reviews)
"Hidden gem, way better than other similarly priced hotels."
United States
Brendan
The price is HK$776
HK$854 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A pier extending into the ocean with a sunset in the background.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a very nice place to stay"
United States
Morianne
The price is HK$762
HK$857 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

18. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly and polite staff"
United States
Carlos
The price is HK$433
HK$487 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

19. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (161 reviews)
"Goid price for time of year"
United States
Brent
The price is HK$549
HK$759 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hacienda Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

20. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (234 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is HK$635
HK$716 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mission Bay Motel
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

8/10 Good
"Room is stinking (little bit). It would be better if smells good. Otherwise everything is fine."
Naveen 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Find out more about Carlsbad

Carlsbad Motels information

Number of reviews
8,822
Accommodation
5 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$487
Highest Price
HK$1,467

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 5-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Scandia Motel: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities such as a microwave. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North: Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. 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 popular beaches. 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 SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium. 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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