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861 reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, 92011-3205, California, United States

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Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Air conditioning

Golf course

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Welcome to the Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea, your cozy coastal escape in sunny California! Nestled just 4.2mi from the vibrant city center of Carlsbad, this delightful 3-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking to soak up the sun without breaking the bank—prices start as low as $93! Located at 751 Macadamia Drive, you're just a hop and a skip away from the beach and all the fun attractions that this charming seaside town has to offer.

Get ready to dive into a splash of relaxation with our inviting outdoor swimming pool, or stay energized at our fully equipped fitness center. Whether you're here for work or play, our business center and 24-hour front desk will ensure that your stay is as smooth as a California wave. Don’t forget to fuel your adventures with our complimentary breakfast—because who doesn’t love a good morning feast? With free parking and WiFi, you can focus on making memories without the pesky added costs.

And don't just take our word for it; with 861 glowing reviews, our guests rave about their experiences! Families will especially appreciate our playground and non-smoking rooms, making it a fantastic spot for everyone. So pack your bags and come make some sunny memories at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea—your California getaway awaits!

At the Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea, you're in for a treat with our delicious complimentary breakfast. Start your day off right with an array of options that will delight your taste buds and give you the energy to explore. Whether you prefer fluffy waffles, fresh fruit, or a hearty breakfast burrito, we make sure you fuel up for a fun-filled day at the nearby beach or the stunning attractions of Carlsbad. With the ocean breeze in your hair and the sun shining bright, breakfast becomes a highlight of your stay!

After a fun day out, unwind in our sparkling outdoor swimming pool, surrounded by lush landscaping that sets the perfect scene for relaxation. Dive in for a refreshing swim or lounge on a sunbed with your favorite book—don’t forget the sunscreen! Our pool area is the perfect place to kick back and share stories of your adventures with fellow travelers. Plus, with sunny California’s warm climate, you can soak up the rays all year round!

And let's not forget about your furry family members! Here at Best Western Carlsbad, we love to roll out the welcome mat for pets with select pet-friendly accommodations available. So whether you’re bringing along your playful pup or your purring companion, rest assured they’ll have a comfortable place to stay too. Embrace the spirit of adventure and create unforgettable memories at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea, where great times and furry friends come together in a relaxing, beachside retreat!

Closest airports

McClellan–Palomar Airport

2.4mi

San Diego International Airport

26.7mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

43.6mi

John Wayne Airport-Orange County

50.7mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Air conditioning

Golf course

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Playground

Rooms

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Suite, King Size, Kitchen

1 King Size Bed

Kitchen

Microwave

Refrigerator

24-hour front desk

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Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa, Full Breakfast

King Room in Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Microwave

Refrigerator

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

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1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pillow Top Mattress, Microwave, Refrigerator, Full Breakfast

Queen Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access in Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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Queen Room, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Microwave

Refrigerator

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

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Accessible - 1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Sofa, Non-Smoking, Full Breakfast

Traditional, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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One queen bed. Desk. Wireless Internet access. TV with premium cable channels and pay movies. Clock radio. Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. In-room safe. Nonsmoking.

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Suite, 2 King Size Beds, Pets Allowed

2 King Size Beds

300 sqft

Kitchen

Pet Friendly

Free wifi

Microwave

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Suite-2 King Beds, Non-Smoking, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room.

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pets Allowed

2 Double Beds

300 sqft

Kitchen

Pet Friendly

Free wifi

Microwave

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Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room.

One-Bedroom Suite with Two Double Beds in Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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Suite, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

300 sqft

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Suite Two Double Beds

King Suite in Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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Suite, King Size

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Tea/Coffee maker

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The suite provides a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 1 bed.

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1 Bedroom, Queen Size, Accessible, Pets Allowed

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The double room features a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 1 bed.

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King Room, Pets Allowed

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The double room offers a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 1 bed.

Two-Bedroom Suite in Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

2 Double Beds

300 sqft

Kitchen

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pets Allowed

2 Double Beds

Kitchen

Pet Friendly

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Guest reviews

7.8

861 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Dawn

8.2

February 2024

Easy to get to with good parking. A hot breakfast was served every morning. Staff was very friendly and helpful!

Booked a suite but received a call about a week before our stay to say it was not available. They put us in two rooms next to each other which ended up to be a better option. The night before check out there was issues with the water and it wasn’t turned back on until morning. We didn’t have hot water to shower before checking out.

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Alex

9.1

October 2024

Stayed 5 nights. Excellent value for money. Especially enjoyed the hot breakfasts! Pool and jacuzzi were excellent. Easy location to reach from motorway and handy for going to the outlet centre just a couple of miles away. Ideal for going up to Carlsbad town centre and Oceanside or back down to San Diego. Also has a Coaster train station in walking distance, Carlsbad Poinsettia, which takes you down to Old Town, San Diego among other places. Handy if you don't want to drive.

Only thing missing for an international traveller is a safe in the room, otherwise this hotel would have received a 10 out of 10!

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Leanne

9.1

April 2024

Breakfast was great! Taste great a a surprising variety of items!

No shampoo in room (2 conditioners instead) and shower curtain was bent and couldn’t be closed so water went everywhere.

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Erik

8.2

April 2024

I liked the location. It was not far from shops and it was the perfect location for our Legoland trip. Although, it was next to a motel. The building and property seemed well kept visually. It had the curb appeal to seem safe and nice. I liked that parking was close to our hotel room as well.

The bathroom tub was leaking. The couch inside the room is very outdated and not that comfortable. I think that is something that should be upgraded. I feel with a better couch it would have made the room more elevated. Also, the stools to sit on could be upgraded as well. They look a little dated and are not very comfortable.

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Clara

10

September 2024

Great location… Most friendly staff ever… Especially at check-in her name is Clara she did an incredible job and answered many many questions and assisted me above and beyond… And then there is a woman named Cindy who does the cafeteria where everyone has breakfast and I have never seen such a diligent worker such a friendly caring person who doesn’t miss a beat… That woman should manage the overall food area… Or any other area she’s a brilliant woman and I’ve never seen anybody accommodate like she did… Her name is Cindy so both Clara and Cindy were stellar and also Maria who clean my room… I felt like I just can’t wait to get back and I really loved it thank you

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Jennifer

8.2

March 2024

Breakfast included waffles, eggs, sausage, hashbrowns, cereal, bagels, muffins, and more. It was a lot more than I was expected and it was very good. The only thing that I didn't care for was the orange juice which tasted more like flavored water but it's not enough for me to not book it again. The bed was really comfortable and I wish I could have slept longer. While the location of the hotel was not in a bad location it definitely is not within walking distance to anything. It's more industrial with car dealerships and businesses but it is not far from the beach at all. It was a great value. The staff were all very friendly, asked about my stay, how I liked the room, what my plans were for my stay. Everyone was very pleasant.

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Msmg2k

10

August 2023

I liked that I was able to help my daughter with grandbabies without having to rent two separate rooms. The beds were comfortable. Place was clean and staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. Did have a pool, laundry room and gym. Great variety for breakfast. Did not get to use the pool, but did use the gym. Was provided a pac n play for youngest grandson. He had fallen off the bed, so this was greatly appreciated.

Room location. Far from elevator and stairs were hard with toddlers and luggage. Lock did not lock on a bedroom door. One toilet made a loud squealing sound all night.

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Monica

8.2

June 2024

It was good has a microwave, fridge, and mini little stove so It had a good feel! It felt more like home than a hotel

We only stayed 2 nights checked in at 4pm and didn’t get housekeeping the next morning because apparently you have to schedule it in advance which is bs since we weren’t told and the next morning was out check out morning had a long drive home so we left at 6am instead of the scheduled 11am check out.

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Jessica

9.1

November 2024

Rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was ehhh compared to the BW I stayed at in Az a few weeks ago. Everything was clean and neat. Very happy. Just wanted somewhere to stay after Legoland. Would recommend if not wanting to pay much just nice place to lay ur head for the night

A lot of furniture by the dumpster and weird man sitting in chair all night. Hotel is right off the freeway. Our room was facing the parking lot so we heard every car on the freeway all night.

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Luiz

8.2

May 2024

The room was quite big and fully equipped. The staff was always available. In general, the room looked well cleaned.

The property has a non-smoking policy, however there were people smoking on the parking lot. It is hard then to know how it really works, and you can get afraid to smoke somewhere, since a fee of 200 dollars may be applied if you smoke inside the property. The surrounds are really dark and there is not much. That means, to smoke, I needed to walk around in the desert streets. Did not like that experience.

Points of Interest Around Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Airports

McClellan–Palomar Airport

2.4mi

San Diego International Airport

26.7mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

43.6mi

John Wayne Airport-Orange County

50.7mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Air conditioning

Golf course

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Playground

Stay rules - Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

When are the check-in and check-out times for Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

The established timings at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea are: Check-in after 03:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM.

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea provide parking options?

Yes, there is parking available at the Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. The hotel offers free private on-site parking, and no reservation is required.

How much does a stay at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea cost?

A stay at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea can begin from a rate of $93. This is subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. For a clear price, input your desired stay dates.

What are the room types available at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

The hotel offers Queen Rooms with a roll-in shower, King Rooms, Two-Bedroom Suites, Two Bedroom King Suites, One-Bedroom Suites with two double beds, and King Suites. All rooms are non-smoking. The Queen and King Rooms accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, while the Two-Bedroom and One-Bedroom Suites accommodate larger groups of 4 adults and 3 or 4 children. The King Suite accommodates 2 adults and 1 child. All rooms have a room size of 301 sqft.

What is there to do in Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

At Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea, guests can enjoy their time at the hotel by taking advantage of the leisure amenities provided. They can relax and swim in the outdoor swimming pool, which is available all season.

Additionally, guests who love golf can explore the golf course on the hotel's premises. Those looking to unwind after a long day can enjoy a soak in the hot tub or Jacuzzi. For those who don't want to miss their fitness routine, the hotel offers a fitness center to stay active.

Furthermore, the hotel also provides a business center for guests who need to work during their stay. Families with children can make use of the playground to keep their little ones entertained.

Overall, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers a range of leisure amenities to ensure guests have a pleasant and enjoyable stay.

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have a pool for guests?

The Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea hotel has an outdoor pool available, which is open all season.

Can I use my credit card at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. However, cash is not accepted as a payment method. Accepted credit cards include Diners Club, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Visa, and Carte Blanche.