Clean, clean, clean. Beautiful floors, fresh paint, remodeled bathroom that had the largest most absorbent bath towel that I have ever seen in a budget motel. This is a small older motel that the rooms have been completely updated. The rooms are small, but they have crown molding and are darling. Walk down the block to Carlsbad village, few blocks to the beach, or drive a few blocks the other way to the freeway. The location could not be better. The staff are wonderful, from check in, to housekeeping, to checkout. If you stay anywhere else, you are mission out on a gem of a motel.

There wasn't anything that could have been any better. They have a great ice machine with 2 giant fully stocked vending machines.

You cannot beat the location of the Scandia Motel. It is on the edge of Carlsbad--an easy walk to cafés and restaurants and a 5 minute walk to the beach. It is not fancy, but it is clean, well-kept--the owners clearly take pride in tending the grounds--and a wonderful surprise to find in Carlsbad. If your priority is ease of movement around Carlsbad and its delights, then this is the place.

My wi-fi connection was weak which made working difficult--but I never complained. I simply went to cafés to work.

I had my own little apartment. Much more than “just a room” It had a full kitchen, which was a pleasant surprise. Also, it was upstairs and I had a lot of privacy which I enjoyed. Lots of lighting and the water in the shower was nice & hot. The room heater also got very warm.

The heater in the room was very loud so I had to choose to either be warm, or watch t.v., not both. There were little bugs on the stove and in the microwave. Although the big kitchen was nice, there was no plates, utensils or paper towels or coffee filters. I wish I knew in advance so I could’ve brought dishes and paper products.

The Scandia is great value for money and is in a good location. Rooms are good and clean. The parking was good too. I would book here again.

Staff need to give a good firdt impression as they are the first ones you meet when arriving. I did have to ask the girl who signed me in if she was ok, as she was miserable. She soon cheered up when she realised I wasn't happy with her attitude...

Really like the new staff, they have been very attentive to my needs, even had gotten a studio when they filled up, live the upgrade at same cost for the room requested. They do best to accommodate. This hotel has been here as long as I can remember even as a teenager back in the 80's, it's definitely over 45 years old. So people need to keep that in mind. And it's coastal can't beat that. But the coast comes with Salt air, so rust will be present. It's perfect for me and convenient for work, freeway close and my hometown close. They meet demands and requests from everyone best as possible.

This is an older property that has been remodeled inside nicely. It is located just two block north of where all the Bars and Restaurants are located in Carlsbad Village. This area is very up scale beach town. Most hotels in the area are charging well into the $150 to $300 per night. So to only pay $67 total for a nice room in this upper class town is fantastic!

I really can't think of anything wrong with the room. It's not the Hilton but with all the money you save you can go to the pricer Restaurants with the money you save.

I liked the fast check-in. The room was nice and clean. You're able to park right outside your motel room. The room had 2 queen beds, a fridge, a microwave, plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, and tolietries. The bed linen and towels were very clean. Lastly, you're given a remote when you check in to watch TV. There's cable and HBO to watch.

I didn't like the train sounding his horn throughout the night. This motel is close to train tracks.

Requested Room#124 as my previous stay ~ Wish Granted! Excellent away from traffic/cars in & out from other rooms. QUIET CLEAN PEACEFUL SAFE across from Army Navy Academy. Respectful. Front Office staff efficient and kind; (two cute little boys that remembered me)!. Housekeeping very neat appearance themselves, good job cleaning. Appreciate NONSMOKING and NO PETS. Pure white linens and towels fluffy. Great H20 pressure in sink & shower. Great remodel. Thank You!!

Some people like the sound of trains. Some don’t. That’s an individual choice. They didn’t run too often to bother me, Otherwise, as my room was at the end, and quiet.

I forgot to get a recipe for vegetarian soup. More annoyed at myself.

The location is wonderful. Just at the beginning of Carlsbad Village with just a short walk to the public beach access. For the price you can’t beat it. The owner is a family man and very nice.