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About the Hotel

850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92011
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Rooms: Comfort and Amenities

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel features 145 guest rooms in six buildings, each appointed in a classic décor. Rooms include a mini refrigerator, desk, and LCD HDTV with cable channels. Guests can select rooms with one king bed, oversized pillows, and a sofa sleeper. Other options include two queen beds, connecting rooms, and private balconies or patios overlooking garden courtyards or the pool. Rooms have Wi-Fi. Accessible King rooms include wheelchair-accessible showers and grab bars.

Dining Options

The Windmill Food Hall provides options ranging from coffee and desserts to tacos and burgers. A snack pantry is available. A dining guide highlights Carlsbad and neighboring areas like San Diego.

Leisure and Entertainment

The hotel has a heated outdoor pool and spa. Guests can visit LEGOLAND California, one mile away. The Flower Fields are located 0.5 km from the hotel. Other recreational opportunities include golf at The Crossings, an 18-hole championship golf course, and hiking at the Batiquitos Lagoon, just across the highway. A cardio room is available.

Location and Transportation

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel is located 7 km from Coaster Carlsbad Village and 5 km from McClellan-Palomar Airport. The hotel is across the street from the Carlsbad Premium Outlets and 10 minutes from Camp Pendleton. It is less than an hour from Orange County Airport and Disneyland. The hotel is near the iconic Windmill of Carlsbad. The hotel is located 0.5 km from The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch.

Hotel Services

The hotel provides overnight self-parking and high-speed Wi-Fi. A business center is available. The front desk team offers local recommendations. Laundry and dry cleaning are available, along with self-service facilities. A complimentary shuttle goes to LEGOLAND, Carlsbad Village, and Tamarack Beach. Rollaway beds are available for $20 per day. Pets are allowed, with a fee of $75 per stay. The hotel does not accept cash.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Disability Access
2 persons
33 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
King Room
2 persons
33 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Queen Room Pool View
2 persons
33 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe Double Room Balcony
2 persons
33 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Carlsbad 2.0 km
Airports
McClellan-Palomar (CLD) 4.8 km
San Diego International (SAN) 51.4 km
Train
Coaster Carlsbad Poinsettia Station 1.6 km
Coaster Carlsbad Village Station 5.1 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92011
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850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92011
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San Sai
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In-N-Out Burger
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Taco Bell
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Carl's Jr
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Subway
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Corner Bakery Cafe
750 m
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Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at USD 12 per day.
Internet
is available in for additional charge.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of rooms:
15
Former name
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by the Sea
Check-in
02Dec2025Select date
Check-out
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room