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Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

3.0 star property

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is $189
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17

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850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

2 Queen Courtyard Balcony, Guest Room, 2 Queen, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Courtyard Balcony, Guest Room, 1 King, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Pool View Balcony, Guest Room, 1 King, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

3-star hotel in City Center
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott offers 146 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink.

Business-related amenities at this 3-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area.

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott is a smoke-free property.

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 22.60 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 866 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 438 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 322 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 186 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 1968 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love how close it is to everything and the renovated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaymi

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel and so close to the flower fields 🌺
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean rooms and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and Parking, beautiful pool and pretty grounds in a great location, across the street from the Flower Farm!
Flower Farm across the street from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liza

Pet friendly, safe easy parking, great staff, wonderful pool and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josefina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accomodating with our request.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff, clean and updated rooms. Also great location.
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ERNALITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and the staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anjela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy poolside room clean and felt safe 5 min from the Carlsbad cliff ocean view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nougnith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always great staying here ! only downfall is they don’t offer shuttle to LegoLand anymore !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Eliana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

sandy

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with ample Places to eat and shop for! Walking distance to flower fields and Costco!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Great stay. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mari -Jenea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient property and staff is nice. We love the food court, it’s only 6 min from Lego land and six min from the beach. Second year staying here for spring break
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with good food within walking distance!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was great. Room was clean. Great easy in and out place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms, quiet nice place to stay with kids and really close to Legoland and the beach !!!! We will book here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service
Pool area was nice, hotel under construction so that made it more noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kristopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Small no frills basic rooms seems more like a motel then a hotel. More like an upscale motel 6 to be honest
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking feels safe. Staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman at the front desk when we checked in was super nice! Great customer service! We were there for 2 days and did not want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming, Lisa the lady during check in was so friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026