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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 star property

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Free full breakfast
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Fitness facility
Lobby
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Microwave And Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Sofa, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Freeway Side, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Living Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hotel in Carlsbad with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a hot tub. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and dry cleaning are onsite.
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary newspapers. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Carlsbad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of South Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free full breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the clean accommodations
  • 6 minutes by car from LEGOLAND® California and 11 minutes from Del Mar Racetrack
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad hotel.

Guests are served free full breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (121 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (121 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (121 centimetre wide)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (121 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (121 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Ramada
Ramada Carlsbad
Ramada Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad
Ramada by Wyndham Carlsbad
Carlsbad By The Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel Carlsbad

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 1038 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in and out was simple and room was clean. From the look of it, a popular spot for people living in their cars to get shelter for a night. Sketchy after dark.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is very close to Legoland. The room was very spacious and clean. Lots of free parking available. However, the breakfast is very weak.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian, N. Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Carpeting in the room was dirty, large stsin by the door. My rokm faced I-5, so it was rather noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room wasn’t large and had a slight musty smell but was very clean. Luggage carts only available near lobby. Freeway is loud. Beautiful pool and jacuzzi and warm enough to swim at night. Best part was the person who prepared the breakfast, such a beautiful soul. And the breakfast was delicious, from the hot, fluffy yummy eggs, potatoes and all of the other choices.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cosmina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was like an upgraded motel 6 and the room smelled funny. Other than that it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Property was run down. Water leakes around the building. Water all around some walkways.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora, Blanchard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, walking distance to stores, gas and coffee
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just don’t.

This would be a great hotel for a low income family with a limited budget. Close proximity to the beach and Lego Land. But it’s a dump. 1. Noise-it’s right next to highway 5, and the noise was a problem. 2. Cleanliness—room smelled musty and bathroom had ants, 3. Kitchen-No plates, cups, utensils 4. Furnishings-old and beat up. The “couch” is not a couch, it’s an uncomfortable vinyl bench. I chose this place because the good properties were priced way high (holiday weekend) Never again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Socorro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Slept well, good lighting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff worked so hard to make our stay great! Lynn, Front Desk Supervisor was amazing! The maintenance man was so friendly and efficient! We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Hotel was walking distant to the beach. Room was clean. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kay

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
We reserved 2 rooms for 2 different couples. When we checked in they took our 2 credit cards & when we checked out they put it all under one card. I asked her to change it. She said her manager was off & she couldn’t change it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

afshan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a waste

We stayed for four nights and had the worst experience ever. The housekeeping services only clean rooms every other day, and their response when I asked for towels was poor. Additionally, the hot tub was broken, and the breakfast was unsatisfactory.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yayoi, San Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking in site, quiet, clean, large room and bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
During check in there was no water the carpet was wet throughout the room. There was only one wash cloth after I paid for 2 people I guess they want you to share wash cloth . The cable sucks no hand soap have to use body or shampoo to wash my hands . Never come to this place endless your not going to be in the room most of the day
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, des plaines

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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