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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Property class: 2.5

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $129
$115 nightly
$129 total
Total with taxes and fees
May 3 - May 4

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751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Room With Microwave And Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa, Continental Breakfast

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

With a stay at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea in Carlsbad (South Beach), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 6 minutes from LEGOLAND® California. .This hotel is 5 mi (8 km) from Carlsbad State Beach and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Oceanside Beach.

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Poinsettia Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • South Ponto Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • North Ponto Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Poinsettia Dog Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 121 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
A complimentary full breakfast is included.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Guests are offered a complimentary full breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (48 inches wide)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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, 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)

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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 1276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1276 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

MEL

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jodi

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worn down, Ants around bathroom sink on both days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jessika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was amazing and breakfast area was very clean and organized however the hotel is just not the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect spot to unwind. And they have a hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlynn

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeni

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

cristofer, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff and jacuzzi were awesome. Room was clean with a nice fridge and microwave. Breakfast was awesome with a lot of choices. It’s not a 4-star but was definitely worth the money…in a good way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the room and the breakfast was delicious! Plenty of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, front desk staff was very knowledgeable. Very impressed with the breakfast, there were two wonderful employee ladies who were running it and they were so attentive and friendly. The pool was very clean which is always something nice to see.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Artemis

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly service, and the breakfast area was really nice :) We especially enjoyed the hot tub and pool temps, even during Cali Winter time—thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes great room and service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think you just need a little bit more variety for your breakfast different type of proteins, everything else was good and the lady who serve it was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room good staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Isabel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was in good condition. Semi-new interior & appliances, bathroom slightly worn & dated. Bed was quite hard. Overall okay for the price. Next to fwy. Loud traffic noise throughout night, light sleepers beware. Slight gap underneath room door.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meiyu

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026