Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Property amenity
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $176
$157 nightly
$176 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

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751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 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

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Transfer Shower)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Carlsbad, a 4-minute drive from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 7 minutes from LEGOLAND® California. .This hotel is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Del Mar Beach and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Carlsbad State Beach.

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Camp Store - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Poinsettia Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Batiquitos Lagoon - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • North Ponto Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Benihana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Carlsbad? This hotel has 1430 square feet (133 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 13 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,430 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 13.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1005 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is great and the staff are so friendly. The beds are pretty uncomfortable but other than that everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to beaches and places to eat. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always love the Holiday Inn Express. Clean, good breakfast and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location the staff the breakfast the room cleanliness since we traveled so far they allowed us to early check in than you so much for your hospitality we had a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I've been here before. Friendly staff, help is there if you need it, clean room, near the beach, no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic! The shower leaked a bit in our room but was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This places is reliable, budget‑friendly, with a solid breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room awesome breakfast only suck part about it you got to pay for parking to stay overnight
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything as expected
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

bruce

Clean room and facilities Good breakfast Helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Niraj

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was clean and the staff was very friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was set up for someone in a wheelchair but the room was okay. The staff is friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was comfortable, quiet and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable setting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jeremy e

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel in walking distance from the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find the facility and checkin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Me and my family had a great stay .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HECTOR P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the Front desk to the room everything was excellent! Robert (Front Office) was courteous, polite, efficient and so very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025