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Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa

4.0 star property

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Meeting facility
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
$264
$236 nightly
$264 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24

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5420 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, The Crossings at Carlsbad
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, GIA Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 436 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 436 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 436 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 436 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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47-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Premium Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

With a stay at Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa in Carlsbad (Carlsbad Ranch), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach. .This family-friendly hotel is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Del Mar Racetrack and 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Del Mar Beach.

What's nearby

  • The Crossings at Carlsbad - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • GIA Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cove Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Knights' Smokehouse BBQ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center
Air-conditioned accommodations at Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa offer safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a steam room, and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open select days.
Make yourself at home in one of the air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, a waterslide, and a steam room. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Grab a bite to eat at 7MILE Kitchen, a poolside family restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the pool view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Carlsbad? This hotel has 8010 square feet (744 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
7MILE Kitchen - This poolside family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
20|TWENTY - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 20|TWENTY
  • 7MILE Kitchen

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Pro golf shop
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (8,010 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Lifeguards
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from September 8 2025 to March 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Swimming pool

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39.2 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 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 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 and debit 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 window guards
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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Sheraton
Carlsbad Sheraton Resort
Sheraton Carlsbad
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort
Sheraton Resort Carlsbad
Sheraton Carlsbad Hotel Carlsbad
Carlsbad Sheraton
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort Spa
Sheraton Carlsbad & Carlsbad
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa Hotel
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa Hotel Carlsbad

Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Under construction
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Demetrio

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is under construction which was not mentioned- the pool was out of order, the room smelled, the shower dripped all over the bathroom and the toilet seat was broken. Terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Property is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Yeunhee

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was under full renovation which was not disclosed to me on Expedia when I booked it. This was very disappointing since I use Expedia quite often for my trips. The property staff was very nice and apologetic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helal

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Under construction no notice in advance. Staff did assist and do what they could to make it better. The location was perfect for legoland trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles st

Under construction so I had to use the amenities at the Westin next door. Ice machine on my floor not working
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa, Oceanside

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautifully landscaped inside and out, even construction apprear to be in the works. I do hope to return again, and stay right with this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rimon

Not
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute small hotel. Needs a little upgrade but was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charla

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay for family’s, loved the upgraded suite, shuttle, movies by the pool, just a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

In Na

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

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

FILTHY room accommodations Awful Service!

We were Billed for this room twice!!! $1851 To Hotels.com $1945 to the Sheraton The property was FILTHY and the room accommodations and service was Awful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ahrya

Liked: Staff & service
Loud air conditioning and bad sleep experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025