Steps to the Beach | Pool, Gym & Free Breakfast

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Exterior
Beach nearby
Lobby
Interior
A heated pool

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carlsbad, CA
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

With a stay at this hotel in Carlsbad (South Beach), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Racetrack. .This hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Carlsbad State Beach and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Oceanside Beach.

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Poinsettia Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • North Ponto Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 13 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Islands Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Steps to the Beach | Pool, Gym & Free Breakfast

✨ Stay close to the best of Carlsbad’s beaches and attractions at Holiday Inn Express & Suites, a well-located hotel offering easy access to coastal adventures and family-friendly fun. Just minutes from LEGOLAND California, The Flower Fields, and the Del Mar Fairgrounds, this property provides a convenient base for both leisure travelers and business guests. With quick access to Interstate 5, you’re also within easy reach of San Diego’s top destinations, about 30 miles south.

Guests can start each day with a complimentary hot breakfast, stay connected with free high-speed Wi-Fi, and unwind in the heated outdoor pool and hot tub. A modern fitness center, business services, and daily housekeeping add to the ease of your stay. Whether you’re here for beach days, theme parks, or meetings, this hotel delivers comfort, convenience, and reliable amenities in a coastal setting.
✨ Why Guests Love Staying Here

• Walk to the beach, cafés, and shops
• Minutes to LEGOLAND, The Flower Fields & freeway access
• Complimentary hot breakfast to fuel your day
• Sparkling outdoor pool and modern fitness center
• Easy freeway access (I-5) connects you to San Diego attractions


✨ Your Relaxing King Room Escape

Step into your spacious Standard King Room, designed with comfort and convenience in mind. After a day of sightseeing or sunbathing, unwind in your plush king bed or stream your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV. Brew fresh coffee, stay productive at the ergonomic desk, or simply relax in cool, quiet comfort.

✨ Room Highlights

✔️ Luxurious king-sized bed with premium bedding
✔️ Maximum occupancy: 2
✔️ Private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and hairdryer
✔️ Flat-screen HDTV with cable and satellite channels (CNN, ESPN, HBO)
✔️ Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
✔️ In-room coffee maker, microwave, and mini refrigerator
✔️ Ergonomic workspace and ironing facilities
✔️ Air-conditioned, non-smoking environment

✨ Property Amenities

✔️ Complimentary Express Start breakfast
✔️ Heated outdoor pool & relaxing hot tub
✔️ Fully-equipped fitness center
✔️ Business center
✔️ Complimentary coffee available in the lobby
✔️ Daily housekeeping and laundry services
✔️ Eco-friendly practices, including solar energy

✨ Local Experiences & Nearby Attractions

✔️ Spend a sun-filled day at beautiful Carlsbad beaches (short walk)
✔️ Enjoy family fun at LEGOLAND California (just minutes away)
✔️ Explore the vibrant blooms at Carlsbad Flower Fields
✔️ Delight in local dining and boutique shopping nearby
✔️ Visit SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, and Safari Park with easy freeway access

✨Check In & Arrival Information

✔️ Check-in: From 4:00 PM | Check-out: By 11:00 AM
✔️ Only the guest listed on the reservation may check in.
✔️ A valid photo ID and credit card are required at check-in. Special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

✨ Good to Know Before You Book

▶️ Mandatory Fees
— A $50 incidental deposit is required at check-in, collected by credit card. Refunded within 7 days after check-out, subject to a property inspection.

▶️ Optional Fees
✔️ Parking: $13 per vehicle, per night (self-parking)
✔️ Laundry: Coin-operated washer and dryer available in common areas

▶️ Parking
✔️ On-site self-parking available
✔️ $13 per night, per vehicle

▶️ Pet Policies
✔️ Pets are not allowed

▶️ Food & Drink
✔️ Complimentary Express Start Breakfast served daily
— Weekdays: 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
— Weekends: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
✔️ Coffee and tea available in-room
✔️ Multiple walkable dining options nearby

✨ Special Features
✔️ Short walk to the beach, local shops, and restaurants
✔️ Heated outdoor pool and hot tub
✔️ 24-hour front desk and reception staff
✔️ Fitness center on-site
✔️ Business center and meeting space
✔️ Environmentally conscious with solar panel energy

▶️ Damage & Smoking Policy
— Guests are expected to maintain the room in good condition. Additional charges may apply for excessive mess, damage, or smoking.
The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a desk and a refrigerator.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a hot tub and a fitness center.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Communal pool
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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