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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2-star hotel Great 751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad by the Sea, CA, 92011
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Conveniently located 7 minutes' drive from LEGOLAND California, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea features free daily breakfast and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the large heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Each guest room at this all-suite property features a cable TV with pay-per-view channels. The suites also offer a refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee machine for guests' convenience. Guests can purchase a quick snack or forgotten toiletries in the hotel's convenience mart, located in the lobby. Guest scan also enjoy a hot full American buffet breakfast. South Carlsbad State Beach is 10 minutes' walk from Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. The scenic Carlsbad Flower Fields are only 2.7 mi away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.0 / 5
Great 1359 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff was friendly. Breakfast was great.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Property was very tired. Mattress was old.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. The beds were not extremely comfortable. The pool and hot tub were nice. Breakfast was great.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We were greeted and the front desk staff was very engaging with us to see all our need were meet. It was greatly appreciated.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Awesome stay

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Like how my suite was at the bottom floor in front of the pool and spa, staff was super friendly, free breakfast for guess was awesome and convenient..Overall I rate my stay a 9.5/10..!! 👍

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    It was the perfect stay for our family vacation. Staff were great. Kids loved the pool. Definitely will be staying again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff did not want to give me a refund, did not want to provide managements phone or email until I wouldn’t leave without it. I did receive a text later that day saying they would refund 3 of my 4 nights. However, they charged Best western “policy” nightly prices for the one night they wouldn’t refund, not the hotel.com price we originally paid. This hotel is an absolute disgusting joke and I wouldn’t stay next door, let alone inside one their rooms. Steer clear.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Hotel was Okay . Breakfast was okay too . Nice staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location of property is directly next to interstate 5 the road noise is consistent 24/7.. sea is about a 2 miles immediate area there are no restaurants have to drive Carlsbad villages about 8 miles up coast.there is a bed western there recommend use that one if you want convenice

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The location was great,close to the beach and restaurants.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    You're better off sleeping in your car.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    It was okay. The pool area was really nice and the staff at the front desk were friendly. What I didn't like was the noise from the freeway and the rooms were kind of dark. Housekeeping only came by every other day and I got fewer and fewer towels each time.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We loved this hotel. It was very convenient to Legoland and the beach. Nice breakfast was served. The pool and hot tub was nice. A very special thanks to the night maintenance guy that got the bubbles working on the hot tub while we were there.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    No water. The carpet stunk and was musty. Holes in furniture. Don’t stay here. Horrible. Stay at HI on corner. Better choice.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Could not find an ice machine anywhere. Need more of them.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    There was a BLOOD!!! smeare on one of the doorframe to one of the bedrooms, there was hair in one of the bathtubs and one of the rolls of toilet paper was moldy. I told the front desk about it and the employee came to the room to wipe away the blood and sincerely apologized for it. He also let me know that they were fully booked and had no other rooms. We did a thorough search throughout the suite and that was the only visible blood stain we found, so we decided to stay since it we got in too late to find boarding elsewhere. The mold and hair were in the same bathroom and we didn't see them until late. We sent an email to the company that night, and they replied the next day around 12:30pm while we were at Legoland. He asked us if we wanted the room cleaned? Also, the breakfast was pretty decent, with a waffle maker. One of the employees was running around frazzled and pretty rude, making comments to the guests, like "can you wait" as they reached to pour out some batter while she was near. Mind you, there's a line for the waffles and breakfast stops at 10 am, so people are trying to be as speedy as possible so others can get their breakfast. She also nearly bumped into my child as she rushed past to slam a cabinet door. Someone in line, whom she chastised for making 4 waffles for his kids, asked her if she was having a rough day. He was trying to get her to calm down. Anyways, I won't be staying at another Best Western after this...the blood was something wholly terrifying.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room, good breakfast selection, friendly & helpful staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was very helpful and welcoming

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    If you plan to use the kitchen be prepared to bring cooking tools and dishes. Otherwise it was great!

Frequently asked questions about Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offer parking?
Yes, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers free parking on-site.
Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have a fitness center?
Yes, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea located, and how walkable is the area?
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea is located at 751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad by the Sea, CA 92011. With a Walk Score of 54, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

House rules

Check in3:00 PM
Check out11:00 AM

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