Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hotels
Best Western
7.7 (1310 reviews)
751 Macadamia Dr , Carlsbad , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Uncleanliness
Poor breakfast quality
Noise from the highway

Categories

Cleanliness
6.78
There were instances of uncleanliness mentioned in multiple reviews including ants and unclean rooms.
Service
8.75
Staff were often mentioned positively for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.79
The hotel is in a good location close to attractions and deemed safe.
Room Quality
7.74
Rooms were mostly described as spacious and comfortable, though there were also mentions of poor conditions in some cases.
Amenities
7.27
Amenities received mixed reviews with some being good while others, like the spa and breakfast selections, were noted as lacking.
Value for Money
8.23
Generally perceived as fair value based on size and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
6.28
The breakfast options and quality received several negative comments and were considered subpar.
Overall Experience
7.75
The overall experience was mostly positive, with some frustrations affecting overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:23

Property Description

Conveniently Located Property near LEGOLAND California
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea is just a short 7-minute drive from LEGOLAND California, offering free daily breakfast and WiFi.

Relaxation and Comfort
Guests can unwind in the large heated outdoor pool and hot tub, perfect for a relaxing evening after a day of adventures.

Convenient Amenities
Each suite includes a range of amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee machine. The hotel also features a convenience mart for quick snacks and forgotten essentials.

Plan your stay at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea and enjoy easy access to South Carlsbad State Beach and the beautiful Carlsbad Flower Fields.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 6.43
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
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Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 1310 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.78
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 7.27
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 6.28
Overall Experience: 7.75
J
Jaime armando solo_traveller mx
10
Pros:

Todo esta super bien

Cons:

Todo estaba bien

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
B
Bea family_with_children us
10
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
A
Ana solo_traveller us
8
I would gladly return
Pros:

Overall, we had a wonderful time

Cons:

The property was beautiful. I have no complaints.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
R
Richard couple us
9
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
S
Sarah family_with_children us
8
Would stay here again and recommend to friends!
Pros:

The room was perfect for our family of 7, loved that it had bunk beds and tons of space, so we didn't feel like we were on top of each other, breakfast was amazing with tons of choices, the drink station was really nice, the service and staff were outstanding, the heated pool and hot tub were great and the poolside furniture was impressive and comfortable

Cons:

There were some fruit flies and ants in the room our whole stay even though we kept killing them, the walls had some questionable stains/smudges on them, the dishwasher was so smelly-it was nice the room had dishes and a kitchen but there was no way we were going to use that dishwasher, there was also some weird drainage/sludge in the parking lot that we had to step over

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
M
Michelle solo_traveller us
10
loved it I would totally stay again
Pros:

excellent staff, cleanliness, the breakfast is good. the rooms are super comfortable.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
J
javier couple us
3
Cons:

Old bad smell

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
A
Alexandrine solo_traveller fr
7
Pratique
Pros:

Lits ultra confortables ; qualité des prestations sans être luxe, mais pratique et efficace
Gentillesse du personnel

Cons:

Manque de diversité et variété du petit déjeuner et manque de place pour déjeuner en intérieur et en extérieur malgré le nombre élevé de chambres donc de clients, le ratio n’est pas bon

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
S
Sarka solo_traveller cz
8
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
A
Alexandrine solo_traveller fr
6
Pratique
Pros:

Le confort des lits; la gentillesse du personnel ; la piscine ultra chaude/jaccuzi; la proximité des plages / grands axes et commerces ; tout en étant proche d’une voie rapide : calme et silence dans les chambres

Cons:

Le manque de variété et diversité du petit déjeuner ; le peu de tables disponible en intérieur et extérieur au vu du nombre de chambres

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
K
Kelsey family_with_children us
10
Great stay would stay again !
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and the facility was nice. We also enjoyed the hot tub and pool.

Cons:

The carper smelt a little weird but it wasn’t enough to complain about

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
K
kenneth family_with_children us
7
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

Broken restroom door, water in toilet did not go well

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
D
DEBORA family_with_children us
5
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
A
audra family_with_children us
1
$400 a night. The worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in.
Pros:

The Front Desk guy was really nice and tried to be accommodating to the best of his Ability

Cons:

My feet stuck to the carpet it was so dirty. Even with the windows closed the freeway noise was so loud.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple br
9
Boa localização e custo benefício
Pros:

Quarto grande, hotel bem localizado, staff muito atencioso

Cons:

Os quartos do hotel que estão do lado da freeway são um pouco barulhentos, mas não atrapalhou nosso sono

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Ilse family_with_children us
7
Good price and great location. Would stay here again.
Pros:

The property is close to the beach, Legoland, and many food options.

Cons:

The rooms have a lot of wear and tear.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
D
Diana family_with_children us
4
Could have been better.
Pros:

Staff was friendly. Good location.

Cons:

Rooms need serious attention. Room was not ready when we checked in. Our room had ripped curtains, phone did not work, bathroom sounded like construction workers were on the clock, entrance frame door was broken.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
M
Manuel family_with_children us
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
B
Beatriz Elena family_with_children mx
5
INSTALACION DE CUARTO MALAS
Pros:

HABITACION, AIRE DESCOMPUESTO NUNCA LO ARREGLARON. FOCO FUNDIDO NUNCA LO CAMBIARON

Cons:

QUE FUNCIONARAN LAS INSTALACIONES DEL CUARTO

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
C
Christine solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Location, pool, hot tun

Cons:

The room was humid

2026-07-23 via Nuitee