Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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Best Western
7.7 (1324 reviews)
751 Macadamia Dr , Carlsbad , US
+1 760-438-2285

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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 1324 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
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Dixie • solo_traveller • ie
6
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Britney • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

The location was perfect. The room was spacious for my family. The shampoo and conditioner smelled amazing. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.

Cons:

Upon walking into the room there was a pungent odor. It smelled very old. The curtains did not close all the way. There was a huge gap under the front door, I could put my hand under the door and touch the cement. In the lobby area for breakfast all the milk was spoiled.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Staff is amazing,but unfortunately we had to change rooms the second night do to a fly problem. I actually got woken up because I swallowed a fly. The staff was great in getting us into another room the next day. Bed was very comfortable great location.

Cons:

The couch super uncomfortable & the room had a musty smell.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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OLIVAS • family_with_children • us
10
Very good
Pros:

Very convenient to the freeway and to the theme park. Staff very helpful and friendly

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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padilla • extended_group • us
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mark • family_with_children • us
2
Pros:

The room was close to my car parking and the location I was headed to the next day.

Cons:

Knats everywhere…. Sofa too hard and the beds were way to soft

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • family_with_children • us
1
Room was a little bit dirty pulled was dirty no first thing when we got there towels try calling the number with no answ
Pros:

Bed were little dirty

Cons:

The swimming pool didn’t have any towels pulled was dirty

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • couple • us
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Ravinder • couple • us
10
Pros:

The breakfast was great, as well the availability of the coffee machine all throughout the day was sweet.

The continually check up made the stay that much more.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Roxanne • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Irina • family_with_children • us
9
Cons:

The carpets in the rooms are dirty. It would be good if they were removed or replaced.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Free parking. Pleasant reception and cleaning staff.
The rooms are cleaned almost daily.
Good sized pool.

Cons:

The building is old and shows signs of disrepair.
The room has a musty smell likely from the carpet. The breakfast dining area is not properly ventilated so your clothes absorb the kitchen smell.
Scrambled eggs are very salty.
The pool needs a good cleaning.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Colony • family_with_children • us
3
I would not recommend it
Pros:

I liked the pool.

Cons:

The first room I was assigned couldn’t be opened so I had to switch rooms. The new room had ants in the bathroom and some of the outlets didn’t work.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Lilia • solo_traveller • it
6
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

The Manager Ben is so RUDE! He should not work with the public. Re needs to be reprimanded by the way he speaks to his guests.

Cons:

As a Manager, Ben is not public relations quality

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Rodrigo C • couple • us
8
It’s served the purpose.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Freeway noise

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Saira GC • solo_traveller • mx
8
Pros:

excelente ubicación, atención del personal

Cons:

el cuarto y aire acondicionado olían mucho a humedad

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • us
1
Should be called motel 6 by the freeway
Pros:

The staff was good

Cons:

Right next to the freeway
Feels like a motel 6 with a good mattress

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Enrique • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Li-Wei_Ko • solo_traveller • tw
10
Pros:

早餐是很傳統的美式早餐，提供餐點不錯，只是吃了兩三天就膩了，房間很乾淨也舒適，性價比還不錯，附近也有海灘可以去逛逛，離Carlsbad Premium Outlet也很近，下次出差時值得考慮回訪入住。

Cons:

早餐是傳統美式早餐，吃了兩三天就膩了，不過整體住起來的感覺是還蠻舒適的。

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee