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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Property amenity
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Transfer Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include Access to hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of South Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a gym are available.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 7 minutes from LEGOLAND® California
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1280 square feet (119 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad hotel.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 13 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,280 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 13.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1001 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cesar

You have to fix your elevator. But the rest was nice. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Santa Rosa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable setting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Don

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was short, cavalier and not helpful at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Clean room and facilities Good breakfast Helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

RONNIE

Business traveller

Average room

Rooms needs to be updated. Furnishings are old, bathroom is too small. Could be better.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arvin, glendale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was clean and the staff was very friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great eggs, sausages,pancakes coffee and orange juice..A/C worked great too, people upstairs were running like horses, Front desk helpful and courteous. Pool was cleaned. Expedia gave me a descent deal for this Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
great customer service Robert was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

HECTOR P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the Front desk to the room everything was excellent! Robert (Front Office) was courteous, polite, efficient and so very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

STEVEN, North Las Vegas

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room smells nasty with humidity and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zannah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vijay

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great values
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Guy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Musty smell

Everything was as expected, good hotel in good condition. My only criticism is my room had a musty smell. I dealt with it, but it seemed like the AC unit had standing water or something.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fidel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find the facility and checkin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Adriana, rosamond

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking charge was $13 per night, front desk guy not very friendly, I was tired from driving 13 hours from Mexico and he was looking at me with a weird, I can say judgamental face like if I was some kind of weirdo. Room wasn’t the cleanest but a huge turndown was the dirty (stained) sheet where my 4 yr old daughter was supposed to sleep. We were too tired to call front desk, plus after the weird check in i was not comfortable to call for anything. Definitely not staying at another holiday inn in a long long time from now.
Stained bedsheets
Stained bedsheets
Stained bedsheets
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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