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Scandia Motel

2.5 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.
A motel with a signboard, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a gas stove.
A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a clock on the wall, and a potted plant.
A living room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2550 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, Magee Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, New Village Arts Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a toilet.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(112 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a coffee maker.

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a sofa.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a sofa.

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a toilet.

Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Scandia Motel

A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this motel.
Scandia Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Scandia Motel's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Carlsbad State Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include an ATM
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Magee Park and 4 minutes on foot from Carlsbad State Beach
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of Scandia Motel, you'll find room service (during limited hours) and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad motel.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
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.

Property is also known as

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Scandia Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 1000 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable nice shower and convenient location near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Parking was safe and easy front desk was courteous and helpful. Great overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is probably my 20th time staying here. I usually go there for work with my dad when we have clients to see in Carlsbad or San Diego area. Comfortable rooms great location always a lot of fun.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is dated, would greatly benefit from extensive remodeling; but room was clean, and each member of the staff was courteous and friendly. Greatest jewel of this property is its proximity to Carlsbad's attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khudhur

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy to reach the beach 🏖️.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, walking distance to downtown Carlsbad. The room was clean. The parking lot is small, but I have never had any issues with finding a spot. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt very safe. Nicely updated. Kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Leslie

Great price and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Staff & service
clean room nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What and awesome place to stay. I would recommend any traveler to stay here. The front desk lady was extremely nice, very kind. I had a great conversation with her. The room was duper nice and very clean. Walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always come here when I have to do business in Carlsbad. Great location close to the village. Only a few blocks from the beach convenient parking. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and great staff. I come back over and over. I love the location, the staff, the rates and the comfort. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great cozy rooms very quiet close to store restaurants and the beach all walking distance I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and great staff. A bit of train noise but that goes away at night. For the price and the location, this is a great find. Felt super safe traveling alone and great value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Krista

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was dirty, loud and the owners could careless
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this little place. Great staff and rooms perfect for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Goodman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

wilson

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walking distance to beach and restaurants. But with old stained towels and sheets. Next to noisy busy street, loud ac unit and ice machine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel service and room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025