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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 star property

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Free full breakfast
Lobby
Fitness facility
Outdoor pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Microwave And Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Sofa, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Freeway Side, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Living Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hotel in Carlsbad with 24-hour fitness centre and outdoor pool
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and Access to hot tub. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, conference space and dry cleaning are on-site.
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and free newspapers. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Carlsbad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of South Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free full breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 6 minutes from LEGOLAND® California
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad hotel.

Guests are served a free full breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (121 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (121 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (121 centimetre wide)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (121 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (121 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
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
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 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 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-out fee: USD 25 (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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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.

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Ramada
Ramada Carlsbad
Ramada Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad
Ramada by Wyndham Carlsbad
Carlsbad By The Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel Carlsbad

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 528 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1107 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Damion

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The road noise was horrible. Couldn't sleep. The room was dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Need a juice machine with apple juice that every hotel has but this one. Too close to freeway noise. Staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kayanne, West Covina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No good service. I booked the room 10 days ago. They told me there isn't any available rooms match my booking because the issue of their system when I checked in. At first , they asked me to cancel and issue my refund, and then asked me book another room in another property. It was so unresponsibile they just ask my family with kids to look for another hotel at 10:30pm. The only way they did just asking me to contact Expedia and relocate my stay with another property. It took me more than one hour to find out a room which was not matching my booking to have my family stay overnight. However, the smell of that room is strong and there was flea. Such as a poor experience in this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very attentive
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ARIANA

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room but smelled a bit humid and dingy. Staff was amazing! Breakfast was okay but it wasn't cooked very well and there weren't many options. I LOVED the eco friendlyness of this hotel. Great job!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our room wasn’t getting clean, trash piling up, ants started coming in, had to ask for it to be clean, sheets wouldn’t stay secure on the bed, both TVs were stuck in one channel, beds were very uncomfortable, pillows were awful. They use to have the BEST breakfast but this time it was awful….the eggs were sweet, no meat, and no waffles!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa, milton

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beyond disappointed! We came down for a marine corp graduation with family. We both left the hotel and paid for the bestwestern plus in Oceanside after being told there is no way possible for them to help transfer to that hotel. The rooms stunk of mildew and mold, 1” gap under front door, light switch in the bedroom didn’t turn anything off or on, all the bedding was terribly damp, the wood coming down the stairs were rotted and broken. The hotel does NOT look anything like the pictures or description states or shows. The rooms are dark, very dated and dingy. But the smell was awful. When we asked for room freshener they lady with the cleaning cart laughed at us and said they don’t have those. They let us look at two other rooms and they were just as bad as the one they put us in. I have never been disappointed in any bestwestern we have ever been in, this place was was absolutely unacceptable. And I WILL be contacting bestwestern to let them know and now have to file for a return to get my money back. Stay at the BESTWESTERN PLUS IN OCEANSIDE! Carols helped us when we arrived there and he is awesome, friendly. The rooms were great, clean and staff beyond helpful!!!! Exactly what I expect when I book with every bestwestern!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carolina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to the ocean

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant stay. Staff are very helpfull.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vera

Travelled with family
It was to noisy with road noise from I-5
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Too close to I5, too noisy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

horacio

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AC unit stinks up the room, needs to be replaced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

rosa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very dated, the curtains hung over the bed so that made it very uncomfortable for whoever was sleeping on that side. We had zero toiletries other than toilet paper and hand soap. The staff were very nice and apologetic. Breakfast staff was great, we had food allergies and they accommodated so that was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelina

mid
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was great. People at desk when we checked in were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Internet good, room had a bad odor, small things were coming apart.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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