South Beach

Carlsbad

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Photo by Rhonda Zoloth
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Photo by Kim Venuta
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Photo by Sheri Chaffer
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Popular places to visit

South Carlsbad State Beach

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

Ride on a pirate ship, see famous people and wild animals in yellow-block form, or simply enjoy the scenery at this huge resort which brings LEGO® to life.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Carlsbad State Beach
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

North Ponto Beach

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your visit to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

P5,018
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

P3,214
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

P430
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

P2,255
per adult
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

P8,400
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

P5,582
per adult
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside
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Top hotels in South Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is P7,874 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P7,874
P8,834 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,488 reviews)
"Love the breakfast and laundry room"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is P11,010 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P11,010
P14,622 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"close to ocean access . . ."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is P6,795 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P6,795
P7,624 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff needs to communicate
"The room was clean but I had to ask multiple times for toilet paper and towels (on our day of check in). Front desk staff was very kind and helpful but there was a disconnect between the front desk staff and the housekeeping staff."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is P11,695 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P11,695
P13,177 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
"Everything was great, except for the upstairs was noisy floors must’ve been paperthin. Other than that, everything was great oh and noisy water pipes"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is P9,555 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P9,555
P10,887 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,251 reviews)
"W"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is P10,639 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P10,639
P12,236 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,905 reviews)
"Very good hotel The parking fee is $39 per night is quite high especially if you already paying $200+ for the room."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
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Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hanover Beach Colony
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Spinnaker Hill

While Spinnaker Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach.

Spinnaker Hill
Batiquitos Lagoon Trail is an easy 3 mile roundtrip trail along the lagoon that’s popular among the locals in Carlsbad. There are plenty of benches to sit and admire the wetland. #LikeALocal

Aviara

While visiting Aviara, you might make a stop by sights like Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center.

Aviara
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Terramar

Though Terramar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets.

Terramar
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Hedionda Point

Though Hedionda Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon.

Hedionda Point
Pano Shot Carlsbad, CA

North Beach

If you're spending some time in North Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Beach

South Beach