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Highest rated hotelSpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad – 5
Cheapest month to bookApril
Average 4 star hotel price$471 per night
Average 5 star hotel price$916 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Carlsbad, California

Make the most of your time in Carlsbad by staying at a hotel that fits your needs. We’ve created a list of some of the city’s best hotels, from luxurious to more affordable.

Best time to visit Carlsbad

Carlsbad is an interesting travel destination any time of year, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your vacation should be considered before booking, such as weather and price. Low and high season in Carlsbad

Busiest month(s): Carlsbad experiences its busy season in June, resulting in an average nightly rate of $679. Those planning to travel during this period should expect higher costs compared to the quieter seasons, when average nightly prices fall to $396.

Quietest month(s): You'll save on your hotel stay and avoid peak season prices by visiting during May, when the average rate per night is $396.

The most expensive month to stay in Carlsbad is June, when you should be ready to spend around $679 on hotels. Throughout the year, weekend rates hover around $569 per night, and peak on Saturday. On weekdays, you’ll spend on average $496 for a night’s stay, while Tuesday is typically the cheapest day of the week to book a room.

Where to stay in Carlsbad, California

Make the most of your vacation at the right hotel for the right price. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of great choices in Carlsbad. The best-rated hotels in Carlsbad

If you plan to enjoy the absolute best of the city, be sure to stay in one of its top-rated hotels.

The 5-star Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa offers a relaxing retreat in the heart of Carlsbad, where you can enjoy its free breakfast, fitness center, outdoor pool, and business center.

Popular hotels in Carlsbad

With a free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool and business center on site, the 3-star hotel Grand Pacific Palisades Resort offers comfort and modern amenities.

The Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa is a 4-star hotel that has a lot to offer, such as a breakfast, Fitness center, free parking, and free Wi-Fi.

Boasting a modern and comfortable design, the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is a 4-star hotel that provides free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, outdoor pool, and fitness center.

Things to do in Carlsbad

Enjoy well-known attractions and things to do like the Carlsbad Village. If you're a food lover, you'll find delicious local cuisine, creative twists on classic dishes, and flavors from around the world at GelatoLove, PAON Restaurant & Wine Bar, The Naked Cafe, Cafe Topes, and Don's Country Kitchen.

Finding cheap hotels in Carlsbad: FAQs

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Carlsbad with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $105 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $105 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $407 per night, and the average price on weekends is $426. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Carlsbad could be Monday.
The nearest airport to Carlsbad is McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), which is 7.5km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

San Diego International Airport, which is 49.7km from the city centre.
Santa Ana John Wayne Airport, which is 74.9km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Carlsbad. And the most expensive day seems to be Saturday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Carlsbad is currently around $369 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $151 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Carlsbad is currently around $471 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $263 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Carlsbad is currently around $1,124 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $712 per night.