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Carlsbad by the Sea Resort

3.0 of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Formerly Holiday Inn Carlsbad by the Sea)
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Carlsbad by the Sea Resort
Ranked #26 of 32 hotels in Carlsbad
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Sydney, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Good rooms, great pool and gardens and short walk to outlet mall.But the noise! Not from highway (hardly noticeable) but we were on ground level - kids running in room above sounded like elephants; aircon was noisy (from outside compressors) and pool fliter was noisy.

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013 via mobile

Nice location. Shopping mall just across the street. Lots of restaurants at wlaking distance no more than five minutes. Just minutes from legoland. Breakfast is complete, no need for more. Rooms are in good condition, well cleaned except for the carpet which would benefit from carpet cleaning on a regular schedule. Free shuttle to legoland, so no need to pay... More

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Los Angeles, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

A very nice, well kept charmer of a property. The exterior shows its age, but the rooms themselves are of good quality. The linens are top shelf and the room we got upgraded to was very roomy and well equipped (microwave, fridge, plenty of accesible outlets, good hairdryer, ironing board, etc.). Our room had a very nice balcony. The breakfast... More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

If you stay here be advised that the breakfast buffet is okay. The omelet was okay, the sausage was gross, bagels, toast, cold cereal, bananas, yogurt were all average. Coffee is strong and tastes rather yucky, Juices were okay. The room was fine and clean but beware make sure that you go to bed early since the walls are a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Wonderful location opposite an outlet shopping mall, plenty of restaurants, TGI Fridays, Fish House, Rubys etc. Check in staff very welcoming we got an upgrade to a deluxe suite awesome spacious and equippped with everything you could dream of in a hotel. Pool and hot tub was amazing Would definitley recommend close to Legoland and Carlsbad beach was beautiful. Only... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Booked a room for an over night stay in Carlsbad. When we got there, I wasn't quite sure BUT, do not be deceived by the age of the motel. When we went through the gates to the interior of the property, we were incredibly surprised and pleased. It was lovely and so well cared for. Our room was great. Nice... More

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Brawley, California
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We arrived Sunday afternoon for a doctor's appointment on Monday morning. The front desk personnel was very friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious, clean and had a very comfortable bed. We walked across the street to the Outlets and had dinner @ Ruby's Diner walked a little afterwards because the stores close early on Sunday.

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Calgary, Canada
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Nice comfortable hotel, with super soft beds and comfortable pillows. The pool is great, but... They can improve on breakfast ! I have had better breakfast at 2* motels than here! Cereal was mostly empty, milk tasted funny! Good luck getting the kitchen lady to smile or say hi! The shuttle to legoland was fast nd easy:) overall we enjoyed... More

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London, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

Room was very large, lots of space compared to a lot of hotels. My room had a patio, and it looks like all rooms have either a balcony or patio. Very quiet AC system, never heard it running. Location is amazing for shopping, right across the street from an outlet mall. Very close to LegoLand. Staff was really friendly! Great... More

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Stansted Mountfitchet, United Kingdom
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48 reviews 48 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

We arrived here for one night on a business trip. The hotel rooms are spacious and you get a small selection of essentials in the bathroom. The breakfast was OK but i'm not sure if the milk was off or not but it tasted really, really strange. I ended up having fruit and yogurt. A short walk to the shops... More

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Additional Information about Carlsbad by the Sea Resort

Also Known As:
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Holiday Inn Carlsbad
Carlsbad Holiday Inn
Address: 850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Formerly Holiday Inn Carlsbad by the Sea)
Region: United States > California > Carlsbad
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#25 Family Hotels in Carlsbad
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Enjoy your best vacation - a vacation in Carlsbad California is like no other in the world. And choosing Carlsbad by the Sea Resort guarantees the perfect location for a fun-filled experience for the whole family. LEGOLAND® California Resort is located just a mile away and Carlsbad by the Sea Resort is a designated LEGOLAND "Preferred Hotel." We offer special packages that include hotel rooms, tickets to the theme park, and a complimentary shuttle ride to the entrance after you enjoy a complimentary full American breakfast. Carlsbad by the Sea is centrally located to everything the San Diego region has to offer. You are only 30 miles from the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park and SeaWorld. Pristine Carlsbad beaches or a game of golf are just minutes away. Spend time relaxing at the resort, walking on 22 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, and playing and exercising in our year-round outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi and fitness center. And when it is time to dine, there is a T.G.I. Friday’s on site with dine-in or in-room service options and more than a dozen popular restaurant choices are within walking distance. ... more   less 
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