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Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

2.5 star property
White sand beach and a fitness center, near Carlsbad State Beach

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Exterior
Exterior
Business center
Free daily continental breakfast
Free daily continental breakfast
Carlsbad State Beach is steps from Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge. Guests relax on white sand, enjoy continental breakfast, and unwind on the rooftop terrace. The gym offers exercise options, and fast WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3180 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

What's nearby

  • Tamarack Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 9 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Señor Grubby's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪GONZO! Ramen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Hotel near Carlsbad State Beach
Located close to Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information and New Village Arts Theatre, Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 39-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 19 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 19.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad?

Self parking is available for USD 19.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad located?

With direct access to the beach, this Carlsbad Village hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information, and Magee Park. New Village Arts Theatre and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Carlsbad Village Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location across from the beach. Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly. We enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Loved that the breakfast room and sitting area have a lovely view of the beach!
Gorgeous sunsets from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and loved the proximity to the ocean!!! Courteous staff. 💕
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shandrena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right off the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but bathroom was tiny.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mynor

Right next to the Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, comfortable, well situated, quiet and with ample space in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although the property is somewhat older. The room was comfortable. We were able to check in early. Breakfast was fine with many choices. Property located across the street from the beach .Carlsbad village is close by and there are many dining choices. Staff are pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable beds. Hot breakfast every day. Located ocean front. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was top notch. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Genie Ganley

Liked: Staff & service
I really liked the deck that you could sit at and see the ocean/beach. The staff was very nice. The breakfast was very good. The firepit was a plus. The room was very outdated and old, musty smell and the air conditioner never really worked and was noisy. The price was expensive for the type of rooms. The location was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our favorite property of the trip the rooms were big and nice. the property was good and close to a lot of things.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff very courteous, helpful and professional ! Room clean, very comfortable king size bed, big screen t.v. Very substantial breakfast options , coffee, beverages. Parking can be a challenge but it worked out ok. Price is the going rate for the area and time of year$. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy beds, friendly and helpful staff, wonderful breakfast. The washer and dryer on site was a pleasant convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Caprice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Staff was great. Was it worth $300 a night…not so much. I’ve stayed at nicer properties for less but overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Poor quality breakfast food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jena

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only redeeming quality about this hotel is its location. The room itself is old and filthy. The grout on the bathroom floor is black and the all the metal in the bathroom and room (toilet flusher, sink, lamps) are all rusted. The room is just gross; especially for what they charge. I paid over $400 for one night which is criminal considering what you get. You also have to pay for parking which is mandatory when traveling with a car since parking in the area is impossible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views and cozy fireplaces. Breakfast spot is great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was friendly and the location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location. Across from one of Carlsbad’s gorgeous beaches. Walkable to lots of dining and shopping and of course the beach! Pretty view on the second floor balcony and a great breakfast. Parking is a little hard and costly at $20 per night but overall, clean rooms, nice amenities, very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was enjoyable. The staff was friendly and efficient. It doesn't hurt that the hotel is close enough to the beach that you can watch the sunset, and still close enough to Carlsbad village that you can walk to restaurants
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

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