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Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

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Located close to Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Museum of Making Music, Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can also expect to find a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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  • Sleeps 3

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  • Sleeps 4

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  • Sleeps 2

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Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View | Pool | Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a wooden dining table, sofas, a fireplace, and a mounted TV.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott is in City Center, a walkable area in Carlsbad with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Lagoon, while LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are popular area attractions. Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Museum of Making Music are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Carlsbad travel guide
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850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, 92011

What's nearby

  • A field of colorful flowers with a clear blue sky and palm trees in the background.
    Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, cliffs, and the ocean.
    South Carlsbad State Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A miniature cityscape with various buildings and a small pond.
    LEGOLAND® California
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Crossings at Carlsbad
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station
    3 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
    11 min walk
  • Chick-Fil-A
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Ruby's Diner
    5 min walk
  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 22.60 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.0 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
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

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:30 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott pet-friendly?

Yes, Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 35 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott?

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

What time is check-out at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott located?

Located in City Center, this hotel is steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Museum of Making Music and LEGOLAND® California are also within 15 minutes. Carlsbad Poinsettia Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and renovated room! Bed was very comfortable. Free breakfast and free parking!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jose a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel , spacious rooms ,friendly staff , lots of space and relaxing areas for you to sit down and for your children to play . Next to a shopping center , couldn't have asked for a better experience. Oh and it was less than 10 min from Legoland
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Chad

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great location, with easy access to the outlets and plenty of restaurants. Unfortunately, the cleanliness of our room was disappointing. There was sand throughout the floor, and we found hair in both the sink and shower. This was not the level of cleanliness I would expect from a Marriott hotel. Given the brand’s reputation, I expected much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was somewhat disappointing in that it was shown to be a Marriott Bonvoy so I assumed it would be more like a typical Marriott. I was shocked that it was an older two story motel with all rooms opening to an outside hallway. Although the room was basic and decently nice having been recently redone there were no suitcase-luggage holders and no place to put your bag except on the floor which is extremely awkward and hard to use. When I asked for a luggage rack I was told they had been discarded and not replaced. The pool was attractively shaped and heated. The breakfast attempted to be nice but the day we tried it they seemed to be running out of many of the items being served.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great kind hotel staff, clean accommodating property in good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Zachary

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cool place to stay had a cool full food Hall attached to it the room when we got there was not clean. I asked them to clean it several times they never really did. The floor was filthy with hair on it. There was hair in the sink and hair in the shower good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The room was huge! We were very happy that the fold out bed could accommodate our son who came to visit us. Our view from our room was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riczelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love how the location is close to everything we need. The room was super clean and the area was super quiet. the staffs are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaspreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very accommodating. Near Legoland.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

YADIRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our family stay for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Our stay was to satisfaction, we enjoyed the pool and the food hall. Our room was not that clean especially the floors we had food and dirt all around and the showers shampoo and soap were empty. Very convenient for legoland and beach since close by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasantly surprised. I live in Carlsbad so it was a staycation. Everything was great but not exceptional. The beds need to be replaced. It was lumpy and uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Daisy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a reservation through Expedia for myself and three children. Upon arrival, I was told they were fully booked and refused to accept my reservation because it was third-party. I was embarrassed and scared, especially since it was late and I had my children there. The staff was unprofessional and disrespectful, and the place was not clean either.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked through Expedia because my previous booking through Expedia at the Holday inn express was cancelled without my knowledge. I showed up and the gentleman at the desk said they did not have a room! That Expedia sells rooms they do not have. Expedia still charged me for the room and I can’t figure out how to get my money back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ben

Liked: Staff & service
had problems with ants in our room staff address the problem the first day and sprayed around the sink area, but had to come back the following day to spray in the shower area and we had them spray the whole room with insecticide other than that, we’re disappointed that the room did not have a coffee pot and other amenities that were used to
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barclay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay at the Carlsbad by the sea Hotel. My focus was the pool and jacuzzi. Both were warm, clean and safe. We were in Room #222 but the walk to the pool area was quick. Plenty of pool-side towelsBreakfast was excellent and well managed. Lobby staff was very friendly and helpful. Our room had been recently renovated and the king bed was so comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keissy Olvera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Las habitaciones y el Hotel están remodelandos, muy limpios y en buenas condiciones, el personal es muy amable. Fue la segunda vez que nos hospedamos y lo recomendaría. Mi única recomendación sería mejorar las opciones del desayuno, el personal es muy amable, pero el café no es tan bueno, y complementaria el desayuno con Hot cakes y Waffles.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice enough. Great location. Perfect for families.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Larry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was double charged for my room, once by Expedia and then by the place. When I got there the check station was down and the line was long.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good we could get the room that we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

Decent…
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cristina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lakhana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026