Scandia Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Carlsbad State Beach

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Exterior
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(90 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2550 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • New Village Arts Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tamarack Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 9 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪GONZO! Ramen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Knockout Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Campfire - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Scandia Motel

Motel near Carlsbad State Beach
Located close to Magee Park and New Village Arts Theatre, Scandia Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Scandia Motel include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

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

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 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Scandia Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Scandia Motel?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Scandia Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from midnight– 6:00 AM for a fee of USD 30.

What time is check-out at Scandia Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Scandia Motel located?

Located in Carlsbad Village, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Magee Park and Carlsbad State Beach. Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information are also within 10 minutes. Carlsbad Village Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Scandia Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 164 out of 1019 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here at least 5 times a year. Its very comfortable, with a great staff amd convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute old school motel in an excellent location right by the beach and many restaurants and even grocery stores. Can't beat it for the price and charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

The staff is great and the location is awesome, close to everything. It's an older place, but very comfor6able
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Great staff and service. Location is great and room has everything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel near downtown and the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rigoberto

Good price and close by to all the beaches!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great value with a friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason francis

It was a spacious room with a kitchen which is good and super close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CarriLin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little inexpensive place to stay. Updated rooms are like new little studio apartment on the inside. Park right in front of your room, walk to Carlsbad Village, restaurants, shopping and Starbucks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach but not worth the dirtiness!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff in awesome location close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is PERFECT for the beach or just going out in down town Carlsbad! However the room was pretty dirty. Thank god my sister brought her own sheets because there was bodily fluids in the comforter and holes from what looked like cigarettes. We didnt spend much time in the room so it was perfect for a place to rest your head but come prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

kong

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service was quick and easy. Room and bathroom could use an upgrade. It was the money's worth so dont expect alot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sirirat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at front desk did not give full attention when I I was checking in beside he was on the phone just gave room number, key and TV control, no directions to find the room. Location is close to train track. Some cargo train ran through at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Walter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People that owned and operated the property were nice. It’s very outdated and needs maintenance. You pay for convenience to the beach. Not bad, not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Arlen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will get the job done for 1 night stay. Will honestly just fork up extra money for somewhere else next time. Unfortunately room reeked of cigarettes and was incredibly small as well. Again got the job done since it’s very close to the village but would recommend elsewhere. Also they will not hold your bags for you if you wished to walk around before your flight, huge FYI
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always very pleasant and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its good that it is so cheap for the area. But it is cheap for a reason. The room is run down and you hear street traffic all night. It was fine for just me crashing but I would not take my family here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE this place!! Excellent staff. They do a great job keeping it clean. Excellent location. Great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Amenities
Staff are always very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very cute, I enjoyed my stay. It had a kittenette - stove, small fridge with a freezer, and microwave. The bathroom had a blow dryer, that is always nice. Thank you to the lady at the window - I was able to check in a little before 3 pm.
Front of hotel room
Stove too
Kitchen sink
Restroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most disgusting room ever! The bed sheets were covered with what looked like flakes of skin or crumbs. Pillows had yellow stains on them that they tried to cover with pillow case. Mattress had stains as did bed cover. Checked out within 20 minutes of arrival and will be asking for a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was the only good thing about this place. The walls were so dirty inside of the room and in the bathroom that I didn’t want to touch anything. The train station is behind the motel so prepare to be woken by train horns all night. I asked for a refund and they offered to move me to another room. I would never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it and stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025