South Beach, CA

Carlsbad

A coastal road with a bridge over water, surrounded by snow-covered land and a sunset sky.
A pebbly beach with a person walking, a lighthouse in the distance, and a sandy shore.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and rocky cliffs.
A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, waves crashing onto the beach, and a clear sky.
A beach with waves and footprints in the sand.

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South Carlsbad State Beach

9.2/10 (226 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
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Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Tickets

$91
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Tickets
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr

Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr

$110
per adult
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching

Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching

$76
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Whale Watching with O’side Whales

$100
per adult
Whale Watching with O’side Whales
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

$189
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
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South Beach Hotel Deals

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
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Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA
Book a stay at this golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Lakehouse Resort
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Where to stay in South Beach

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A family walking on a sandy beach with buildings in the background.

Carlsbad Village

While visiting Carlsbad Village, you might make a stop by sights like Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach.

City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

A sandy beach with a lifeguard tower and people walking along the shore.

North Beach

If you're spending some time in North Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A field of vibrant pink flowers, likely poppies, arranged in neat rows.

Aviara

While visiting Aviara, you might make a stop by sights like Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center and Batiquitos Lagoon.

A layered rock formation with visible strata and a small cave entrance.
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Olde Carlsbad

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails are top sights worth seeing.

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