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West Inn & Suites

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Carlsbad State Beach

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Library
Exterior
West Inn & Suites offers a family-friendly base near LEGOLAND California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet, a playground for kids, a library, in-room WiFi, and convenient dining at the on-site restaurant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Grand Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed - double
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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4970 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 5 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

West Inn & Suites

Hotel near LEGOLAND® California
A free breakfast buffet, a playground, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at West Inn & Suites. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 86 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does West Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is West Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, West Inn & Suites allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at West Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at West Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at West Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is West Inn & Suites located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from South Carlsbad State Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from LEGOLAND® California. Carlsbad Premium Outlets and GIA Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

West Inn & Suites Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 832 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1081 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Been staying here for years and it’s always been a good place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Noubarp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quite nice hotel tucked away from fwqmw
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderful hotel and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley Anne Suallo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating and all facilities were clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myron

Clean rooms, customer service was top notch. Would highly recommend stay. 4++++ suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaunn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hopefully on my next stay the jacuzzi will be working, other than that I was extremely satisfied with my stay here. Very clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and free parking. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool area and the rooms were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Juliza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the free parking and free breakfast included with stay. Quiet and clean room with microwave and kitchen sink available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay , very clean and comfortable . Free breakfast included .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being located right next to the freeway, I was very worried that it would be loud. However, once inside the building it was VERY quiet. Our room was clean and cozy. We will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean friendly place to stay . Nice big rooms .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So far everything looks good and it was an easy and friendly check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This’s good place to stay near legoland, near premiums outlets. The hotel’s quite, easy parking, nice pool , the staffer for check in very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful luxury boutique hotel with excellent continental breakfast, and cozy treats at night like choco chip cookies and milk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved this property! The breakfast buffet was out of control! Talk about selections Bacon country potatoes, scrambled eggs, waffles, cereal, pastries biscuits, donuts, bagels. Every kind of drink you could think of it was absolutely amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times. Nice staff, clean and neat hotel. Near the freeway but we have never heard any traffic noise. Just a few minutes to ocean, flower fields and Lego Land.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely property! Very cozy yet spacious, awesome design in and out, great rates and lovely stuff. I cannot think of anything I would improve.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel. It is beautifully appointed. The room was well decorated and comfortable. I’m so glad I chose this hotel to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coda

Liked: Amenities
This place was immaculate. The breakfast bar had a great selection of food. The hotel was in a good location close to town and the beach. The staff was worm and welcoming. Thank you. We stayed for 4 days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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