Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach offers a warm welcome near LEGOLAND® California. Fuel up with to-go breakfast, unwind by the lobby fireplace, or get moving at the gym and outdoor pool. With helpful multilingual staff and free newspapers, this beachside hotel provides comfort and convenience.
Popular amenities
Parking available
Connecting rooms available
Gym
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
Fitness centre
Beach towels
Self parking
24-hour business centre
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Computer station
Reception fireplace
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
The current price is AU$187
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Room options
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 34 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 37 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 43 min drive
Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 12 min walk
Carlsbad Village Station - 14 min drive
Solana Beach Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Windmill Food Hall - 4 min drive
Ruby's Diner - 4 min drive
Subway - 3 min drive
Tip Top Meats - 3 min drive
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. For a workout, you can visit the fitness centre, or go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool. Also, Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Racetrack are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
120 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free on-the-go breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Local/corner shop
Pool gate
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference space (1280 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2013
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 12.00 per night
RV/bus/lorry parking is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 12.00 per night. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as sailing, body boarding and windsurfing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG is in South Beach, a short 10-minute walk from South Carlsbad State Beach.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Robert at the front desk was extremely helpful! He made our stay great!
Rachel L
Rachel L, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
Very good hotel
Vladimir
Vladimir, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
Great stay
Keyona
Keyona, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
Beautiful walk distance to the beach,very comfy and quiet hotel very nice employees.
Ivett
Ivett, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Jan 2025
This is our second time staying here. It’s clean and close enough to the beach and I5.
Donna
Donna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec 2024
Great, safe experience and cleanliness on point. Will stay there again
Bryan
Bryan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
26 Dec 2024
Close to the campground at the beach for our group weekend event. Decent holiday inn property.
Clean safe and friendly staff
Korina
Korina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2024
The hotel staff was nice, breakfast staff was nice and available to you.
Iliana
Iliana, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
Near the beach
Marc
Marc, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
I liked that it was easy to park and easy to find my room. Also, Robert was great at helping us get checked in.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
We had a comfortable and restful stay. There were good breakfast choices. We loved that it was walking distance to the beach. We did not like that we had to pay for parking.
B
B, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
2 Jan 2025
The room smelled of wet, mildew and there was signs of mold in the bathroom.
Location and staff was amazing.
Enjoyed the complimentary breakfast.
Amaris
Amaris, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Feb 2025
Good except smelly AC.
The hotel was really good, although you have to pay for park. The only other bad thong was the AC smelled awful. It needs to be refurbished. The pool was heated and the jacuzzi was nic.e
Christy
Christy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Jan 2025
Clean and friendly, not great beds
Staff was great, especially Robert and the room was clean, water pressure was great, but the beds were not comfortable and very hard.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2024
Great place to stay.
Cecil
Cecil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2024
Staff was attentive and cleanliness over all.
I had a great experience
Gonzalo
Gonzalo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
Very good
Vladimir
Vladimir, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 July 2024
Good place to stay when you’re traveling with family.
Helen Grace
Helen Grace, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
10 min from legoland
Checked in late, customer service was awsome. Very friendly and very informative of the area. Room was big and very clean. Big fluffy pillows which was awsome, that helped us get some sleep. Hot breakfast buffet in the morning! We stayed at 4 different hotels this trip and this was the best by far. 20/10, would stay here again in a heartbeat. Gonna actually start looking for holiday inns wherever i go.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
Enjoyed our stay.
richard
richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
From beginning to the end excellent experience
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
I loved it and its very very close to the beach!!
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Nov 2024
It was just a 2 nite stay while our house was be termited. It fit the bill for us
J T
J T, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2024
For a quick last minute get away this was a goodhotel to stay at. Nothing fancy but good enough. It was easy to find off the freeway and a safe area.
Yolanda
Yolanda, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Aug 2024
Good place to stay. Close to Legoland park. Easy parking and affordable rate. I'll come back when visiting Carlsbad again.