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Three-Star Hotels in Carlsbad

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The best three-star hotels in Carlsbad

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Combining comfort with value for money, three-star hotels offer a wide assortment of amenities to keep you content. You can expect to find en suite bathrooms, WiFi in public areas and a dining area with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall within this star rating and offer central locations close to popular landmarks.

Most booked three-star hotels in Carlsbad and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,218 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 829 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Carlsbad

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,018 reviews

Save money on three-star in Carlsbad and nearby – budget options available

Best Western Oceanside Inn

Oceanside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 536 reviews

This Oceanside, California hotel offers a daily hot breakfast and an outdoor pool surrounded by a tropical courtyard. The air-conditioned guest rooms include free WiFi.

From US$110.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews

Located on Highway 78 and less than 10 minutes from Carlsbad State Beach, Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside features an outdoor pool and whirlpool. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

From US$77.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviews

This Carlsbad, California motel is 2 miles from Legoland theme park and The Crossings at Carlsbad golf course. The Motel 6 features an outdoor pool and rooms with cable TVs.

From US$102.79 per night

Motel 6-Oceanside, CA

Oceanside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 952 reviews

Located in Oceanside, California, this motel is 7.1 miles from Legoland. Guests can watch expanded cable TV in the rooms and the motel features an outdoor pool.

From US$116.06 per night

The Hotel Oceanside

Oceanside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 890 reviews

Located off Interstate 5, this hotel is just a half-mile from Oceanside Museum of Art. It features a daily hot breakfast, a small business center and free Wi-Fi.

From US$111.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 691 reviews

Located off of the I-5, Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside is centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego. Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton is 7 minutes' drive from Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside.

From US$111.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews

Located less than 7 km from LEGOLAND, La Quinta Inn & Suites Carlsbad - Legoland Area offers a heated outdoor pool and an on-site fitness centre. Free WiFi is provided in all guest rooms.

From US$109.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 829 reviews

Conveniently located 7 minutes' drive from LEGOLAND California, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea features free daily breakfast and free WiFi.

From US$113.49 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these three-star hotels in Carlsbad and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

Across the street from Tamarack State beach and a short drive from LEGOLAND California theme park, this Carlsbad, California hotel serves a daily free continental breakfast.

From US$180.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews

This Carlsbad, Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North features an outdoor pool and has guest rooms with free WiFi. The property offers an on-site laundry facility.

From US$131.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,218 reviews

This Carlsbad hotel features an outdoor pool and spacious rooms with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. All rooms at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel offer a private balcony or patio with a garden or pool view.

From US$149.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews

Just across from LEGOLAND California and 1.6 km from Carlsbad Premium Outlets, Grand Pacific Palisades Resorts features a kids’ interactive pool, in addition to second full size swimming pool.

From US$266.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

Directly across from the beach, this Carlsbad resort boasts family and adult outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs, tennis courts and spacious condos with fireplaces.

From US$263.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Residence Inn San Diego Carlsbad features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and shared lounge in Carlsbad.

From US$324.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,018 reviews

Located 3 minutes’ drive from Carlsbad State Beach, Motel 6 Carlsbad Beach offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor swimming pool.

From US$77.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 506 reviews

Featuring ocean views and an outdoor pool, this hotel is 11 minutes’ walk from South Carlsbad State Beach. A hot breakfast buffet is served daily from 0630 to 0930hrs. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

From US$115.79 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Carlsbad and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

The Comfort Suites Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area hotel is conveniently located on Interstate 5, just one mile south of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and four blocks from Oceanside Beach and...

From US$118.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 913 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms is located just 10 minutes' walk from the Pacific Ocean and 3 km from Camp Pendleton Marine Base.

From US$119.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

Located 9 miles away from LEGOLAND, this Oceanside, California hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub, an on-site restaurant and modern guest rooms with free Wi-Fi.

From US$154.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews

Situated in Carlsbad, 30 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

This California hotel is 13 km from the Carlsbad State Beach and 9 km from Legoland California. It features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. All suites provide a kitchenette.

From US$152 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews

This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park. The completely non-smoking hotel offers a hot daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

From US$138.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Facing the beachfront, SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad offers 3-star accommodation in Carlsbad and features a fitness centre, terrace and restaurant.

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Rodeway Inn Carlsbad is set in Carlsbad, 2.3 km from Tamarack State Beach and 31 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve.

FAQ about three-star hotels in Carlsbad

3 star hotels that guests love in Carlsbad

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Avg. price/night: US$109.96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews
Location was close to Legoland.
Guest review by
Keith
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$77.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,018 reviews
Beach Location is what I paid for.
Guest review by
Tamara
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$180.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
The location is the real reason to stay here— right at the beach and right at the Carlsbad downtown.
Guest review by
Rodney
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$252
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
Nico location. Great parking garage. Close to beach and walking distance to “downtown” Large rooms and super pool.
Guest review by
Mimi
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$231.84
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
Location and outdoor areas
Guest review by
Carolyn
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
The location is great, right on the beach. The hotel is very clean and the staff were also very nice. I would come here again. Breakfast was very good. The only thing I was missing at breakfast was pickles or sliced cheese but it may be that it is unusual in America. (ps. I am from Germany)
Guest review by
Durmus Yasin
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$109.96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,566 reviews
We liked the location, it was clean, cozy, good breakfast
Guest review by
Feride
Family with young children