City Center Travel Guide
Carlsbad
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Popular places to visit
Flower Fields of Carlsbad
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Tamarack Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
LEGOLAND® California
Enjoy the excitement at LEGOLAND® California and see why this is a favourite theme park in Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
South Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Carlsbad Lagoon
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.
Top hotels in City Center
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
My tv the color was distorted in room 114 so I called the front desk to make sure they knew it wasn’t me that did it. He said he would send maintenance which never happened but besides that I always like staying there it’s a nicer area.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Pool Clean Quiet
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
The staff was amazing, and I loved the hotel, the location, and the room setup. I would have given this a 5-star rating, but the bathroom wall had toothpaste splattered on it.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
Easy to check in and out. Rooms were clean. We appreciate having access to a microwave as our trip included children and were lived the mini fridge as well
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Great location! Quiet and friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Staff was great, no issues. Nice clean room and bed, shower had weird tiny tub. Parking is 47$ a night, pretty ridiculous. Next time I’d just park on the road outside the property. Not bad at all for the price per night though, would recommend.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Center
Poinsettia
While Poinsettia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon.
Carlsbad Ranch
If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Ranch, LEGOLAND® California and GIA Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Bressi Ranch
While Bressi Ranch may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California.
Calavera Hills Village
While Calavera Hills Village isn't home to many top sights, Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation and LEGOLAND® California are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hedionda Point
When in Hedionda Point, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Aviara
If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
