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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 star property

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Property amenity
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Transfer Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Sunset View)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Carlsbad

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Carlsbad, a 4-minute drive from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 7 minutes from LEGOLAND® California. .This hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Carlsbad State Beach and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Oceanside Beach.

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Poinsettia Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Batiquitos Lagoon - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • South Ponto Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • North Ponto Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Benihana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Carlsbad? This hotel has 1280 square feet (119 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 13 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,280 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 13.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 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
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1008 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic! The shower leaked a bit in our room but was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roco

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I've been here before. Friendly staff, help is there if you need it, clean room, near the beach, no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Savanah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Filiberto

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always love the Holiday Inn Express. Clean, good breakfast and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location the staff the breakfast the room cleanliness since we traveled so far they allowed us to early check in than you so much for your hospitality we had a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room awesome breakfast only suck part about it you got to pay for parking to stay overnight
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was set up for someone in a wheelchair but the room was okay. The staff is friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Karina

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Sukhvinder

During booking it was not mentioned that parking is not included. Hotel charged $13.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities
I stayed in a king bed suite. The “kitchen” is a small corner with a sink and microwave. The sink was very small and there was barely any counter space since the coffee maker took most the space. The pictures online are very deceiving with the room. The staff at the front desk were very accommodating but I will say that the breakfast staff is very rude. I have never experienced this at this chain of hotels. The pancake machine was not working and when we told the staff about it they basically said there’s no more. Then proceeded to just talk in the back room. I was also told that there was no more sugar packets. This is very unlike holiday inn express. I honestly won’t stay at this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This places is reliable, budget‑friendly, with a solid breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cesar

You have to fix your elevator. But the rest was nice. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Santa Rosa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable setting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Don

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was short, cavalier and not helpful at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025