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Location.
This Carlsbad hotel is across from the beach, 0.4 mile from the Carlsbad Flower Fields, and within 1 mile of LEGOLAND California and the Sealife Aquarium. San Diego Wild Animal Park is 19 miles away.
Hotel Features.
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach features a heated outdoor pool, a spa tub, and an ocean-view café with alfresco dining. Room service is available during limited hours. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, the Carlsbad Beach Bistro serves breakfast daily and is open for lunch and dinner, and also has a full bar. There is complimentary coffee in the lobby. A complimentary shuttle service is provided within a five-mile radius. The fitness room, business center, and Pavilion Pantry convenience mart are open 24 hours a day. A lounge, gift shop/newsstand, and guest-laundry facilities are also on site. The hotel is smoke-free.
Guestrooms.
Air-conditioned guestrooms include 32-inch flat-panel TVs with HBO, pay movies, and high-definition programming. Wireless and wired high-speed Internet access are complimentary. Microwaves, compact refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Desks come with ergonomic Herman Miller Mirra® chairs. Remote printing to the business center is complimentary. Clock radios have MP3 docking stations. Bathrooms feature granite-topped vanities and curved shower rods.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
**These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.
Carlsbad Beach Bistro - This restaurant has ocean views, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and has a bar.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
In Carlsbad, everything’s coming up buttercups. These flowers cover 50 acres at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. Nearby, the Museum of Making Music highlights American composition and instruments. Directly north, Oceanside is midpoint between Los Angeles and San Diego. This beach town is known for its 1,954-foot pier, the longest wooden pier in the West Coast. Legoland theme park is nearby.
see all hotels in Carlsbad"small sign, easy to miss"
Our "partial ocean view" was pretty much "non-existent ocean view." TV didn't work well and room was not cleaned when we returned from a day out. All else seemed fine.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great buffet breakfast"
Convenient locationGenuine Hotels.com guest review
It was our anniversary! The staff was really informative, friendly and helpful. I'll book again! ThanksGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Staff went out of the way to improve our stay"
The hotel staff moved us from the 2nd floor to the 3rd floor so that the noise from the highway was minimal and we had a better view.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Thought it would be betterGenuine Hotels.com guest review
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"Great location!"
Fresh cookies and cider every evening, lovely touch! Very friendly and helpful staff, love the comforter (cover changed with each guest, no more yucky bedspreads or blankets); great location on the beach and close to Carlsbad Village, a charming little town with shops and restaurants. Refrigerator, Microwave, Coffeemaker and a desktop suitable for a […] 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great choice for Legoland visit"
We were able to check in early and gather our strength before heading to Legoland - and they offered us a free shuttle there which saved parking fees and was totally convenient. Plus the ocean is right across the street and the room was comfortable and large enough for our family of four.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
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"great hotel"
They made us feel special. The view was great, and they helped us in any way that they could. They gave us directions to anywhere that we wanted to go. They took us in a shuttle to places that where close. It was our anniversary and they had a gift waiting on us when we got there. The room had air conditioning and a bath tub which the first hotel did […] not. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
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"Great hotel by the beach"
Nice clean quiet beach but the bed needs some work. They have a dial that adjust the firmness of the bed but I couldn't get it to work. It felt hard as a rock no matter how I turned it. Other than that great hotel.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice view of the ocean"
It was a little noisy and everytime the air turned on it woke me up.Genuine Expedia guest review
"good for young families"
The air conditioner was very noisy and was not constant so we had a disturbed sleep. The shower activation pin would not move so they had to lubricate and clean off the calcium. The beach was across the road and no direct access other than climbing down or driving to a lower beach access. The pool was very nice and internally located making it safe […] for children and great privacy. Good access to outlets and freeway Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great for an weekend in Carlsbad"
The staff there were extremely helpful in recommending a place to eat and suggesting an appetizer. They then made a reservation for us and provided a free shuttle to the restaurant. The hotel is right across from the ocean and we had a partial view that was great.Genuine Expedia guest review
"GREAT FOR FAMILY"
YOUR ATTENTION TO THE KIDS WAS IMPRESSIVE. OUTDOOR MOVIES, GAMES, AND THE COOKOUT WAS GREAT. EVEN THOUGH WE DIDN'T HAVE ANY KIDS, PARENTS WITH LITTLE ONES WOULD LOVE THIS PLACE....WELL DONE!Genuine Expedia guest review
"very close to ocean"
Very pleasant staff. Clean and newer hotel. Lots of children since this is a big Legoland area. Ocean accross the street, but the beach isn't the best and you have to walk down the road about 1500 ft to access, because this area of beach is down a very steep dirt cliff. About a 1.5 mile jog down to the 'village of Carlsbad. McDonalds, etc. are within […] walking distance. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
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"Over priced"
The rooms were clean and ok, but it is way over priced for what it is. The beach is across a busy street and down a cliff with no steps close by.Genuine Expedia guest review
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"Great front desk"
Treated like they are happy to have you as a guest by all the staffGenuine Expedia guest review
So wonderful staff is kind and friendly. They are extreamly helpful. I didn't think of bringing a bag to hold the towels for the LegoLand watermark and they offered one and provided the towels. I was so grateful. Best experience.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Beautiful location"
The hotel sits in a great location. Not far from the town center and lots of restaurants. The bed is a bit soft and the price is a little over what it shoudl be. I think they are charging for the easy access to the beach. This beach area is a litttle difficult to get down to, the walk is probably at least a half mile even though the hotel sits directly […] across from the ocean. There are cliffs at this point and access is limited. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"great for the whole family"
Staff had good customer service and kid friendly. Since I arrived before check in time, they still accommodated me. They played kid movies on a projector for the entire hotel on the weekend. Everything was just as described online. I would definitely stay again.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Nice Hotel"
The hotel was nice overall. It would have been nice to have had breakfast included in the cost of the stay.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great hotel for families"
First impressions do count. Upon arrival the first person is the one who sets the tone. Unfortunately the front desk clerk Mariah was not accommodating or pleasant. We did get there early and I explained I did have children in the car. I understand if the rooms are not ready, she could not accomodate us. However, when I asked for suggestions as to where […] we could wait she had none. I returned after 3 and the rooms still weren't ready. She suggested we park the car in the back near the double doors and we could wait by the pool or in the complex. However, she failed to mention or suggest that I needed a card key to get in. Back to the front I went to tell her the doors were locked and at that time of day, no one came in or out of the double doors to let us in. The other front desk clerks were friendly and accommodating so I know she was not the norm. I rated your hotel an "OK" for quality of staff and their service for that reason. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Wonderful stay"
Our stay at the HIlton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach was excellent. It totally exceeding our expectations. The staff was beyond wonderful. Will come again.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"We wanted to stay longer!"
The hotel was clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. They have a Wed, Thu, and Fri kids movie showing that we missed because we checked in on Saturday. We'd like to go back next year to enjoy the hotel's offerings like this, and the proximity to the beach. Not to mention LegoLand!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great Family Hotel"
right across from the beach and close to shopping and restaurants.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Hilton's quality?"
Although I conformed the king sized bed room, they provides us twin room (there were no king sized bed room). To be worse, they gave us wrong keys and we could not open the room. We had to wait for a long time to replace right keys. Room is not clean and we can hear neighbors' voice and TV sounds in the room. We were very disappointed.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Across the street from the beach"
The beds were a bit stiff! We found a softness switch on the side of the mattress before the second night, making our sleep much more comfortable. If it weren't for the pool being open until 11pm with VERY noisy kids, the room would've been quiet….I couldn't even hear the neighbor's door closing. I found it odd that housekeeping would only put 3 bath […] towels in a room where 4 people were staying. The staff was very good about brining up more towels though. We liked the hotel/staff overall and would stay again. Light sleepers should bring ear plugs for the pool noise, since no one seems to be considerate of others these days. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great Hotel, Limited Beach Access For Families"
Excellent Hotel with great ammenities with one MAJOR exception. There is not "beach access" as the pictures depict. If you would like to go to the beach, it is at least 1 mile possibly more either direction. An active couple without kids could scale down the rabbit trails, and it is very steep. If you have children (I have one 4 years old another 14 […] years old) this would be very dangerous, you would be asking for a fall if they were allowed to attempt the "stunt". I was just expecting to cross the street and find a stairway or at the minimum a slight grade to the beach. When I asked the front desk, they did offer to shuttle us down to the actual beach access, but now you are waiting on someone else when the kids are ready to go. In short; excellent hotel, pricey breakfast ($14.95 per adult, yes my 14 year old was considered an adult). Oh, another kudos was the heated pool, we went July 14th-July 17th with highs of only low 80's. The pool was great, and the kids loved it! The pool was 3.5 ft deep all the way across with a hot tub, the towel service was 4 to 5 towels at a time, get them as soon as you see them! Our was room 201, great view of ocean front, 301 probably had a better view just because height, I know they were happy with it because I could hear the children running through the ceiling. Only downfall, just be prepared when you see the hotel's idea of beach access. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"great and secure for the family and good parking l"
the hotel and the beach view does not match like it posted on your advertised on your web site and lake of the out door pool insufficient .how ever I appreciated the customer service approaches and passionate (information desk)Genuine Expedia guest review
Only draw back is that it states "across the street from the beach", which is true. However, the beach is down a rather precarious, and steep embankment. It is not easily accessed and would be very difficult to carry beach items such as chairs down to that beach. It is also very small and only useable part of the day (low tide) even if you did manage […] to get down there. There are some beaches both north and south about 1 mile, but the statement "across the street from the beach" is a little misleading. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Friendly Staff"
The ocean view is good, across the PC highway. Would probably save some money and stay either on the North Or South side.Genuine Expedia guest review
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"Highly recommended for anyone!"
The hotel staff was a perfect example that Customer Service DOES still exist! Great location and the shuttle was perfect to take you in to Carlsbad so you can walk around and enjoy the bars and restaurants and not worry about driving.Genuine Expedia guest review
"good experience"
Overall a good experience and a great location. Heated pool was amazing. Beds were so comfortable and clean. Perfect location to get to places such as Legoland and catching the freeway to go to other beaches. It's on the beach, but very far down a cliff. I originally thought it would be easy to walk down, but it wasn't a kid friendly beach areaGenuine Expedia guest review
"Excellent Hotel"
The hotel is very nice, with excellent amenities. I greatly enjoyed my stay here. I would definitely stay here again, and I would recommend the hotel highly.Genuine Expedia guest review
"If this is limited service what is full service?!"
Right on the Ocean but about a mile from Carsbad Town Center. Free shuttle bus there and elsewhere in area. For the life of me I can't figure out what Hilton Garden Inns in general don't offer that a "full service" Hilton does. This hotel had a restaurant AND room service. Only negative was that breakfast buffet was fifteen dollars. When my wife came […] back to this area she opted to stay at a Ramada because the price was lower and breakfast was free. I prefer Hilton over Ramada so I need to find out what Hilton's equivalent is. This was a really nice resort type hotel. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"weekend getaway for inland locals"
staff are generally young and enthusiastically friendly and helpful, top to bottom. Good restaurant choices all in close range, and the bistro right inside the lobby is amoung the best. The beach across the street is a challenging desent downl sandy dirt cliffs,with character of their own. never once saw the sun during the whole stay, but that's not […] unusual for may and june on the southern california coast. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
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"Great place to stay!"
Very nice hotel, great location. Nice pool area. Staff was courteous and friendly.Genuine Expedia guest review
"My experience"
Staff was very friendly. My overall stay was wonderful.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Navy Cross"
I had reserved the least expensive room figuring that I would only be in room to sleep and shower. Then found out before arriving that I would likely have media and military personnel visiting so I asked for an upgrade which your desk clerk was able to assist. My son received the Navy Cross so we were expecting extra visitors during our stay. Overall […] experience was wonderful. Thank you for accommadating me and my son's. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Hilton Carlsbad"
I asked for an ocean view for my anniversary 1st booked into a room that had a view of trash cans. Then had to change rooms and the bed sheets were soiled...Genuine Expedia guest review
"Exceptionally Well Run Hotel"
This hotel is very well run. The rooms are clean. Beds are firm. It is very kid friendly. Directly across the street from the beach. Close to good restaurants. Staff is friendly and knowledgable. Breakfast buffet is excellent and a good deal too. I would stay here again and recommend that anyone stay here. You'll be happy you did.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice but could be upkept more"
It was nice but I've been in nicer and more upkept Hiltons...nice that its next to the ocean. Hot tub and Heated pool was a plus as was the out door areas.Genuine Expedia guest review
nice hotel. beds a bit too hard. Free internet is great, and should be standard at all hotels. I would stay again!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
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