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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 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
(69 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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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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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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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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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 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, Accessible (Communications)

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

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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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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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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 this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of South Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym are available.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 7 minutes from LEGOLAND® California
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1430 square feet (133 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 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

  • 24-hour 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

  • 1,430 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
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 13.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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)
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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 & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Vianney L

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the wheelchair accessible room with m the second floor. Shower curtain gets pushed in by wind making the curtain stick to you while your showering. Ice is on the first floor only, host made an error and accidentally signed me up for rewards when I didn’t ask to be signed up. Claims that is how I would get the complimentary late check out. If he had explained it required signing up, I would t have done so. Comped the $13 a night parking fee. Aside from, clean. Breakfast was good, nice setting and environment. Pool area looked clean as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Denis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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