Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Poinsettia Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • North Ponto Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Carlsbad

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Carlsbad, within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and South Ponto Beach. .This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from South Carlsbad State Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Poinsettia Park.

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 10 min walk
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 3 min drive
  • Poinsettia Park - 3 min drive
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 4 min drive
  • LEGOLAND® California - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 13 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Windmill Food Hall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tip Top Meats - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel

Carlsbad hotel in South Beach with free breakfast and a fitness center
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel 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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and 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 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 Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (USD 12.00 per night)
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking (subject to charges) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Corner/local shop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Corner/local shop
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (1280 square feet)
  • A meeting room

Accessibility

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

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in reception
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Premium channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers (weekdays)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • 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

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night
  • 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 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, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From beginning to the end excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The night staff was polite, the facility was clean quiet and safe. There are no USB charging i the rooms or lobby and the shower door handle was missing a screw so it was hanging off. The morning desk clerk was not very friendly but the breakfast cook was exceptional. Overall this would not be a place to stay if you are on a business trip. The wifi was horrible..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel, Avondale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was nice. Nothing fancy. No smart tv which made watching tv at night challenging. There was no shelf in the shower to put your personal toiletries and no towel rack to hang hand towels. But it was clean. They provided cleaning services daily. Breakfast in the morning was great. Daily variety so you weren’t eating the same thing every morning. Very close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

fretzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No free parking
Very clean place, great breakfast, room technology is outdated and could use an upgrade, desk employees always seemed distracted. Parking is not free.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everyone we encountered was friendly and helpful. Had an important meeting and asked for a room with ethernet connection. Room didn't have one and the wifi crashed during the meeting, causing problems for me. The bed was extremely hard and the towels were thin and scratchy. The rooms need a refresh. Was conveniently located near the freeway and one of our destinations: Legoland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

YI PING

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For a quick last minute get away this was a goodhotel to stay at. Nothing fancy but good enough. It was easy to find off the freeway and a safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

CARLOS ANDRES

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice bed comfortable This is the fourth holiday inn I have stayed in this week they all need to get better towels they are very thin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing that i liked was the staff at the property! The TV was messed up and the screen was fizzy and poor reception, it smelled bad in the room and i had to pay for parking yet i couldn't even park in the parking lot for the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

marjorie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tarek

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast menu to be reviewed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

zanmei

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were given a room that had not been cleaned upon check in. Then was given another room with a really bad order that was intolerable. Although the staff brought in air fresheners it was still unable. The odor was from the air conditioning unit in the room. We couldn’t switch to another room until day two due to availability. The 3rd room was okay but the air conditioning unit still reeks bad order and the power button was also broken. There was no manager on duty, we asked to have a cart to be brought in the room which they never did bring one. When we asked they said there is no more available cart. After insisting them to go back to the old room we stayed to bring it, just then they brought it up. The whole experience was not comfortable. I Would not recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Our room did not allow the curtains to fully close and there was a light on the window so hard to go to sleep. The air conditioner was unplugged so we had to get the maintenance man to come up. We did not know that there was a switch under the plug to turn it on, how would we have. Dark colors not attractive furnishings - old. Never again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Arturo

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudia, Whittier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel, have stayed here several times. Close to grocery stores & good restaurants and just a short drive to beach. Friendly staff and clean facility. Good breakfasts. Only suggestion is to deep clean, replace or remove carpets. Musty/dirty smell when you first enter room. Everything else is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

edward

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

CARLOS ANDRES

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Close to Legoland park. Easy parking and affordable rate. I'll come back when visiting Carlsbad again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024