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Scandia Motel

2.5 star property

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

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2550 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Lagoon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(96 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Carlsbad

A stay at Scandia Motel places you in the heart of Carlsbad, within a 5-minute walk of Magee Park and Carlsbad State Beach. .This motel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from New Village Arts Theatre.
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What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New Village Arts Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 9 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baba Coffee - Coffee Carlsbad - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wildland And Lilo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pure Project Brewing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪GONZO! Ramen - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Scandia Motel

Motel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Carlsbad State Beach
Scandia Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Take advantage of the motel's room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and ATM/banking services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Scandia Motel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 425 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute old school motel in an excellent location right by the beach and many restaurants and even grocery stores. Can't beat it for the price and charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Carlsbad Village

I had my doubts when I saw the motel due to its age but everything worked in the room as expected and the room and bed was comfortable. It’s just a couple of blocks from the village area so you can walk everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Arlen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will get the job done for 1 night stay. Will honestly just fork up extra money for somewhere else next time. Unfortunately room reeked of cigarettes and was incredibly small as well. Again got the job done since it’s very close to the village but would recommend elsewhere. Also they will not hold your bags for you if you wished to walk around before your flight, huge FYI
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Levi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Motel Scandia, Carlsbad, CA

This is a small family owned motel. The rep was very friendly. There really are no amenities to speak of. The room was small but clean enough. The bed spread had a burn hole in it even tho it’s a non smoking facility. The queen size bed was ok but not great. The best part of this motel is its location. Walking distance to the beach and to old downtown Carlsbad. The downtown is very vibrant and entertaining. If you can walk a half mile on sidewalks you’re in it! The place is not bad for 100 bucks a night! I just had to remind myself this is a motel not a Marriott or a Hilton!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dimitrios

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach but not worth the dirtiness!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney Nunez

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is PERFECT for the beach or just going out in down town Carlsbad! However the room was pretty dirty. Thank god my sister brought her own sheets because there was bodily fluids in the comforter and holes from what looked like cigarettes. We didnt spend much time in the room so it was perfect for a place to rest your head but come prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sirirat

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at front desk did not give full attention when I I was checking in beside he was on the phone just gave room number, key and TV control, no directions to find the room. Location is close to train track. Some cargo train ran through at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most disgusting room ever! The bed sheets were covered with what looked like flakes of skin or crumbs. Pillows had yellow stains on them that they tried to cover with pillow case. Mattress had stains as did bed cover. Checked out within 20 minutes of arrival and will be asking for a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Khalid

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with family
Great staff and service. Location is great and room has everything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Friendly staff and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

kong

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service was quick and easy. Room and bathroom could use an upgrade. It was the money's worth so dont expect alot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ALTHEA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Precious Commodity Priced Just Right

The hotel staff was extremely accommodating, very friendly and made me feel welcomed. They are within walking distance from literally anything you could possibly want food and drink wise, including the beach. Very nice atmosphere, convenient dog and smoke park on the property. Not once did I catch second hand smoke from anyone, nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keri

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Walter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People that owned and operated the property were nice. It’s very outdated and needs maintenance. You pay for convenience to the beach. Not bad, not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shantel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CarriLin, Garden grove

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little inexpensive place to stay. Updated rooms are like new little studio apartment on the inside. Park right in front of your room, walk to Carlsbad Village, restaurants, shopping and Starbucks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was the only good thing about this place. The walls were so dirty inside of the room and in the bathroom that I didn’t want to touch anything. The train station is behind the motel so prepare to be woken by train horns all night. I asked for a refund and they offered to move me to another room. I would never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025