Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Breakfast is not specifically mentioned, but there is a snack bar/deli available for guests.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed, but guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets. Fees may apply.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property has limited wheelchair-accessible facilities, including an elevator and step-free entrances.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Carlsbad (South Beach), approximately 0.5 miles from South Carlsbad State Beach and 2.6 miles from LEGOLAND® California.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor pool available for guests.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Motel 6-Carlsbad, CA Beach Hotel

Average nightly price at Motel 6-Carlsbad, CA Beach by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$62
February	US$73
March	US$88
April	US$88
May	US$98
June	US$88
July	US$123
August	US$94
September	US$90
October	US$70
November	US$70
December	US$62

What guests think

At Motel 6-Carlsbad, CA Beach, travelers praise the walkable location near the beach, shops, and dining, but many reviews report basic rooms with frequent maintenance problems—especially nonworking air conditioning—plus inconsistent cleanliness and a generally worn property.

Staff interactions are often friendly and helpful, though some guests encountered slow check-in, key-card issues, and limited response to problems. Common complaints include roaches, odors, stained linens, and uncomfortable mattresses; a number of guests also experienced noise at night. Amenities are minimal: the pool and laundry exist but can be hit-or-miss, parking is first come, and there is no elevator. Expect a budget stay prioritized for location over comfort.

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Facilities

Basic amenities include a pool, laundry, and overnight security; experiences vary, with reports of an unheated or cloudy pool, occasional maintenance lapses (ice machines), and limited first-come parking. There is no elevator and some cash-only check-in frustration.

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Stacey

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was surrounded by vagrants. The room choices was limited, no elevator on the property, and the room mattress was terrible and dirty and their room smelled. I canceled my stay and I went across the street to the holiday inn!

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RICHARD

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Exterior of the property looks kind of clean, inside the room it looked well worn, flat pillows, i guess clean beds, old falling apart curtains, covered up wall dings not painted over well. Floor looked ok, not filthy but not very clean either. Beds not very comfortable, pillows were kind of work and not comfortable. It is a Motel after all. You would think the bedding would be better though Good, the washer and dryer works and was a good to have, system they have for paying electronically works fine, i never had an issue with it. Hotel price was the reason I went. Swift check in and check out. I would still stay here if the price was right and because of the location in Carlsbad. Not bad for a quick stop. I stayed there 2 days but I wouldn't want to stay here for say a week because of the bed situation.

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Erica

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool was clean

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Jose Angel

26 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ok the pool, was not warm and AC is not working

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Ethan

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy and quick check in. Parking limited first come first serve type thing , no parking on the street. Didn’t use the pool but looked accessible and clean. Room was as good as a motel 6 room can get working tv which is a plus. No complimentary soaps ? And to get them from snack/store center $6!!! For a very very tiny bottle Other then very minimal things pleasant stay decent area would definitely stay here again.

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Christine

22 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great clerk when I checked in. 2 Ice machines, 1 Out of Service, the other barely working (took me 5 minutes to get a full bucket of ice). Room floor not swept fully.

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MARIA

25 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs updating, repairs and fumigation. I loved that a security guard was posted.

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Victoria

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I really liked how there was overnight security. The Motel is in a nice area but having that sense of security made it even more comfortable. The only thing I didnt like was that the dog areas weren't picked up . Dog owners should be held responsible for their dog feces. In the room , we needed more than 2 towels, especially when they dont dry over night due to the humidity there. Other than that it was great .

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Lydia

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This motel is nestled between some very nice motels. The pic of the office is not accurate at all. There were CASH ONLY paper signs throughout the tiny check in lobby, Very long lines in the office of customers waiting to get towels, and toilet paper. Our customers room key had to be redone several times during our stay. It seemed more like a residential motel. Many rooms had chairs outside the door and many people hanging out with their door open. I didn’t feel comfortable leaving any valuables in the room. I would not stay here again.

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Peke

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool had worms, sheets where dirty, there was a dead rat by the parking stalls. A guy knock at my door aroun 1:00 a.m. I didn't feel safe. I would not stay there, you get what you pay for.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent, with recurring reports of cockroaches, stained linens, dirty floors, odors, and patches of mold; some guests did find rooms reasonably clean. Housekeeping during stays is limited or missed unless requested.

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Epifanio

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room from the beginning was dirty and noticed from the a/c vent liquid was dripping and mold all our it on the ceiling. I went to the office to cancel. The person in the front desk told me he didn't have the power to do so, and to come back the next morning at 9am. Went back and there was some one else in the front desk, she told the previous person could've done the cancelation the night before, unfortunately since I had stayed forcefully I had to pay for the night. Still couldn't talk to a manager for the reasons that nobody knew what time that person came in.

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Tajuddin Manhar

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay at Motel 6 (Room 121) was extremely disappointing. The towels appeared dirty and not properly cleaned. Basic amenities were lacking - only a bar of soap provided with no shampoo, lotion, or body wash. Most concerning were the roaches I found in the room. The constant noise made it impossible to sleep, and the bed quality was poor. This location is definitely not suitable for families. Would give 0 stars if possible. Look elsewhere for your accommodation needs.

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Nicole

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room not ready til well after check in time. When got to room, there was residue/stains on the top of the bed and hairs around the sink.

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Marcella

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I get it. It’s just a motel, not a hotel, but does that mean it needs to be dirty? We found dirty socks underneath the bed hair in the bathroom on the walls and in the corners it’s almost like they didn’t clean it at all.

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Matthew

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cockroaches in the room

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Max

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The area was better than expected. Roaches in the room were a deal breaker. When they were on top of the microwave and i killed a few of them, it was comical. When i found one in the bed, i wasnt laughing anymore. Gross room, thin walls.

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Ismael

24 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outside, the property looks nice. However, when you get inside, it smells a slight scent of urine by the bedside near AC. Under the blanket, you'll feel itchy. Removing the top blanket, we saw some long hair strands. On our day of check out, while packing up our clothes, a cockroach crawled inside my backpack! It took awhile to find it. Had to spray disinfectant in my backpack and when it crawled out, I was able to kill it. Unfortunately, I have to leave my luggage at the back of my trunk when I return home. It's been a week now, and it's still in my trunk. Worried that there might be more cockroaches crawled in my luggage. I want to be sure it never gets inside my house. I'm glad we only stayed one night there. The vicinity of the property was very nice. Near the beach and restaurants. Polite and friendly staff too! So, word of caution, make sure you bring disinfectant and spray the room when you move in.

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Makayla

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs to be cleaned better, there were stains on sheets, cockroaches, and dirt/hair/food spots not cleaned up from previous stay

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Joshua

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I have been staying at this hotel for 20 years. In the last few years it has declined seriously. This past stay (July 2024) was unacceptable. The room smelled bad--like smoke or something. The floors were not swept; there were visible hairs on the floor around the room. The toilet clogged at one point during my stay. Staff offered me a plunger, which I declined as it is not my job to fix the toilet during a hotel stay. Finally, there were cockroaches on the floor every day of my stay. This seems like a Health Department violation.

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Hailey

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The area was nice. Bunch of roaches in the room though…

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Rooms

Rooms are bare-bones and often small, with many reports of unreliable or nonworking AC, hard or sagging mattresses, noise, and weak Wi‑Fi; fridges and microwaves are not standard. A few guests found their rooms quiet enough for short stays.

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Alejandra

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is conveniently close to legoland and the beach. You get what you pay for... all night door slammings, banging, and yelling of other guest a few doors down sounded like it was in our room.

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anthony

12 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

AC didn't work. Mattress was busted and pillows were a solid lump and not usable.

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Cassandra

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Disappointing Stay I stayed at this hotel recently, and unfortunately, my experience was far from positive. The room was extremely small, with hardly any closet space. The beds were very hard and lumpy, making it difficult to get a comfortable night’s sleep. Additionally, there was a faint odor in the room that I had to keep spraying Lysol to manage. With four people in the room, we had very little space to move around. It felt cramped, and we were basically on top of each other the entire time. To make matters worse, shortly after checking in, we discovered three bugs in the room. Two were likely water bugs, but one was a larger bug that was in the sink. We turned on the hot water, and it eventually went down the drain. I went to the front desk to ask if they had a known bug issue, and all I got was a "What room are you in?"—no apology, no offer for a new room, an upgrade, nothing. I was really disappointed with the lack of customer service and cleanliness. Despite the neighborhood seeming nice, I would never return to this hotel.

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Maribel

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Although I specified a non smoking room it smelled like smoke. It also smelled musky as soon as we entered. The worst part is the AC didn’t work all night so we packed up and left at 4am! When I mentioned to the front desk she explained how the chiller kept going out.

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kevin

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

They have No AC!

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Herbert

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The AC was down go the entire building. 85+ degrees in the room. Girl at the front desk said sorry. The next morning another girl said sorry she couldn’t do anything. I’ll be disputing it. Didn’t even sleep in the room.

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Nima

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Took way too long to check in. Gave me a room without fridge when I reserved one with one. Took two hours for them to bring in a fridge, leaving cold food I had brought to warm. Each night the AC, without any input from me, turned into heat and made the room into a sauna. The shower floor was filthy/damaged. The room floors were not clean. The bed was uneven with its springs. Overall a poor experience. Let management know about the AC/heat after the first night: they played dumb and dismissed it. When it happened the second night, I cancelled the final night and went elsewhere.

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James

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay at Motel 6 Carlsbad Beach was generally fine, especially for a budget-friendly option near the coast. The room was clean upon arrival, which we appreciated, and check-in was smooth and efficient. The location is definitely a plus—close to the beach and other attractions. However, there were a few comfort issues that made the experience less than ideal. One of the beds had an uneven mattress that made it difficult to get a good night’s sleep, and there weren’t enough pillows provided for the number of guests. The thermostat was very basic and made it hard to regulate the room temperature consistently, which impacted overall comfort. It was also disappointing that the TV wouldn’t allow use of the HDMI port, which limited entertainment options during downtime. Despite these drawbacks, it’s a decent place for a short stay if you’re mainly planning to be out and about. A few simple improvements could go a long way in making this a much more comfortable and convenient option.

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Javier

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Floor was dirty, bed was uneven, WiFi sucked ass, and AC was poor.

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Loralie

26 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

AC did not work for multiple days. Front office lied about it being fixed. Worst hotel we have ever stayed at. The “queen size” beds are double beds, which are two sizes smaller. Spend more and take your business somewhere else.

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Service

Many guests highlight friendly, accommodating front-desk staff, but service is uneven: slow or crowded check-in, key-card system problems, missed housekeeping, and limited resolution or compensation for maintenance issues are recurring complaints.

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Sarah

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately my experience at this property wasn’t great. When checking in their key scanner did not work so they had to manually let me in the room and instructed me to just leave the door propped open if I needed to leave the room for a while. Obviously when leaving for a half hour I wasn’t going to leave the door propped open and risk having my belongings stolen from my room. When returning and asking to be let back into my room I was questioned on why I wouldn’t just leave it propped open. This just made me sort of uncomfortable. As a solo female traveler, I feel like it is a bare minimum ask to have a secure room. In addition, the shower had mold and the bed was easily one of the most uncomfortable, worn out beds I’ve ever experienced. I’d just recommend looking elsewhere if possible

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Gerardo

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Employees were nice but problem was I never had a Key for my room since their machine was broken. I had to wait for them to open for me every single day! And sometimes they were busy with other customers, I had to wait so it was not a good experience. I also wanted to stay an additional 2 days and was not offered any discount for the inconvenience or for booking multiple days already. I don’t know but not having a key to my room is reason for some sort of compensation don’t you think ? I don’t think I’ll be returning here to be honest, I wish they would have at least giving me a discount or something.

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Keoki

8 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

No housekeeping for 4 days straight after requesting it everyday

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Lisa

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The customer service is superb I was greeted by Gabby and immediately felt a great vibe, she was welcoming and very informative! Kiki always greets us with a big smile and always very hospitable! Corrine was quite helpful when we extended our stay and helped make the process smooth and easy! I highly recommend staying at this location for the staff alone they’re all amazing :)

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Anthony

21 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was fine. Low water pressure at the sink and no maid service after a few days or checking.

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Donna

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If it wasn’t for the girl who was rude upon check-in, we would have been more positive in our review. She could use some customer relations training.

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Morgan

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms always smell good, the beds are comfortable and the staff is amazing! Gabby, Kiki, Corrine, and Alin are the best! The hospitality here is unbeatable.

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Nima

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Took way too long to check in. Gave me a room without fridge when I reserved one with one. Took two hours for them to bring in a fridge, leaving cold food I had brought to warm. Each night the AC, without any input from me, turned into heat and made the room into a sauna. The shower floor was filthy/damaged. The room floors were not clean. The bed was uneven with its springs. Overall a poor experience. Let management know about the AC/heat after the first night: they played dumb and dismissed it. When it happened the second night, I cancelled the final night and went elsewhere.

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Morgan

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is what keeps me a returning guest. Everyone here is helpful, friendly and personable.

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Lydia

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This motel is nestled between some very nice motels. The pic of the office is not accurate at all. There were CASH ONLY paper signs throughout the tiny check in lobby, Very long lines in the office of customers waiting to get towels, and toilet paper. Our customers room key had to be redone several times during our stay. It seemed more like a residential motel. Many rooms had chairs outside the door and many people hanging out with their door open. I didn’t feel comfortable leaving any valuables in the room. I would not stay here again.

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Location

Convenient location near the beach, Legoland, outlets, groceries, and restaurants; several guests walked to nearby spots. Some felt uneasy due to loitering or police activity, while others described the area as safe and quiet.

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Alejandra

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is conveniently close to legoland and the beach. You get what you pay for... all night door slammings, banging, and yelling of other guest a few doors down sounded like it was in our room.

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Ted

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Even though the rooms are just average at best, you have many options for restaurants, grocery shopping, and close proximity to the beach. It’s quite safe around there, but you do hear some of the freeway traffic. Overall though, I’d recommend this place if you need a comfy bed and good options for food.

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Johnny

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great property very close to an outstanding beach, restaurants, and shopping.

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Aimee

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to beach, restaurants and shopping

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Donanne

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location

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Arturo

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I stay here a lot. Not an issue. Its cheap. Close to the Outlets restaurants and grocery stores.

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Maricela

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel location is walking distance to restaurants and groceries store. Safe area and close to heach. The room was clean. Staff was very friendly. Easy and fast check in and out.

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sharon

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location ,can walk to Carlsbad state beach, good dog walking trail near by

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Lydia

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This motel is nestled between some very nice motels. The pic of the office is not accurate at all. There were CASH ONLY paper signs throughout the tiny check in lobby, Very long lines in the office of customers waiting to get towels, and toilet paper. Our customers room key had to be redone several times during our stay. It seemed more like a residential motel. Many rooms had chairs outside the door and many people hanging out with their door open. I didn’t feel comfortable leaving any valuables in the room. I would not stay here again.

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Jasmine

24 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

That place had me me feeling unsafe and I have to sleep with one eye open I think you should make it more welcoming that means no more police good for one or two night but after that you gotta go

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Dining

Very limited on-site options: no breakfast, and lobby coffee is inconsistent or unavailable at times; vending is available but can be pricey. No in-room coffee makers are standard.

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Manuel

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Though the location is great, the hotel is run down and in need of remodeling. We killed a couple of roaches in the bathroom. The food vending machine is extremely expensive! An individual pizza for $10.99 is outrageous!! Needless to say we just went down the street to Ralph’s an purchased food.

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Brent

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Thanks Motel 6 Beach for a great stay! What more could somebody want? Chick fil A & In & Out Burgers up the street, Benihana next door and one of the best Ralph’s grocery store just down the street. Did I mention how close the beach is! This place has food galore with a microwave and a plethora of drinks in the ice room. Brand new washers & dryers that are large tub front loaders. The staff is the best! Especially the gentleman that just got the new SUV! He deserves a raise!

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Omar

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very bad experience, no soap or shampoo at room, no ice available, no coffee in the am. Loud guest at night

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Rose

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

When asking for shampoo were out out of coffee . The person behind the desk didn’t even acknowledge me when I went in for coffee he was to busy in his phone he did look up and say no coffee ran out of filters. The tub was worn out on bottom. I’ve stayed here before and never had a complaint. Plus the price on the web site was different when booking

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Brian

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The most rundown Motel 6 I’ve ever seen. Bugs in the room when I turn the lights on at night. Staff said I had to pay early check-in fee of $20 when I was 40 minutes before check in time.Not even a mini fridge or microwave available. The sign says no coffee in the office on empty coffee dispenser.

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Ethan

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy and quick check in. Parking limited first come first serve type thing , no parking on the street. Didn’t use the pool but looked accessible and clean. Room was as good as a motel 6 room can get working tv which is a plus. No complimentary soaps ? And to get them from snack/store center $6!!! For a very very tiny bottle Other then very minimal things pleasant stay decent area would definitely stay here again.

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Stephen

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

bad coffee and no ac other than that it was good close to the ocean

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Olena

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

nice clean hotel but the rooms don't have microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer and towels need to be replaced. Great location, 15 min walk to the ocean.

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Jared

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

They do no room service so our trash wasn’t taken out for the 3 days we were there. We had to ask the maids for soap as none was in our room. The website said they had breakfast but they only have coffee and tea. It wasn’t horrible the worst ever but I wouldn’t say it was great.

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Brent

6 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was great, and it all started with the truly amazing staff. They were all super friendly and helpful. We got a really spacious two bed room right next to the pool, just like we asked. The pool was huge and warm and my 7 year old and I loved it. Only negative, we had to pay extra for a fridge and microwave - uncool.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $64	2 $60	3 $60	4 $60	5 $29	6 $79	7 $88
8 $60	9 $60	10 $60	11 $60	12 $60	13 $89	14 $98
15 $60	16 $60	17 $60	18 $60	19 $60	20 $89	21 $98
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29 $60	30 $56

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		1 $62	2 $61	3 $62	4 $87	5 $94
6 $61	7 $61	8 $63	9 $61	10 $61	11 $85	12 $92
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20 $61	21 $62	22 $61	23 $62	24 $63	25 $85	26 $92
27 $63	28 $61	29 $62	30 $131	31 $129

Motel 6-Carlsbad, CA Beach

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