Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site, although it is limited. No reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary full breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 45 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific features such as elevators and accessible bathrooms may vary.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Vista, within a 15-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. It is approximately 8.3 miles from Carlsbad State Beach and 12.7 miles from Oceanside Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests. The pool is operational seasonally.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age. Specific age limits may apply.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers cribs, but availability may vary. It is recommended to request cribs in advance. There may be associated costs.

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad, Vista

Average nightly price at Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$129
February	$133
March	$159
April	$166
May	$181
June	$218
July	$251
August	$189
September	$166
October	$151
November	$138
December	$136

What guests think

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad draws strong praise for very clean, spacious modern rooms, genuinely friendly service, and a standout complimentary breakfast with made-to-order omelets, all in a quiet, safe location convenient by car to Legoland and area attractions.

Facilities like EV charging, a small pool and hot tub, fitness room, bar with happy hour, and outdoor patio areas add convenience. Common critiques include occasional noise from neighboring rooms, weak water pressure, limited walkability, and sporadic service issues or early check-in fees. Expect a comfortable, good-value stay if you have a car.

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Facilities

Amenities frequently praised include free parking, EV charging, a small pool and hot tub, a fitness room, a bar/lounge with happy hour, and outdoor patio areas; the property is pet friendly. Some guests noted parking can be tight at peak times and the pool is small.

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Maria

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean rooms. Excellent full breakfast. Nice bar area. Secluded pool and jacuzzi. Pool was a little small but still great. Free delicious keurig coffee in lobby. Close to shopping. A few minutes drive to beach.

10

Gin

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and well decorated hotel. Good breakfast with made to order omelette bar. Relatively large 2 queen bed room. Plenty of parking and EV charging too.

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Monica

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Free EV charge! Free breakfast! Free parking! Spacious rooms! Fantastic staff! Everyone says hello and good bye when leaving, even if they are off work and leaving too! Clean, modern and beautiful hotel. This was our second time here. We will be back.

10

Joseph

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay, clean hotel and easy parking. Area felt safe

10

Annette

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service and friendly staff. I was worried about arriving late but the evening manager was readily available and extremely helpful. The free breakfast buffet is top notch and although the swimming pool is tiny, there is a pool and a very relaxing hot tub. The fitness center was a little too crowded for me but the hotel is located in a perfect area for long beautiful, peaceful walks or jogs has it surrounded mostly by corporate buildings and lots of beautiful big trees. The dining options nearby are mostly fast food, but within a short drive are plenty of restaurants. The hotel itself is extremely well kept and the staff keeps it very clean. Plenty of parking. Hope to return! 😁

10

Kimberly

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I stayed at the Ayres Hotel Vista/Carlsbad last weekend and had a fantastic experience from start to finish. The room was spotless, and I truly appreciated the attention to cleanliness. One of the highlights was the amazing breakfast options—a perfect way to start the day! The free parking was also a huge plus, making the stay even more convenient. Overall, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I would absolutely recommend this hotel to everyone I know and will definitely be returning in the future!

10

Lorena

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great experience, nice location, I really enjoyed the bar and the options available. The breakfast offered was also great with omelette station. I would definitely stay again and recommend.

10

LINDA

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Need more parking spaces. Besides that, all was amazing!

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Junjue

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room. Decent breakfast. Free parking. Service is okay, not top notch. Location is a so-so, right next to a high-way.

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Dianne

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Small hotel but very cozy, cordial staff, clean facility, free ev charging station. The rooms are clean and spacious. The free breakfast is decent.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently highlight very clean, well kept rooms and public areas. A few guests reported lapses such as hair in tubs or on floors and occasional missed details.

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Deborah

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and quiet. Rooms and property pristine. I will book again.

8

Jerry

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice little hotel 10 to 15 minutes away from legoland. Hotel is very modern and the customer service is top notch. The room was very comfortable and very spacious. Only problem we had was there were a few small strands of hair, maybe five or less, that were left on the bathroom counter that housekeeping kind of missed, but it wasn’t disgusting or gross enough for us to make a big deal (the rest of the bathroom, along with the room was clean). Also, the room was a little bit loud, but that was because we were next to an exit door that was used a lot. But other than that, I decided to put 5 stars because the customer service was so great and the included breakfast was outstanding.

10

yvonne

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was immaculate. The front desk people were very friendly and helpful. The room was perfect. The bed was comfy.

10

Elizabeth

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were spotless and staff was extremely wonderful

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keith

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was my second time staying at this location. It is immaculate and comfortable. The staff were all friendly and helpful.

4

Francisco

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My bedroom it was not clean i found sand and hair in bed good thing that i always carry a blanked in my car and thats what i use to sleep on top of it

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Israel

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The shower tub was extremely dirty, with visible hair, dirt, and buildup, making it unusable. Despite hotel management sending a repair crew, the tub continued to clog, and we were unable to shower during our stay. When we reported the issue and requested a discount for the inconvenience, management said they would look into it. However, we were later informed that since the issue was considered “resolved,” no compensation would be offered, despite the fact that we were unable to use the shower throughout our stay. It cost nothing to give us a discount, and we would’ve returned due to their willingness to amend what is standard for any stay. Beware this place if you go— and if you do, I hope you have a working shower, free from filth.

10

Eileen

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

From the warm reception at the front desk to the bright, spacious, immaculate room, and the excellent breakfast, we highly recommend this hotel!

10

bryan

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, modern, and comfortable. The staff is all very friendly and accommodating. The included breakfast is also delicious!

10

Zebo

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay at the Iris Hotel. The room was clean, and the staff was friendly. Communication was smooth, and everything met our expectations. We would recommend this hotel and might choose to stay here again on our next trip to San Diego. The only issue was that the bathroom could have been cleaner, as we found some hair in the tub, when we arrived. Other than that, everything was great, and we loved it!

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, very spacious, and comfortable with good beds and useful fridges and microwaves. Some noted noise from upstairs or lobby areas, weaker water pressure, uncomfortable sofa beds, and TVs without streaming.

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RAMON

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sofa bed was garbage.

8

Rene

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that the property is tucked away. It felt safe. I did not like the water pressure in the sink or the fact that the fridge did not work.

10

Patricia

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel, not too fancy, but very clean and welcoming, rooms were good size, the beds were super comfy and it was really close to the golf course we were playing.

10

tony

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel....BUT need stronger shower spray!

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Samantha

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lots of shops nearby. The room was clean and large. Complimentary hot breakfast available daily. The only thing that could have made the stay even better would be if the tvs had streaming capabilities. Everything else was great.

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Ryan

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed for just one night. Hotel and lobby was very clean. Room was very spacious and nice. Kids had fun for bath time. Walls are thin in the hotel. Breakfast was packed at 7 am but was good.

10

Deborah

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are very large and clean. Staff is wonderful!

10

Amy

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved this property. Great location and accommodations. Well maintained. Spacious room. Comfy bed. Clean. Friendly staff. Water hydration station. Omelette station for breakfast. Fresh fruit. 0 dislikes except noisy (foot stomping) upstairs guests, not the hotels fault.

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Colleen

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They had no access to movie channels or a way for me to use the tv with my personal streaming services.

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Kyle

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I didnt try the breakfast but everything was clean and the rooms had plenty of space! Super modern and well maintained!

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, professional, and accommodating across front desk, housekeeping, and breakfast teams. Occasional issues include early check in fees, curt interactions, or dissatisfaction with room assignments and compensation.

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Domingo

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service and professional staff! Shout out to Sean, Asst GM!

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randy

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stay here regularly, staff is amazing (shout out to Alphonse, David & Joy) they have handled numerous special requests - even wine recommendations! They always make me feel welcome. Hotel is newer, sparkling and has every amenity I've ever needed.

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Ken and

Dec 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic friendly staff. Great service from the front desk to the breakfast staff to housekeepers. Clean, modern, comfortable room. Great breakfast, including custom-cooked omelets, make-your-own waffles, and fantastic, friendly and helpful staff. Lots of parking with plentiful handicap spaces and electric car recharging spaces.

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Margaret

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Mark at the counter in the morning has the worst customer service approach I’ve ever experienced. He has great difficulty talking to guests. He can’t handle a basic checkout.

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Matthew

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charged us an extra 30 dollars for an hour early check in, bar and food said open til 11, guy stopped serving food at 10 and closed everything by 1030, called for extra pillows was told to go downstairs and ask so we did and front desk guy was rude and rolled his eyes, breakfast was good and had great selection

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Danielle

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Alphonse provides the best guest service, and always with a smile!

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William

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great find. My first stay but not the last. Staff is outstanding

10

Fredrick Christina

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I spoke with Carl (I think that was his name), the general manager, before our trip as I was concerned about pet allergies. He was very helpful and made sure that we would be in a room that had never had animals stay in it. It was so amazing not to have to worry about that, and we had no issues with allergies during our stay. Alfonso and Isaiah were the night crew and they were both amazing! They asked how our day out was, gave us suggestions for food and told us what was nearby to meet our needs. They were both just very personable and helpful, we enjoyed all our interactions with them throughout our stay. Just wonderful customer service all around. Sean was who checked us out at the end of our stay, and he was great too. We were just very impressed with your staff, such a great bunch of people. We decided this would be our hotel for all our future visits to California. We look forward to our next stay with the entire family. Thank you, we are very satisfied with the great customer service you provided us.

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Ofelia

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very professional, attentive, & personal. I'm incredibly impressed at their level of service.

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David

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was wonderful. Andrew (from San Bernadino) was the best customer service front desk rep I’ve ever had. He made sure everything was perfect!

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Location

Quiet, safe setting with easy freeway access and a short drive to Legoland, beaches, shopping, and dining. Less walkable, so a car or rideshare is typically needed.

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Heather

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is great.Nice neighborhood.Nice hot breakfast.Free parking.Fair price range.Pet friendly Hotel.We saw lots of guests with dogs but didn’t smell or find pet hair.Slept with the windows open a bit.Lovely climate and quiet.

10

Maricela

Oct 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Near Legoland and target (less than 10min for both.) In a nice neighborhood and clean.

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James

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to the beach and Legoland.

10

Joseph

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay, clean hotel and easy parking. Area felt safe

8

Peter

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice, attractive and clean hotel. Generally good hotel, although it lacks walkability. But just a 5-10 minute drive to get to restaurants, stores, and 12 minutes to downtown Carlsbad. We loved the free parking. The free breakfast was nice, although we had read that the omelettes were world-beating, but in reality they were only average. The breakfast was crowded and seating space lacking, so it was a struggle to find a table. We did enjoy the pizzas, salad and drinks in the evening at the kitchen. Our room was nice, good amount of space and modern and clean. Unfortunately, there was a family in the room above us with kids who seemed to be jumping on the floor constantly! Overall, the Ayres Vista was good but not great.

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Detang

Dec 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property. Great breakfast. Great staff. Not really close to anything within walking distance.

10

Yang

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet hotel. Not much to do in the walking distance around it but it was convenient to go anywhere with a car.

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Junjue

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room. Decent breakfast. Free parking. Service is okay, not top notch. Location is a so-so, right next to a high-way.

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Kevin

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

This property is clean, modern, and with a nice staff! The parking availability is good and in a safe location of N County SD. I grew up in Carlsbad and very familiar with commuting...it's a great balance price, access to the coast, access to both main N-S freeways, and attractions. Thank you

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Cathy

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, helpful staff, rooms are roomy, beds are comfortable and the breakfast has something for even the pickiest eater. This is our go to hotel when we visit the area.

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Dining

The complimentary breakfast is a highlight, especially made to order omelets and waffles, with generally good variety and cheerful staff. At busy times seating and lines can build, and a few found quality uneven; the evening bar serves drinks and pizzas.

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Gin

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and well decorated hotel. Good breakfast with made to order omelette bar. Relatively large 2 queen bed room. Plenty of parking and EV charging too.

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Rogelio

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was very well done! Good food and the staff are amazing definitely staying here again for family trips

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Eileen

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

From the warm reception at the front desk to the bright, spacious, immaculate room, and the excellent breakfast, we highly recommend this hotel!

10

John

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice hotel great breakfast even had an omelette chef everything you want to eat was available very very good

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Lucy

Dec 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The breakfast quality was not good. But the service was great!

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Thomas

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Book rooms here for the family instead of driving back to Orange County after a wedding. Nice room with comfortable bedding, great breakfast, and an easy drive home the following morning. A plus is their checkout is 12 noon if you need it.

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Mijan

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good quiet stay. Breakfast is great. You can get custom omelet’s

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Lorena

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great experience, nice location, I really enjoyed the bar and the options available. The breakfast offered was also great with omelette station. I would definitely stay again and recommend.

10

Jason

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great hotel. So glad we picked it over some other places. The free breakfast in the morning was above and beyond every morning. The staff that make you omelets was so cool.

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Melissa

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was great except we never got to enjoy the omelettes as the line was always long and the chef appeared aggravated. We had to dine in the lobby every morning. Not enough space or staff for a holiday week I guess. Otherwise it was fantastic. Great room and the rest of the staff was amazing. Love the water and coffee station in the lobby.

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Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

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