LOVE the Surf!!! I have stayed here 4 times and I have NEVER had a problem. The rooms yes are not up to date, but you cant complain when it comes to the location and the staff. The location is perfect for the beach and for shopping and food. They give you beach towels, umbrellas, toys for the kids, boogie... More

Down here by the beach it's tough to get a nice motel that is not overpriced. The Surf Motel was actually a really good deal for the price and quality of the rooms. After the motel we stayed at the night before, i was pretty relieved that this one was at least clean and had an even better location. Luckily,... More

Stayed here while going to Legoland with the family. The place was adequate for our needs. Within walking distance there are multiple restaurants, bars, and convenience stores. If you want perfect go across the street and pay $200 a night. The restaurant next door which has been in Carlsbad for years I thought was laughable. Anyway one or two nights... More

There was so much built up grime on the bathroom floor, I wouldn't even shower before I left. Very thankful it was just a place to crash after a Wedding Reception. Take a look at the attached photo. This is a sign next to the miniscule pool. I have to wonder what prompted such a dire warning. Perhaps they don't... More

Such a great location, and super nice folks. Simple place, but very comfortable. If you are near the beach, why are you staying in your room? I highly recommend staying at the surf motel. You will not reget staying at this motel. So very close to so much. In my opinion, it is great to be there any time of... More

I was here for a seminar and only needed a place to sleep for a few hours at night, so I did not need anything expensive and wished to be able to go for a walk before going back to the seminars. I checked Trip Advisor and this motel was recommended. What a nice surprise this little motel is. As... More

and my family and I had a wonderful stay. The motel is old, and a bit muskyso if your goal is to stay in your room perhaps this isn't the place for you. The shower and water was great, with a soaking tub and endless hot water that can burn so be advised! they offer chairs, beach towels and toys... More

SURF is an older 50's type motel. It is not luxurious by any means...BUT.. it is clean, well kept up,comfortable and has all the amenities necessary for a great stay. It is actually in the part of Carlsbad known as Carlsbad by the Sea which is the walking part. Lots of cool shopping, restaurants within walking distance AND the ocean... More

Motel just didn't live up to the reviews. My room smelled old and musty, and there was a problem with the toilet that caused it to make a sound similar to, but not quite as loud as, air brakes releasing pressure on a semi. This would happen regularly about every 90 seconds, just load enough and often enough to guarantee... More