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3180 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013
melobeam Los Angeles, California
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Los Angeles, California
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181 reviews 181 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
93 helpful votes 93 helpful votes
“Can't beat the location: steps from the beach!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013 via mobile

We stayed here for only one night and what a lovely find!

The skinny-

Parking: free but spaces are narrow
Decor: Arts & Crafts Mission style but only in the lobby and breakfast room. Hotel rooms are plain
Cleanliness: ok but the bathroom could have had more attention
Breakfast: free and tasty, plentiful choices
Towels: average
Sheets: scratchy
Bed: firm
Bonus: kitchenette with microwave!

Our stay was super quiet (2nd floor) and that was great. The check in and check out are super easy and the front desk very nice. The beach is steps away and the 2nd floor deck has amazing views of the water and sunsets. The breakfast room is warm and inviting and has lots of places to sit and read. The views are also great there.

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Santa Cruz, California
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46 hotel reviews
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140 helpful votes 140 helpful votes
“Beautiful location for sure.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 14, 2012

What a sweet location. Right next to the beach and some good food nearby at Dini's by the Sea.
Easy to find, very tight parking (forget about staying here if you tow a trailer or are in a motorhome.

The staff is awesome (no details, they're just awesome)

The WiFi sucks though. One minute the signal is strong and steady and the next it's dead; strange and frustrating.

SUPER quiet location. The breakfast room has a increadable view of the ocean. The food though... left a lot to be desired. I would have preferred having breakfast at 7-11 or the nearest gas station. Basic cereal offering was the highlight. I have to say the coffee was good. They had these freezer-to-microwave breakfast sandwiches (see image) that were not good at all.

Overall I loved this place (minus the breakfast food).

Room Tip: Pay an extra couple of bucks for a sweet. It's worth it!
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Stanford, California
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“Finally a hotel that gets it!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2012

We travel a lot (about 100 days a year) and this is the first hotel that had a "fresh" (sanitized) remote control, provided in a labeled bag. It is right across the street from the ocean, has a great complimentary breakfast, a huge pool, carport-like parking. Breakfast area has an amazing view of the beach. Delightful staff.

Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
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Steamboat Springs, Colorado
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“Great Location, wonderful staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

We arrived at 1:30AM after driving all the way from Colorado. The gentleman at the front desk not only checked us in but helped us find a spot to park our truck and pop-up camper. Then the next day the wonderful front desk helped answer all our questions since we had never been to Carlsbad. The location is wonderful, right across from the beach and the beachfront walking area. You are also in the heart of the delightful town of Carlsbad. The rooms were clean and had an extra room with a fridge and sink which was perfect for rinsing all the "treasures" our two young children found on the beach. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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North Palm Beach, Florida
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“Super location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 22, 2012

Just a super location for the area, across from the beach, walking distance to town. Rooms were clean with a little balcony. Parking was convenient underneath the building. Bathroom was a bit on the small side but no big deal. Free breakfast was good with some fruit and small sandwiches. The breakfast area was spectacular with a view of the beach. Staff was overall very nice and accommadating. Has a pool and a spa in center of building. Had a couple of glitches when I believe the maid tried coming in without knocking in the morning which freaked us out. Also had a problem checking out when their computer system stopped working. The front desk was on the phone with tech services repeatedly thanking them while we had to wait which was a bit frustrating.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Best Western Plus Beach View Hotel
Best Western Plus Beach View Hotel Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad
Carlsbad Best Western
Address: 3180 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Region: United States > California > Carlsbad
Amenities:
Beach Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#8 On the Beach Hotels in Carlsbad
#15 Family Hotels in Carlsbad
#19 Business Hotels in Carlsbad
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The BEST WESTERN PLUS Beach View Lodge is conveniently located at Carlsbad State Beach in the quaint seaside village of Carlsbad, only 5 minutes from Legoland, world class shopping at The Carlsbad Premium Outlets, and steps from miles of sandy beaches. A family owned and operated inn, Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge guests receive superior service, an exceptional location and unbeatable amenities for a friendly price. The guest experience is all-inclusive, with room rates that also offer complimentary breakfast, WiFi, newspapers, in-room coffee, safes, pillow top mattresses with high thread count bedding, complimentary local calls and free parking. Many rooms offer fireplaces or kitchenettes. Suites are available with separate living rooms and kitchens. ... more   less 
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