HOLIDAY INN CARLSBAD/SAN DIEGO BY IHG, Carlsbad

Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego By Ihg - A resort-style hotel with oversized rooms, coastal dining, and proximity to LEGOLAND and beaches

Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego By Ihg, a 3-star IHG hotel with an 8.7/10 Booking.com rating, features oversized rooms equipped with 40-inch flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffee makers, and ergonomic workstations. The on-site Stratus Restaurant and Bar serves coastal-inspired dishes, including fresh seafood, paired with California wines and local microbrews. Guests can relax at the outdoor heated pool or explore nearby attractions like LEGOLAND California Resort and Carlsbad State Beach, both within 5 miles. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center, and accessible meeting spaces for events. Families benefit from the 'Kids Stay and Eat Free' program, with children 18 and under staying free and up to two kids 11 and under dining free per adult. Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego By Ihg is a 20-minute drive from Coaster Carlsbad Village and 3 miles from McClellan-Palomar Airport.

Pros

Oversized rooms include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and ergonomic workstations.

Stratus Restaurant and Bar offers locally sourced coastal cuisine and craft beverages.

Complimentary amenities include Wi-Fi, parking, and access to a heated outdoor pool.

Proximity to LEGOLAND California Resort and Carlsbad State Beach (within 5 miles).

'Kids Stay and Eat Free' program for families.

Cons

No airport shuttle service to San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

Limited dining options within walking distance; most restaurants are 0.3 miles away.