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Hotels for 18 year olds in Carlsbad

A curated list of hotels that can be booked even if you haven't turned 21

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! If you're 18, 19, or 20, you may run into some issues when it comes to finding hotels, as most require you to be at least 21 years old. But don't worry, I've got your back! I've put together a list of hotels and resorts in Carlsbad that welcome guests who are 18 years and older. This way, you can save time and avoid any hassle. I hope you find it useful!

  • 1 Pelican Cove Inn Carlsbad, United States

    Pelican Cove Inn

    **** Hotel. Situated in Carlsbad, 500 metres from Tamarack State Beach, Pelican Cove Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $121.

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  • 2 Beach Terrace Carlsbad, United States

    Beach Terrace

    *** Hotel. Placed directly on the beach in Carlsbad, California, within walking distance of dining and shopping, this hotel offers contemporary guestrooms with free wireless internet access and a free continental breakfast. Beach Terrace features an outdoor pool and a hot tub overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Guests can lounge on a chair near the pool or spend the day surfing at the beach. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $249.

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  • 3 Tamarack Beach Hotel Carlsbad, United States

    Tamarack Beach Hotel

    *** Hotel. Offering a hot tub and a fitness centre, Tamarack Beach Hotel is set in Carlsbad in the California Region. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the games room. Each air-conditioned room at this hotel comes with a flat-screen TV. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $170.

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  • 4 West Inn & Suites Carlsbad, United States

    West Inn & Suites

    *** Hotel. This Carlsbad, California hotel is 2 miles from Legoland and offers a free shuttle to area attractions. This hotel features a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi in every room. Rooms at the West Inn and Suites are equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $92.

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  • 5 Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG Hotel Carlsbad, United States

    Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG Hotel

    *** Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool, Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego is located in Carlsbad. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, a seating area and satellite channels. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $149.

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  • 6 Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad, United States

    Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge

    *** Hotel. Across the street from Tamarack State beach and a short drive from LEGOLAND California theme park, this Carlsbad, California hotel serves a daily free continental breakfast. Guests can relax in the outdoor pool and hot tub. Every room at the Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge features an in-room coffee maker, a cable TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $152.

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  • 7 Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Carlsbad, United States

    Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

    *** Resort. This Carlsbad beach resort is located 19 minutes’ drive away from LEGOLAND California. It features an outdoor pool with a hot tub and a dry sauna. Guest rooms include free WiFi. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $164.

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  • 8 Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North Carlsbad, United States

    Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North

    ** Hotel. This Carlsbad, Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North features an outdoor pool and has guest rooms with free WiFi. The property offers an on-site laundry facility. Guest rooms at Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North are equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $69.

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  • 9 The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa Carlsbad, United States

    The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

    **** Hotel. The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Carlsbad. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features an ATM, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $233.

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  • 10 Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa Carlsbad, United States

    Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa

    **** Resort. Situated next to the Pacific Ocean, this luxurious Carlsbad, California resort boasts an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, a spa, an on-site restaurant and rooms with free Wi-Fi. LEGOLAND California is less than 1 mile away. A flat-screen TV, a desk and a refrigerator are included in all of the spacious rooms at Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $239.

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  • 11 Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa Carlsbad, United States

    Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa

    **** Resort. Situated next to the Pacific Ocean, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa boasts an outdoor pool and an elevated spa area, an on-site bar and restaurant and rooms with free Wi-Fi. A 50-inch HDTV with extended channels, an iPod docking station, a microwave and a refrigerator are included in all of the spacious rooms at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa. A comfortable desk and seating area also featured in all rooms at the hotel. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $170.

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  • 12 La Quinta by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area Carlsbad, United States

    La Quinta by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

    *** Hotel. Located less than 7 km from LEGOLAND, La Quinta Inn & Suites Carlsbad - Legoland Area offers a heated outdoor pool and an on-site fitness centre. Free WiFi is provided in all guest rooms. A cable TV and a coffee machine are provided in each air-conditioned guest room at this hotel. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $92.

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  • 13 Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad Carlsbad, United States

    Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

    ** Hotel. Featuring a heated outdoor pool, Days Inn Carlsbad offers accommodation in Carlsbad and free WiFi is provided to all guests. A TV with cable channels and free local calls are offered in each nonsmoking room. All spacious guest rooms come equipped with refrigerators, coffee makers, and microwaves. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around $80.

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  • 14 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel Carlsbad, United States

    Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel

    *** Hotel. Featuring ocean views and an outdoor pool, this hotel is 11 minutes’ walk from South Carlsbad State Beach. A hot breakfast buffet is served daily from 0630 to 0930hrs. Free Wi-Fi is provided. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $93.

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  • 15 Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA Carlsbad, United States

    Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA

    ** Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, Carlsbad Suites is located in Carlsbad. Free WiFi access is available. The property offers free parking. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $79.

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  • 16 Carlsbad Village Inn Carlsbad, United States

    Carlsbad Village Inn

    Hotel. Set in Carlsbad, 1.3 km from Tamarack State Beach, Carlsbad Village Inn features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 2. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 6.6, rooms from around $54.

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  • 17 Motel 6-Carlsbad, CA Beach Carlsbad, United States

    Motel 6-Carlsbad, CA Beach

    ** Hotel. Located 3 minutes’ drive from Carlsbad State Beach, Motel 6 Carlsbad Beach offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor swimming pool. The pet-friendly guest rooms at this motel include an LCD TV and a private bathroom with granite counter-tops. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 6.3, rooms from around $59.

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  • 18 Hyland Inn near Legoland Carlsbad, United States

    Hyland Inn near Legoland

    ** Motel. Hyland Inn near Legoland is 1.5 km from Tamarack Beach and features an outdoor pool, and rooms with a microwave and refrigerator. Rooms at Hyland Inn near Legoland offer free WiFi and a work desk. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $66.

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  • 19 Coastal Hideaway Carlsbad, United States

    Coastal Hideaway

    Homestay. Located in Carlsbad in the California region and Torrey Pines State Reserve reachable within 24 km, Coastal Hideaway provides accommodation with free WiFi, BBQ facilities, a garden and free private parking. There is a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and slippers. The homestay features a sun terrace. This hotel accepts 18 year olds. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $112.

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