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Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca - Carlsbad - Bedroom
Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca
Carlsbad, CA, United States
6.6Okay(1685)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 477+
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Motel 6 Oceanside Marina - Oceanside - Balcony
Motel 6 Oceanside Marina
Oceanside, CA, United States
4.6Mediocre(503)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 806+
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Motel 6 Oceanside - Oceanside - Pool
Motel 6 Oceanside
Oceanside, CA, United States
5.9Fair(1318)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 667+
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Scandia Motel - Carlsbad - Building
Scandia Motel
Carlsbad, CA, United States
6.5Okay(1075)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 586+
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Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca - North - Carlsbad - Pool
Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca - North
Carlsbad, CA, United States
7.8Good(267)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 942+
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Moonlight Beach Motel - Encinitas - Building
Moonlight Beach Motel
Encinitas, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(347)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R4 051+
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Vista Inn - Vista - Bedroom
Vista Inn
Vista, CA, United States
4.6Mediocre(343)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 592+
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Franciscan Inn Motel - Vista - Pool
Franciscan Inn Motel
Vista, CA, United States
4.5Mediocre(552)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 823+
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Surfhouse - Encinitas
Surfhouse
Encinitas, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(102)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R5 230+
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Coast Inn - Oceanside
Coast Inn
Oceanside, CA, United States
5.9Fair(362)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 389+
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Star Lodge Motel-Oceanside - Vista
Star Lodge Motel-Oceanside
Vista, CA, United States
7.3Good(37)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R2 396+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for motels in Carlsbad

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What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in Carlsbad?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Carlsbad, with an average nightly price of R22 221. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R39 650.

How early should you book a motel in Carlsbad?

Book at least 46 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Carlsbad motel.
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February
June
R1 428
R2 231
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 41% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Carlsbad motel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 46 days before your stay to get the best price for a Carlsbad motel.

FAQs when booking a motel in Carlsbad

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Carlsbad?

    The average price for a night in a motel in Carlsbad is R146 compared to R266 for a night in a hotel.

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