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Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center

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An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a skylight, and a modern open-plan layout with seating areas and a dining space.
A coastal road with palm trees and a beach in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the kitchen.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3200 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarack Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, New Village Arts Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a view of the outdoors.

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a dresser.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Partial Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Interior View)

A variety of skincare products including cleansing and makeup remover towels, a bar of soap, and bottles of lotion, all branded with TAROCCO.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Interior View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Interior View)

A variety of skincare products including cleansing and makeup remover towels, a bar of soap, and bottles of lotion, all branded with TAROCCO.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Interior View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

A variety of skincare products including cleansing and makeup remover towels, a bar of soap, and bottles of lotion, all branded with TAROCCO.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Sea View

A variety of skincare products including cleansing and makeup remover towels, a bar of soap, and bottles of lotion, all branded with TAROCCO.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

A variety of skincare products including cleansing and makeup remover towels, a bar of soap, and bottles of lotion, all branded with TAROCCO.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Carlsbad

Oceanside stay.At this North Beach hotel, you'll be steps from Carlsbad State Beach and within a 15-minute walk of New Village Arts Theatre. Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and Carlsbad Lagoon are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • State Street Farmers Market - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Village Arts Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Saint Malo Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • Better Buzz Coffee
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪264 Fresco - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 1249 square feet (116 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a library, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1249 sq ft of conference space
  • 116 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel offers 23 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Carlsbad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 10 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Tamarack Beach
Tamarack Beach Carlsbad
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel Carlsbad
Tamarack Beach Resort By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad
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Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel Hotel
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel Carlsbad
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel Hotel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel to the airport?

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel is 6.6 mi (9-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel?

As of Sept 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel on Sept 27, 2026 start from CA $221, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel.

How close is Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Carlsbad State Beach and 2-minute walk from Tamarack Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel offer free breakfast?

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel have a restaurant?

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel is home to Dinis by the Sea Bistro, which features ocean views and brunch.

Does Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel to downtown Carlsbad?

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Carlsbad.

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Eugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place…will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect! It was clean, the staff was friendly, and you can't beat the location. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good amenities, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, plenty of underground parking, quiet room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very lovely views, local restaurants and garage parking great!
Close view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , staff was friendly..
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property , clean , great location , enjoyed hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, amenities, and beach view were perfect! Will definitely stay here again!
Continental breakfast on the patio
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, beach view was excellent, nice oatio
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ned

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, room and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience all around. Would def stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it here! Everyone is so nice and very accommodating. Perfect for families and amazing beach access just steps away! 4-8 minute walk to really good stores and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met all are expectation and above and beyond.GREAT location too
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is perfect couldn’t be more satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing and staff is so friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

Decent rooms, friendly staff. Close to the beach and walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast with fresh waffles with sausage and bacon. Room was clean, staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, nice staff, excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, room clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Biljana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean property, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026