Ocean Palms Beach Resort

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Carlsbad State Beach

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Luxury Suite, Ocean View, Sea Facing | Private kitchen
Suite (Deluxe Mini Suite)
Exterior detail
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping

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2950 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Tamarack Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Mini Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofabed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traveler Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Mini Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, 3 Bedrooms

  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, Ocean View, Sea Facing

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Carlsbad

On the beach.At this Carlsbad Village hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach. Magee Park and Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Señor Grubby's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪GONZO! Ramen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Beachfront hotel near Carlsbad State Beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Ocean Palms Beach Resort like an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

This Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Ocean Palms Beach Resort offers 52 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Ocean Beach Palms Resort
Ocean Palms Beach
Ocean Palms Beach Carlsbad
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Palms Ocean Beach
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Ocean Palms Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 910 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 910 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 910 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 910 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 910 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staycation

We had a great stay at this hotel! The cleanliness really stood out—everything felt fresh and well-maintained. The overall vibe of the place was relaxed and welcoming, perfect for a beach getaway. Best of all, the location couldn’t be better—just steps away from the beach. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient stay by the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this place! Cant wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie, Paso Robles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 3 lovely nights at this well kept resort. Right across the street (3 flights of stairs down) to a beautiful beach. We loved the Polynesian style of the hotel! Nice fire pits and outdoor fireplace in the courtyard for cool coastal evenings. The room was well appointed with a large jacuzzi soaking tub. In April it was very quiet but I can only imagine what summer might be like! Comfy king bed and good Starbucks coffee and tea selection for breakfast along with fresh fruit, juices, packaged pastries and yogurt. Just right to start the day! We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maksim, Antelope

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovey cozy spot in Carlsbad. Hotel grounds are beautiful. Great and helpful service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances T

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room but wish there had been an elevator to access the second floor. The grounds are inviting with lots of seating available
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. We’ve been there three times!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was like a garden paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet, lush grounds. Large clean room with kitchen and large shower and jetted tub. You could see and hear the ocean from the room!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Runcation

Perfect location for running the Carlsbad 5000. Stayed here last year and will again next year. Close to the start and finish and steps away from ocean and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here with an ocean view so close I could hear the waves crashing into the sand, and the beach is just a few steps away. The staff are all very friendly and helpful, easygoing too. The room was well furnished, in good condition overall. The sofa bed came in handy as a makeshift sleeping area for our 5 month old. They have a well stocked breakfast grab and go and Starbucks coffee station, excellent way to start the day! We enjoyed our stay and we will stay again to enjoy even more of the amenities. This is not to say that there aren’t a few small things to work on… 1. The water flow from the bathroom sink faucet was super low, yet the pressure in the shower was aggressively strong. Both could use some adjusting. 2. The freezer had a rusted metal shelf and didn’t seem clean to use. 3. Parking within the property is limited, it is possible to get a spot as other guests check out, but I parked a little far away until a closer spot opened up, which was not that bad as it is a safe area, just something to be ready for. — that’s all I could find as issues, and the positive points definitely outnumber it. Overall a great establishment and worth the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

dore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice stay

Great location and great decor. The fire pits at night were fantastic. Short walk and you are right on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful location but not directly at the beach. There is a street in between. Staff is super unfriendly. Breakfast is a joke. Overall too expensive for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

duVergne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location and vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay at Ocean Palms! I came here for a trip with my sister and my nieces and we had a great time. We loved how close we were to the beach (like a 30 second walk). The pool and hot tub area was great and there were plenty of tables and chairs to eat meals outside. The staff was so kind and accommodating. Will absolutely be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bodie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025