Ocean Palms Beach Resort

2.5 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$469
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

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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
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Oven
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
2 bedrooms
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Traveler Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Deluxe Mini Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Carlsbad

Ocean Palms Beach Resort places you steps from Carlsbad State Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Tamarack Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free continental breakfast and in-room kitchens. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and Hot tub. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Carlsbad Village hotel include LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach.

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, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baba Coffee - Coffee Carlsbad - ‬8 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

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Ocean Palms Beach Resort such as an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre.

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 fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 guest room 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 all 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 aged 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ocean Palms Beach Resort?

Yep, Ocean Palms Beach Resort has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Palms Beach Resort?

As of 12 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Palms Beach Resort on 13 Oct 2025 start from AU$468.52, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Palms Beach Resort?

Yep, Ocean Palms Beach Resort is a short 1-minute walk from Carlsbad State Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding.

Does Ocean Palms Beach Resort have a pool?

Ocean Palms Beach Resort has an outdoor pool.

What makes Ocean Palms Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ocean Palms Beach Resort.

Does Ocean Palms Beach Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Palms Beach Resort?

No, Ocean Palms Beach Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Palms Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Palms Beach Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ocean Palms Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 916 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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful people at the desk. Walk across the street and down the steps and you are on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karla

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ash

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent—peaceful, quiet, and very clean. One downside was the mattress, which was extremely soft. I don’t have back issues, but I still found it uncomfortable; those with back problems might want to take note. One suggestion: During our stay, the weather was chilly, and having a fire would’ve made sitting outside much more enjoyable. They lit the fire only around sunset The complimentary coffee was a nice touch and was available almost every time we checked. However, the breakfast was underwhelming—mostly a few types of cookies that didn’t change daily. A bit more variety would go a long way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

STEPHEN

Disliked: Amenities
- No hot water - No internet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juvenal

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel right on the water.. great spot for a quick getaway
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brock

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Alta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

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

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

Taylor

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 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