Scandia Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.
A motel with a signboard, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.
A living room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A sign for Scandia Hotel Kitchen with a clear view of the surrounding greenery and a road in the background.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a gas stove.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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2550 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, New Village Arts Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarack Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(123 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 232 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Carlsbad

Scandia Motel places you in the centre of Carlsbad, within a short 5-minute stroll of Magee Park and Carlsbad State Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel has free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Carlsbad Village motel include Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and New Village Arts Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Magee Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New Village Arts Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Street Farmers Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 9 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪264 Fresco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boar Cross'n - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Revolution Roasters - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Scandia Motel

As a guest of Scandia Motel, you'll find room service (during limited hours) and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Scandia Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Administrative fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: USD 10 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Scandia Motel?

Scandia Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandia Motel?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandia Motel on 28 Oct 2026 start from AU$110, 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 Scandia Motel?

Yep, Scandia Motel is a short 4-minute walk from Carlsbad State Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Scandia Motel?

No, Scandia Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Scandia Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Scandia Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 1003 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasurable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in all Carlsbad
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great staying here. Clean, and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very accommodating and the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite Motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the owners of this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing can beat this Motels price or their pleasant friendly and very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A decent stay, close to the beach and downtown, at affordable price. Helpful staff. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great no frills, clean and well kept motel in walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Having a kitchenette was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It was clean and close to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always very friendly and helpful. One of my favorite places to stay at in California. Dog friendly and close to beach for walks and enjoying the ocean breeze at night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel the staff is great the property is well maintained the rooms are clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
YOU PROBABLY WILL NOTICE BY ALL MY REVIEWS THAT SCANDIA MOTEL IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE PLACE TO STAY IN CARLSBAD
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yo, the wife and husband who work the front desk are by far the most pleasant people to work with when checking into a motel and make it very fast very easy and you're in and out of their office really quick and on to your room for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but little towels super thin and bot enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable nice shower and convenient location near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was big and comfortable, clean and clean he staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service. Clean property and the location is amazing. A short walk to the beach. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people willing to give you a comfortable spaacds feels like homen!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an older property it has its issues The staff were nice & inviting The cheapest place around
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Parking was safe and easy front desk was courteous and helpful. Great overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to be in Carlsbad
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026