Vacation rentals in Carlsbad

Carlsbad is a coastal city situated in North County San Diego in Southern California. It’s conveniently located just a 35-minute drive north of San Diego, and just over an hour south of Los Angeles. The laid-back beach town boasts year-round sunny mild temps, family-friendly activities, and a plethora of unique attractions. Come stroll through the Flower Fields, enjoy spectacular sunsets, and create memories that will last a lifetime with your family in Carlsbad, California.

Find the perfect vacation rental for your Carlsbad getaway. The peaceful coastal town is home to a wide variety of rentals, ranging in size, style, and location, with something for every type of traveler. Treat yourself to an upscale rental, with luxury amenities, a private jacuzzi, and a private balcony with ocean views. Many rentals come with a private pool which you can splash around in during the warmer months. Oversized rentals are available for large groups and families, with several bedrooms and bathrooms to comfortably accommodate everyone. Vacation rentals in Carlsbad are equipped with all the modern comforts you’ll need to feel at home throughout your trip. Expect high-speed wireless internet, air-conditioning, a washing machine, and a fully functioning kitchen. Pet-friendly rentals are available for people traveling with pets.

The closest major airport to Carlsbad is San Diego International Airport. It is around a 40-minute drive from the airport along highway I-5 North to downtown Carlsbad. There is a train that goes from the airport to Carlsbad, which takes around an hour and a half. The most popular option is to use a rideshare app, such as Uber or Lyft.

Carlsbad is considered one of California’s most walkable cities! Carlsbad Village, in the downtown district of the city, is among the most walkable area of the city. The entire city is very tourist oriented, with several paved walking paths leading from place to place. Biking is another popular way of getting around.

Carlsbad is an excellent choice for couples, it offers all the charm and flare of nearby San Diego and Los Angeles without all the crowds. Head to Carlsbad Village for shopping, dining, art galleries, theaters, and the farmer’s market. Also, take a walk hand-in-hand through the San Diego Botanic Gardens in nearby Encinitas. These stunning 37-acre botanical gardens include rare plants, desert gardens, a tropical rainforest exhibit, and more.

Come to Carlsbad with the whole family to enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities. Families with children shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to visit Legoland. The popular resort theme park is based on the Lego toy brand and features endless fun and colorful activities for kids to enjoy. Families can also visit Sea Life Aquarium, which is located in the same resort as Legoland. The aquarium features over 5,000 marine creatures as well as a variety of hands-on exhibits and educational talks about sea life.

These colorful flower gardens, officially called the Carlsbad Flower Fields, offer a vibrant, unique experience to visitors. The gardens were started 85 years ago and feature nearly fifty acres filled with brightly colored giant ranunculus flowers. To see the flowers in full bloom, be sure to visit between March and May. Don’t forget to bring a sun hat, sunscreen, and walking shoes since you’ll be walking outside for a couple of hours.

Carlsbad offers a wide range of popular, sandy beaches. Head to Carlsbad State Beach where you can enjoy wide sandy shores, excellent sunsets, and swimming. Try Robert C. Frazee State Beach for its extra-wide shores, which are perfect for a peaceful stroll. Beaches in Carlsbad are very family-friendly, offering the perfect environment for kids to run around and let out some energy.

For incredible sunsets and great fishing, head to Oceanside Pier. It’s the longest wooden pier on the West Coast at nearly 2,000 feet long! The pier is a beautiful place to go for a stroll and to watch particularly golden sunsets. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and the quintessential California scenery around the pier.

Carlsbad Lagoon is a water sports paradise. Rent kayaks, paddleboards, powerboats, or wave runners and explore the glassy waters of the lake. The lake is quite massive, so you’ll be able to find a peaceful, quiet area to enjoy the water and surrounding nature.

Cycling is one of the best ways to discover Carlsbad. You can either rent electric bikes from Pedego Electric Bikes, or regular bikes from a variety of rental companies in town. Take the scenic coastal route along Highway 101 for a peaceful ride with great views of the beaches and coastline. You can even bike to the nearby town of Encinitas, which is around 9 miles, or a 50-minute bike ride away. Or, you can stay in Carlsbad and bike along the Carlsbad Coastal Rail Trail.

What was the average price for a vacation rental in Carlsbad in 2020, during the corona crisis?

We can see from our data that Carlsbad has an average price of $410.31 per night, a relatively high one for a city in the USA.

Which months allow you to save the most on vacation rentals?

]If you want to get the most out of your money, the cheapest months to visit Carlsbad are January ($367.2 the average per night for accommodation), February ($371.57), and December ($383.44).

When are vacation rentals more expensive in Carlsbad?

When it comes to looking for a vacation rental in Carlsbad, the months when you will pay the most are, in order of highest to lowest, July, August and June, with average prices per night of $475.46, $466.6, and $436.87, respectively.

Are there usually many vacation rentals available in Carlsbad?

When going on vacation to Carlsbad, we recommend you to think ahead as 85% of rentals are usually booked, according to last year's data.

What time of the year can I find more free vacation rentals?

The months when it's easiest to find available accommodation in Carlsbad are May (the average amount of properties that are available reached 28.6% of the total in 2020), April (27%), and December (23%).

Which months is it more difficult to find available vacation rentals?

The months with the lowest properties available in Carlsbad are, in order, July, August, and September with respective average availability figures of 7.25%, 7.6%, and 8.25%, based on data collected in 2020.

How many rentals are there in Carlsbad?

In Carlsbad we have an extensive catalogue of approximately 810 properties, with options for all tastes, thanks to our 6 local and international providers.