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Vacation rentals in Carlsbad

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  • Price per night

    • Up to $100
    • $100 - $199
    • From $200

  • Accommodation types

    • Condo
    • House
    • Apartment

  • Distance to center

    • 1 mi
    • 2 mi
    • 3 mi

  • Rating

    • 4.5+
    • 4+

  • Popular amenities

    • Pool
    • WiFi
    • Kitchen
    • Air conditioning
    • Parking
    • TV
    • Washing machine
    • Balcony/patio
    • Microwave
    • Hot tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Fireplace
    • Yard
    • Sauna
    • Crib
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  • Other Services

    • Pet-friendly
    • No smoking
    • No pets
    • Wheelchair access

  • Activities

    • Grill
    • Fishing

Top 15 most Recommended Vacation Rentals in Carlsbad

Discover your ideal Carlsbad vacation rental with real-time comparisons of 2,146 properties, featuring recommended options based on the property location, value for money, and verified guest reviews.

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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House with hot tub & barbecue | Good for workation

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This Carlsbad house rental features a fireplace, hot tub, and balcony, perfect for family gatherings and relaxation.
from $395
per night
Excellent(9 ratings)
from $395
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Fully equipped vacation home with barbecue & pool | Next to the beach | Perfect for remote work

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This waterfront house rental in Carlsbad Village features a pool, fireplace, kitchen, balcony, and parking for up to seven guests.
from $461
per night
Outstanding(226 ratings)
from $461
per night
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Condo Carlsbad
Condo ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Family-oriented condo with BBQ, garden & patio | Nature view | Close to the beach

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This Carlsbad Village condo features a fireplace, kitchen, balcony, and yard, perfect for a family getaway for five.
from $252
per night
Outstanding(109 ratings)
from $252
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Vacation home with hot tub, pool & patio | Good for workation

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This Carlsbad house rental features a pool, hot tub, fireplace, and a kitchen, perfect for family gatherings of up to 7.
from $344
per night
Outstanding(5 ratings)
from $344
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Vacation home with garden | Good for workation

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This Carlsbad Village house rental features a kitchen, yard, and parking, perfect for a getaway with family or friends.
from $219
per night
Outstanding(20 ratings)
from $219
per night
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Condo Carlsbad
Condo ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo with terrace, pool & jacuzzi

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This waterfront condo in Carlsbad features a pool, hot tub, fireplace, and balcony, perfect for family vacations.
from $220
per night
Outstanding(12 ratings)
from $220
per night
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Condo Carlsbad
Condo ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with grill | City view

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This Carlsbad Village condo features a kitchen and parking, perfect for a getaway accommodating three guests.
from $144
per night
Very good(37 ratings)
from $144
per night
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Apartment Carlsbad
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Child-friendly nice holiday apartment with pool & fast internet | Golf view

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This family-friendly Carlsbad apartment offers beach access, a pool, a kitchen, and a balcony for unforgettable vacations.
from $157
per night
Excellent(3 ratings)
from $157
per night
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Condo Carlsbad
Condo ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo | Beach view

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This waterfront condo in Carlsbad Village offers beach access, a spa, and stunning sea views, perfect for your next getaway.
from $280
per night
Outstanding(1 rating)
from $280
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

House with BBQ | Beach view | Suitable for remote work

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This house rental in Carlsbad features a fireplace, kitchen, balcony, and direct beach access, perfect for 10 guests.
from $826
per night
Outstanding(6 ratings)
from $826
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with patio, yard & barbecue

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This house rental in Carlsbad features a kitchen, yard, and parking, perfect for a vacation with up to five guests and pets.
from $225
per night
Outstanding(26 ratings)
from $225
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with private pool, barbecue & hot tub

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This Carlsbad house rental offers a private heated pool, hot tub, yard, and kitchen, perfect for a memorable getaway.
from $205
per night
from $205
per night
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Condo Carlsbad
Condo ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Family-friendly charming condo with pool & hot tub | Suitable for remote work

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This waterfront condo in Carlsbad features a hot tub, pool, fireplace, and beach access, perfect for six vacationers.
from $213
per night
Outstanding(34 ratings)
from $213
per night
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Condo Carlsbad
Condo ∙ 9 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Condo with barbeque, patio & garden | City view

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This waterfront condo in Carlsbad Village features a kitchen, balcony, and beach access, perfect for family getaways.
from $744
per night
Outstanding(147 ratings)
from $744
per night
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House Carlsbad
House ∙ 19 guests ∙ 9 bedrooms

House with terrace, hot tub & BBQ

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
This waterfront house rental in Carlsbad features a kitchen, balcony, and parking, accommodating up to 19 guests for unforgettable gatherings.
from $1,005
per night
Outstanding(24 ratings)
from $1,005
per night
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Dog-Friendly Vacation Rentals

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House Carlsbad
from $391
per night
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House with garden & barbecue | Beach view

4.5
Excellent(2 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Pet-friendly
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Condo Carlsbad
from $259
per night
Condo ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Family-friendly beautiful condo with yard & grill | Water view | Close to the beach | Dogs allowed

5.0
Outstanding(1 rating)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Pet-friendly
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House Carlsbad
from $276
per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Family-oriented house with BBQ, patio & garden | City view | Beach nearby | Perfect for remote work | Pets are welcome

4.6
Excellent(32 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Pet-friendly
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Vacation rentals and apartments with air conditioning

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Condo Carlsbad
from $290
per night
Condo ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with barbecue & yard | Beach view

5.0
Outstanding(1 rating)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Air conditioning
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House Carlsbad
from $553
per night
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Children-friendly vacation home with barbecue & garden | Water view | Next to the beach

5.0
Outstanding(1 rating)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Air conditioning
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House Carlsbad
-6%
$826
from $778
per night
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

House with barbeque

5.0
Outstanding(6 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Air conditioning
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Vacation Houses With Pools

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Condo Carlsbad
from $195
per night
Condo ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Family-oriented beautiful condo with pool | City view | Good for workation | Pets are welcome

5.0
Outstanding(1 rating)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Pool
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Condo Carlsbad
from $238
per night
Condo ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with pool & hot tub

4.8
Outstanding(11 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Pool
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Condo Carlsbad
from $245
per night
Condo ∙ 6 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with pool, jacuzzi & grill

Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
Pool
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Budget-friendly rental options

Enjoy affordable vacation rentals in Carlsbad offering exceptional value for money

Condo Carlsbad
from $319
per night
Condo ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Family-friendly charming condo | City view | Close to the beach

5.0
Outstanding(2 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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House Carlsbad
from $450
per night
House ∙ 11 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Family-friendly house with patio, barbeque & jacuzzi | Nature view | Perfect for remote work

4.9
Outstanding(75 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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House Carlsbad
from $438
per night
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Children-friendly vacation home with BBQ & garden | Perfect for remote work

5.0
Outstanding(18 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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Top-Rated Vacation rentals in Carlsbad

Book the highest-rated Carlsbad vacation rentals, rated by real guests for comfort, location, cleanliness, services and value for money

Condo Carlsbad
from $421
per night
Condo ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo with barbecue, garden & patio | Nature view

4.8
Outstanding(94 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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House Carlsbad
from $525
per night
House ∙ 9 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Vacation home with garden, grill & terrace | Nature view

5.0
Outstanding(223 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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Condo Carlsbad
from $138
per night
Condo ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with yard

4.9
Outstanding(88 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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Discover real guest reviews to help you choose the perfect stay in Carlsbad

How are reviews collected?
Marybeth F.
Guest verified by HomeToGo

Great space but it could have been cleaner. I was surprised to learn that although there is a private beach there we could not access it. It was for owners only.,

Reviewed on 6/15/2026 | Family
House Carlsbad
from $391
per night
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
4.5
Excellent(2 ratings)
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States
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Popular Features & Amenities in Carlsbad

  • Pet-friendly (689)
  • Pool (1,223)
  • WiFi (1,903)
  • Kitchen (1,251)
  • Air conditioning (1,650)
  • Parking (278)
  • TV (1,857)
  • Washing machine (1,184)
  • Balcony/patio (958)
  • No smoking (1,826)
  • Microwave (1,438)
  • Grill (921)

Carlsbad is a great vacation spot if you want an accommodation with a pool, as 60% of the vacation rentals have one. Interestingly, HomeToGo's data shows that more hotel room offer a pool than condo. In addition, they can welcome 9 vacationers, on average, while condo with pools can host an average of 5 people. If you would also like to be close to the water, nearly half of the vacation rentals including a pool are located within 2 miles of the waterfront.

Price and Availability Index in Carlsbad

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Vacation Rental Price Information in Carlsbad

The graph displays the average rental prices in Carlsbad for the upcoming twelve months. Prices reach their highest point in June, when the average nightly rate for renting a vacation home is $778 (6/26 – 7/3). However, in November (11/14 – 11/21), prices decrease to an average of $585 per night.

Rental availability information in Carlsbad

The availability graph displays the proportion of available vacation rentals in Carlsbad. More people travel to Carlsbad a week in May (5/1 – 5/8). So far, 86% of the rentals are occupied this week. On the contrary, only 18% of vacation rentals are unavailable in September (9/5 – 9/12).

Explore Carlsbad, California from the comfort of your own vacation home

You can enjoy the California sunshine by renting a beach condo or coastal cottage in the seaside resort of Carlsbad. Sunbathers can sink their toes into the sand at South Carlsbad State Beach. Surfers can ride the waves at Tamarack Beach, while sightseers can check out numerous family-friendly attractions in and around Carlsbad. Carlsbad has something for everyone, and you can enjoy it all from the comfort of your private vacation rental.

What are the best activities for families in Carlsbad?

Family fun in Carlsbad

No trip to Carlsbad is complete without a visit to LEGOLAND California Resort. The theme park keeps children entertained with LEGO brick structures, a miniature park, thrilling rides, and a water park. Right next door to Legoland, you can explore the interactive exhibits and exotic sea animals housed in the SEA LIFE Aquarium. If you visit Carlsbad during spring, you and your family can enjoy the sights and smells of The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch.

Where are the unique attractions in Carlsbad?

Easy excursions from Carlsbad

Carlsbad is conveniently located for travelers planning to visit other Southern California attractions. You can drive approximately 10 miles south to Encinitas to visit the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

Approximately 30 miles south is the vibrant city of San Diego, where you can see attractions such as the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego, and the various museums at Balboa Park. If you'd like to be transported to the "magic kingdom," Disneyland is approximately an hour's drive away, in Anaheim, California.

Information about vacation rentals in Carlsbad

🏡 Vacation rentals available 2,146 rentals
💳 Possible discounts up to 14%
🌙 Nightly prices starting at $126
⭐ Popular amenities Pets allowed, Pool and Internet
🐾 Pet friendly homes 702 homes
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools 1,290 homes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical price per night for a vacation home in Carlsbad?

On average, vacation rentals in Carlsbad cost around $126 per night. Average prices for house rentals are $855 per night. Condos in Carlsbad cost on average $533 per night.

How many vacation homes are available for booking in Carlsbad?

There are currently 2,146 vacation rentals in Carlsbad to choose from and rent for your trip.

What amenities are most popular for vacation homes in Carlsbad?

Travelers search for Pets allowed, Pool, and Internet when booking a vacation rental in Carlsbad.

How many vacation homes with a pool are there in Carlsbad?

Carlsbad offers 1,290 Hotel room and Condo options on offer to rent.

Are dogs allowed in vacation homes in Carlsbad?

Sure, currently there are 702 rentals in Carlsbad that allow pets , with an average nightly cost of $593.

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