About Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad offers a modern, convenient stay just minutes from the beach, LEGOLAND®, and top Carlsbad attractions. Guests can enjoy well-appointed rooms and suites, free hot breakfast, and thoughtful amenities designed for both business and leisure travelers. With easy access to major highways and a peaceful location in a business park, it's ideal for families, corporate guests, and weekend getaways. Complimentary hot breakfast and Wi-Fi Outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness center Spacious rooms and suites with mini-fridge and microwave Close to Carlsbad beaches, and The Flower Fields Convenient access to I-5 and McClellan-Palomar Airport

Amenities at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad offers Elevator/lift, Fitness facilities, Fitness equipment, Conference space, Coffee/tea in common areas, Coffee/tea in common areas, Complimentary coffee, Laundry facility - coin operated, Television in common areas, Free buffet breakfast available daily, Safe-deposit box at front desk, Multilingual staff, 24-hour front desk, Business center, Business center, Dry cleaning/laundry services, Express check-in, Designated smoking areas, Grocery/convenience store, Free WiFi, Internet access (complimentary), Accessible bathroom, Roll-in shower, Wheelchair-accessible parking available, In-room accessibility, Tennis on site, Designated smoking areas (fines apply), Self parking (surcharge), Computer station, Luggage storage, Parking onsite, Television, Wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Coffeemaker, Phone, Free local calls, Private bathroom, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Desk, In-room climate (air conditioning), Air-conditioned public areas, Sofa bed, Microwave, Premium TV channels, Blackout drapes/curtains, Shower only, Satellite TV service, Connecting/adjoining rooms available, Free cribs/infant beds, Towels provided, Linens provided, Housekeeping (fees may apply), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor pool, Conference center, Meeting rooms, Wifi Available, Children allowed, Families welcome, Pets not allowed, Shower, Toilet, Desk chair, In-room climate control (heating), Mini-fridge, Cable TV service, Free wired high-speed Internet.

Location

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad is located at 1929 Palomar Oaks Way, Carlsbad.

Reviews and ratings

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad has an average rating of 4 out of 5 based on 703 guest reviews. It holds a 2.5-star Stars rating.

Rooms and accommodations at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

  • Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

    1 King Bed

    Room, 1 King Bed

  • Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

    1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

    Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

    1 King Bed

    Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

    2 Queen Beds

    Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

    2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

    Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing w/ Tub)

    2 Queen Beds

    Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility & Hearing w/ Roll-in Shower)

    1 King Bed

    Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

    2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

    Suite, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility w/ Tub)

    2 Queen Beds

    Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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Property Overview

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad offers a modern, convenient stay just minutes from the beach, LEGOLAND®, and top Carlsbad attractions. Guests can enjoy well-appointed rooms and suites, free hot breakfast, and thoughtful amenities designed for both business and leisure travelers. With easy access to major highways and a peaceful location in a business park, it's ideal for families, corporate guests, and weekend getaways.

  • Complimentary hot breakfast and Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness center
  • Spacious rooms and suites with mini-fridge and microwave
  • Close to Carlsbad beaches, and The Flower Fields
  • Convenient access to I-5 and McClellan-Palomar Airport

Amenities

Property services

  • Elevator/lift
  • Conference space
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facility - coin operated
  • Television in common areas
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Express check-in
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Children allowed
  • Families welcome
  • Pets not allowed

Activities

  • Fitness facilities
  • Fitness equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Complimentary coffee
  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • Coffeemaker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Features

  • Business center
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Private bathroom
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Desk
  • In-room climate (air conditioning)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Shower only
  • Desk chair
  • In-room climate control (heating)

Internet access in public areas

  • Free WiFi
  • Wifi Available

Media and electronics

  • Internet access (complimentary)
  • Television
  • Phone
  • Free local calls
  • Premium TV channels
  • Satellite TV service
  • Cable TV service
  • Free wired high-speed Internet

Parking

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Parking onsite

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shower
  • Toilet

Bedding and linens

  • Sofa bed
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Linens provided

Services

  • Housekeeping (fees may apply)

Reviews

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Reviews

The Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad receives mixed reviews, with some guests praising its convenient location near Legoland and Carlsbad Outlet Mall, cleanliness, and friendly staff. However, recurring issues persist regarding WiFi reliability, room smells, and staff responsiveness, particularly concerning guest concerns and compensation for issues like room re-bookings and unmet expectations. Recent reviews highlight the inconsistency of the experience, with some finding it significantly below expectations.

Clean roomsConvenient location (Legoland, Outlet Mall)Friendly staffGood breakfast optionsQuiet location
cleanliness3.5
location4
value2.5
service2.8
amenities3.2
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Gregor Wilke
4 months ago

Stayed for work on 02/17. This is an OK hotel, but had a few issues especially for the price. The WiFi is finicky and only an absurd 6MB speed in my room, making it difficult to work. The Gym is TINY. Only one treadmill, and it was constantly in use so I couldn’t work out as planned. The parking pass and additional fee is unnecessary as there is plenty of space around. A/C was louder than normal and not very accurate to the set temperature. Breakfast was great however, and the rooms very clean. It was also very quiet and nice to not be next to a freeway for once hearing traffic all night. 3/5, but would not stay again.

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Alisa B.
5 months ago

This has been our “go to” hotel when we are in Carlsbad. The staff is great, the rooms are nice and comfy and the free breakfast has tons of options. We got a room with a sofa which was so worth it. We had two TVs both with streaming service options. It’s close to the Carlsbad Outlet Mall as well as Legoland. It’s great for couples or a family. The area is nice and safe with plenty of parking. There is also a pool and a gym. The place is landscaped beautifully and it’s got quick and easy access to the 5 freeway.

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Ubeymeow Meow
5 months ago

Horrible experience with my family . Great location but quite frankly a motel 6 type hotel . I am extremely displeased but I don't discourage others from going people will go regardless but we personally will never step foot into their property unless it's to use the urinal . Horrible experience for us maybe differs for you but you get what you pay for . Parking lot is a homeless camp essentially .white van middle aged gentleman and his dog. Also coyotes roaming the premises. Dan was right about the wifi (someone named Dan left a review) the experience quite frankly just sucked and I'm upset that my family paid over 180 night I don't want a refund I want our time back LOL

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Ned Gosaynie
5 months ago

Fairfield by Marriott Inn in Carlsbad is in very close proximity to Legoland California Resort in Carlsbad California. It's is clean, quiet and comfortable, and offers a free breakfast buffet with waffle station + toppings, oatmeal station + toppings, toast/bagel/English muffin station, cold cereal, and scrambled eggs + sausage/bacon.

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Dan Outcalt
6 months ago

The WiFi didn’t work. Front desk clerk couldn’t help. Called the 800 # and they didn’t help. I went to the desk to check out, and the manager came out and gave me an alternate URL to get my iPhone online. He said their WiFi vendor changed the service a couple of months ago and they were evaluating costs to upgrade their equipment to make it work. So were guests having the same problems for months while this (franchise vendor I am assuming) was being cheap? The rest of the hotel seemed tired to me. Breakfast was mediocre, crowded and noisy. The room was ok at best. And staff seemed not to be trained. I have stayed at this hotel a number of times before, but they are definitely off my list going forward.

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Brittany Martinez
9 months ago

Friendly staff and quiet and comfortable rooms. Spacious and clean! Complimentary breakfast has good variety and food is fresh! This hotel is tucked just off the main road, making it centrally located, but much quieter! Wish the weather had been nicer to enjoy the pool, but still enjoyed our stay here!

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Griffin Puc
9 months ago

Stayed at the Fairfield Marriott Inn & Suites in San Diego and had a great experience. Check-in was smooth and welcoming, the rooms were clean, and the hotel overall felt well maintained. The breakfast had a good selection and was kept tidy, which I appreciated. The staff were friendly and accommodating throughout my stay. Would happily stay here again.

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Lee Jimenez
10 months ago

Unfortunately, my stay here made me physically sick. When we first checked in, there was a strange smell in the room, but we didn’t want to complain right away. We tried to work around it — we opened the windows and even left the front door open for a bit to air it out, which helped temporarily. At first, we just dismissed the smell. But after being in the room for a few hours — maybe about four — I started experiencing chest pain and nausea. I had to keep stepping outside just to feel better. We weren’t sure if it was coming from the carpet, cleaning products, or strong air fresheners, but whatever it was, it started affecting me physically. I mentioned it to the manager and explained the situation, but instead of showing care or understanding, she refused to offer a refund. She kept saying we should’ve told them ahead of time that I had fragrance sensitivities — but the truth is, I didn’t even know I’d react like that until I stayed in that specific room. We tried everything before asking for help, but it felt like they were more interested in shifting blame than truly helping a guest who was in distress. If you have any sensitivities , or just expect a basic level of care when things go wrong , I’d think twice before staying here.

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Pratik Girdhar
10 months ago

We stayed at the Fairfield in Carlsbad for 4 nights with our family of 6, booking 2 rooms. Unfortunately, our rooms (339 and 341) had a persistent smell issue from day 1, likely due to a plumbing or sewage problem. The front desk manager was helpful and offered to move us to new rooms, but since having adjacent rooms was crucial for our family, we decided to stick with the original rooms. The rooms were just okay, but the smell issue was a major problem. If you're planning to stay here, try to avoid rooms 339 and 341. With some improvements in maintenance, this hotel could be a great option.

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Amilcar Jared Calderon T.
12 months ago

The hotel was okay for a one-night stay. It’s located near a main road, which made it easy to find, though a bit noisy at times. The room was clean and the mattress was firm. The shower worked well and there was hot water at all times. Breakfast was included — simple and fresh. Staff were professional and handled everything quickly. It's a decent stop for travelers in transit, but nothing particularly special.

Map

Property Address
1929 Palomar Oaks Way
Carlsbad
Property Contact
760-5790155