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West Inn & Suites Carlsbad – reviews, photos

4970 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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West Inn & Suites Carlsbad
Ranked #1 of 32 hotels in Carlsbad
5.0 of 5 stars 432 Reviews
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  • San Diego(18)
  • Very nice(12)
  • King suite(10)
  • Shuttle service(9)
  • Breakfast buffet(7)
  • Gas station(7)
  • Flat screen TV(6)
  • Friendly and helpful(6)
  • Front desk staff(6)
  • FREE parking(5)
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Zion National Park, Utah
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Kids favorite hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
3
people found this review helpful

We stayed at the West Inn while visiting Legoland last spring break. We required two hotel rooms, and were able to get them adjoining without any problem. The rooms were very well appointed with comfortable beds. I wish there had been an actual closet, but that would be my only complaint. The small fridge and sink allowed us to keep snacks in the room, which makes a big difference when traveling with young children. Our kids absolutely loved the chocolate chip cookies every evening and still tell us it is their favorite hotel ever! The pool was kept very warm, which we found to be a real perk during our springtime trip. Although not overly large, the kids had a blast playing in the water.

The hotel property was very well maintained and has a plantation vibe in the decor. The breakfast each morning had plenty of choices, but we did find seating to be a problem most days as many families seemed to be on the same schedule.

Because of the size of our group, we didn't utilize the free shuttle to Legoland, but thought it was great to have that offered. The location of the hotel is right off the freeway, but we didn't notice it being noisy. There were several family-friendly restaurants within a one-mile radius of the property and we found it to be very convenient for all of our vacation activities. We would definitely recommend to others and would stay again ourselves.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Issaquah, WA
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“West Inn does not disappoint!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

It has been a few years since our last stay at the West Inn, and if anything, they have improved their wonderful boutique hotel. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the rooms are wonderful. This is a great bargain for a luxury quality hotel, that is uber family friendly (we are a family of 5 and many hotels are not convenient for a family with 3 children). The location is perfect and the new restaurant is very convenient.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Francisco, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Excellent place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Excellent place, very neat & clean, friendly staff, decent breakfast, great location for Legoland visitors. They have a courtesy shuttle to Legoland. Nice setting, free parking. Kids enjoyed the complimentary hot chocolate and cookies in the evening. We got it on a Groupon deal so it was really economical as well. All in all, couldn't have asked for anything different. Will certainly stay here again if I am in the area.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Francisco, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

I stay here for business quite often. It is a beautiful, quiet hotel and the staff is extremely friendly and attentive. The free breakfast is decent. My only wish is that it were closer to town and/or the beach and that they had a better equipped gym.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Cardiff by the Sea, California
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Amazing "Ladies Weekend!"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Every year, a few longtime friends and I gather for a little "staycation" if you will, as we are all local San Diegans. We typically stay at Four Seasons, the Westgate, or The Grand Del Mar. This year we decided to try something completely different. Something smaller with more of a boutique feel. We chose The West Inn and Suites, as it was #1 on trip advisor, and referred to us by a few friends who mentioned the Steakhouse is also fantastic. Well what A PLEASANT SURPRISE! The West has a friendly, warm, and attentive front desk team, and even the housekeeping staff would always extend a kind word and warm smile if passed in the hall. The rooms are very spacious and all beds in the hotel are California Kings! So us girls felt like we were really living in luxury. There is also a complimentary breakfast served every morning, and a complimentary "wine pour" on weekdays! The nice lady at the front desk even put champagne in our room to enjoy while we were getting ready before dinner! SO GREAT! It was everything we could have wanted and more: Quality, Value, Warmth, and Class. Thank you to The West staff for making our annual get-together a ball. We will definately be back!!!!!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 4970 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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