Beach Terrace - Carlsbad

Carlsbad's only hotel situated directly on the beach - Beach Terrace Inn

Oceanfront Amenities & Services

The Beach Terrace offers a heated outdoor pool with direct Pacific Ocean views. Four fire pits surround the pool deck, with wool blankets provided for cool evenings. A beach valet sets up chairs and umbrellas on the sand daily, and guests can borrow boogie boards and sand toys at no extra cost. Complimentary beach cruisers are available for exploring the coastline.

Room Choices & Personalization

Every room at Beach Terrace Inn includes a private balcony overlooking the ocean. A pillow menu offers seven types of pillows for personalized sleep comfort. Guests choose from multiple coffee makers (including Illy espresso) delivered to the room. Connecting rooms are available for families, and oversized rooms can accommodate up to five guests.

Complimentary Breakfast & Scenic Dining Recognition

Each morning, the hotel serves a complimentary breakfast featuring locally-sourced pastries, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Beach Terrace Carlsbad has earned a spot on the Top 10 Best Scenic Dining list. Guests can also order from a brunchy menu delivered to the room, with options like avocado toast and overnight oats.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Beach Terrace sits directly on the sand in Carlsbad, less than a 10-minute walk from Carlsbad Village, which has over 70 restaurants and shops. Legoland California is 10 minutes away by car, and Oceanside Pier is a 5-minute drive. The California Surf Museum is also within walking distance.

Family-Friendly Offerings

The hotel provides connecting room options so families can stay together. Complimentary beach toys and boogie boards are available at the beach valet station. The heated outdoor pool and fire pits offer safe, supervised spaces for children. Beach Terrace Inn is a family-owned boutique hotel that has hosted returning guests for 16+ years.

• Location: Directly on Carlsbad beach, walking distance to Carlsbad Village's 70+ restaurants and shops
• Rooms: Every room with private ocean-view balcony, pillow menu, and choice of coffee makers
• Dining: Top 10 Best Scenic Dining award, complimentary locally-sourced breakfast
• Amenities: Heated pool with ocean view, fire pits, beach valet, complimentary cruiser bikes
• Family: Connecting rooms, complimentary boogie boards and sand toys
• Award: Recognized as Top 10 Best Scenic Dining