---
title: Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa
slug: cape-rey-carlsbad-beach-a-hilton-resort-spa
type: hotel
sub_type: hotels
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/cape-rey-carlsbad-beach-a-hilton-resort-spa
city: Carlsbad
state: CA
country: US
address: 1 Ponto Road
geo:
  lat: 33.09779
  lng: -117.31593
cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:21:05.315Z
price_from:
  amount: 359.75
  currency: USD
  unit: per_night
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 2882
  scale: 5
room_rates:
  - name: Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
    price: 215
    regular_price: 255
    savings: 40
  - name: Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, and Balcony, Non-Smoking
    price: 345
    regular_price: 360
    savings: 15
  - name: Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds and Pool View, Non-Smoking
    price: 235
    regular_price: 275
    savings: 40
  - name: King Room, Non-Smoking
    price: 195
    regular_price: 235
    savings: 40
  - name: King Room with Pool View with Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking
    price: 245
    regular_price: 285
    savings: 40
---
## Overview
Located in northern San Diego and voted #2 Best Resort in Carlsbad, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach Resort and Spa features balcony rooms with ocean views and is approximately 150 steps from the beach. This beachfront hotel is just minutes away from LEGOLAND California, the historic Del Mar Race Track, SeaWorld San Diego, the San Diego Zoo, and Safari Park.

## What's Included
- Spacious rooms with WiFi, a 50-inch HDTV with extended channels, an iPod docking station, a microwave, and a refrigerator
- Select rooms offer balconies or patios with ocean views
- Use of an outdoor pool and an elevated spa area
- On-site bar and restaurant (Chandler’s Restaurant & Lounge)
- Fitness center and business center with fax and photocopying services
- Shuttle service to nearby attractions such as LEGOLAND and Carlsbad Premium Outlets

## What's Not Included
- Parking fees: Self-parking is $40 + tax per night, and valet parking is $45 + tax per night, per vehicle
- Pet fees: Non-refundable pet deposit fee of $75 + tax and pet fee of $75 + tax per night (up to 2 pets per room, max weight 25 lbs)
- Breakfast is available for an additional surcharge
- Beach/pool cabanas and other amenities may have additional surcharges

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## Room Rates

- **Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking** — $215.00/night (regularly $255.00/night, save $40.00)
- **Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, and Balcony, Non-Smoking** — $345.00/night (regularly $360.00/night, save $15.00)
- **Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds and Pool View, Non-Smoking** — $235.00/night (regularly $275.00/night, save $40.00)
- **King Room, Non-Smoking** — $195.00/night (regularly $235.00/night, save $40.00)
- **King Room with Pool View with Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking** — $245.00/night (regularly $285.00/night, save $40.00)

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## Good to Know
* Minimum age to check in is 18.
* Pets are allowed. Pet-friendly rooms are subject to fees and availability.
* The property is non-smoking.
* Located 5 miles from Carlsbad Premium Outlets, LEGOLAND, and the Flower Fields.
* About 4 miles from Crossings Golf Course.
* Daily resort fee is $35 + tax and includes WiFi, beach chairs, towels & umbrellas, 2 refillable water bottles, shuttle service, morning premium coffee, beach bicycles, discounts on Ebike rentals, select spa treatments, and pool cabanas, and gift shop retail.
* Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM
* Accessible features include accessible parking, a pool lift, accessible routes, and accessible in-room amenities. Contact the hotel for specific needs.

## Cancellation Policy
This block is not provided in the source.

## FAQs

### Are there any smoking rooms available?
No. This is a smoke-free property.

### Is Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa pet-friendly?
Pets are welcome, and up to 2 pets per room, with a maximum weight of 25 lbs. A non-refundable pet deposit fee of $75 + tax is required upon arrival and the pet fee is $75 + tax per night. Please notify the hotel prior to the arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited.

### What is the minimum age to check in?
The reservation holder must be at least 18 years old to check in with a matching, valid, government-issued photo ID and credit card.

### Is there a fitness room?
Yes.

### Is there parking available?
Yes. Parking is available for a fee. Self-parking is $40 + tax, and valet parking is $45 + tax.

### Is there any resort fee?
Yes. Daily resort fee is $35 + tax and includes WiFi; beach chairs, towels & umbrellas; 2 water bottles, refillable at stations; shuttle service; morning premium coffee; beach bicycles; 20% off Ebike rentals; 15% off select spa treatments; 10% off pool cabanas & gift shop retail.

### Does the property have a restaurant on site?
Yes, the property has 1 restaurant: Chandlers.

### Are there any additional charges besides room and tax?
This hotel charges a service fee collected at check-in.

### What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

### Is the hotel accessible? What accessible amenities are available?
The hotel is accessible. Accessible features include accessible parking, a pool lift, accessible areas with accessible routes from public entrances, and accessible in-room amenities. Please contact the hotel directly for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements.

### How far is Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa to the nearest airport?
McClellan-Palomar Airport is 2.86 miles away.

### What's nearby Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa?
Some of the attractions close to the hotel are the Museum of Making Music 1.80 miles, Legoland California 4.8 miles, Encinitas Ranch Golf Course 3.11 miles, Alga Norte Community Park 3.42 miles, Carlsbad Lagoon 3.60 miles and San Diego Botanic Garden 3.73 miles.

## Reviews
> "Average stay experience"
> — prentissr2026, June 12, 2026

> "Anne"
> — Z2662KTannec, June 11, 2026

> "Amazing resort with the best staff ever!"
> — chrispG2563BQ, June 8, 2026

> "Great attention to the details!"
> — Bri_SoCal, Lake Forest, California, June 7, 2026

> "Wonderful. I want to return."
> — slguevara, Riverbank, California, June 7, 2026