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Hotel overview

Discover the best that Southern California has to offer at the new Cape Rey Carlsbad Hilton Resort, which has been awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award within one year of opening.  Our seaside resort is perfectly situated across from the Pacific Ocean with gorgeous sweeping ocean views, taking advantage of its western exposure and breathtaking vistas, while also providing all the boutique amenities of a fine resort.

Location

Carlsbad
Carlsbad Poinsettia Coaster Station : 1 mile
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) : 95 miles
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) : 3 miles
Oceanside Amtrak Station : 8 miles
Orange County Airport (SNA) : 55 miles
San Diego International Airport (SAN) : 30 miles

Property information

Year Built: 2012
Total rooms: 207

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Hotel details

Dining

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Amenities

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Activities

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Hotel advisories

Advisory Resort Fee: A mandatory hotel-imposed fee of $25 (plus tax) per room, per day is charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out. For details of what is included in the resort fee, please see hotel policies. Please note the resort fee is subject to change without prior notice.
Advisory Parking Fee: A self-parking fee of $19 (plus tax) per room, per day, per vehicle will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. A valet-parking fee of $24 plus tax per room, per day, per vehicle will be charged and collected at check-in or check out. Please note the parking fee is subject to change without prior notice.

General policies & fine print

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:

Check-in Policy: Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

Convention Policy: Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

Hotel Spring Break Policy: This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.

General Information: Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

Resort Fee: A mandatory hotel-imposed fee is charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.

Mandatory hotel-imposed resort fee inclusions:
• Local shuttle service within a 5-mile radius (subject to availability)
• 15% off select spa treatments at Ocean Crest Spa (restrictions apply)
• Beach packs - beach chairs, umbrellas, towels
• Coffee & assorted teas in the lobby (6:30am-9:30am)
• Newspapers
• 1-800 & local calls
• Wi-Fi
• 90-minute bike rental
• Access to 24-hour fitness center
• Beach Butler Service at Ponto Beach (seasonal)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change. The hotel can provide current fee and inclusions when you check-in.

Ratings & reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 2559 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great stay

    Quiet beach that is only a short walk from the resort. Great meals and Chandler's restaurant is always consisyent with very friendly staff. We are return customers who go back a few times per year and love this resort because it is quiet and relaxed.

    Apr 21, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Can’t see a thing!

    Ooh dear! I generally like the quality of a Hilton Hotel, but the Cape Rey is below standard. The central heating system is so noisythat you can’t have it on, ever! Also we had a oceanview / swimming poole view but I could barely see anything out of the filthiest windows I have ever come across, in my whole life. Ooh dear! Staff are lovely and bedding great.

    Apr 20, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great spot in Socal

    We enjoyed our time at Cape Rey. We liked the room, location near the beach, away from busy Carlsbad village. The restaurant is good in the evening, just get breakfast somewhere else, not impressed at all. The pool area really needs a good cleaning every morning because some guests are careless and some staff members need more attention to details, they don't pick up all the trash and litter.... The free hotel shuttle/ car ride is really convenient within a 5 mile radius. Stephen (local Surfer) drove us around safely and we enjoyed his upbeat personality. Get him when you can. Use the Coaster train to get there and Stephen will pick you up at the Poinsettia station located nearby. It is better, cheaper and cleaner than the $30 daily parking fee, oooch! Keep in mind, there is an additional $35 daily "resort fee" as well. Location, location, location.

    Apr 20, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    If you need a good hotel on the beach in Carlsbad, then this is yours.

    Excellent location within proximity to Restaurants, Legoland and the beach. Exceptional staff and service and a great place for a family stay. Bikes and Surfboard rentals available, as well as a very nice pool. Rooms are comfortable and spacious.

    Apr 19, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Need to go back for a longer stay.

    Great location I heard the gym and it was very nice. Clean had good equipment and I had a good workout. Breakfast can be a little faster though. Some people might be in a hurry for breakfast but I understand that’s just flow related. …………………….. good stay

    Apr 18, 2025