''It's literally right across the street from the ocean. The stairs to go down to the ocean are less than 30 ft away from the front of the building. Does it matter where you go or what you do you will have a blast. Ocean Palms employees are top-notch and a ton of fun''

''My wife and I stayed two nights at the Carlsbad Ocean Palms Beach Resort in February and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Some highlights, pros and cons include: - The location is fantastic, situated right across the street from the entrance to the public beach; you can see the ocean from the property, depending on where you're standing. It is also a close walk to many fantastic shops and restaurants right in the heart of Carlsbad Village. You can easily walk everywhere close by, without the need to ever get in your car. - We stayed in a studio room; while on the smaller side, the room features a kitchenette with full size fridge, stove, sink, and plenty of cabinet space, which are great additions to have, particularly if you want to do any cooking. The spacious walk-in shower was nice as well. The room has a quaint, cozy feel with a beach decor. - The only real complaint on the room was that the bed was a bit bouncy and not the most comfortable, but overall it was not too bad and didn't detract from the overall experience. There's also no closet, which is a little weird, but they do have a pull out hanging rack mounted to the wall where you can hang your clothes. - The hotel structure is around the perimeter, with a middle courtyard-type area featuring multiple fire pits that run after sunset, which is a very nice area to relax and enjoy the view of the stars above. - Parking is free around the perimeter, but is first-come-first-served so it may be hard to find a close spot depending on when you arrive. - They do offer a free "breakfast", but it's mainly just fruit, juice and packaged snacks (though there is a Starbucks self-serve coffee machine in the lobby, which is nice). However, given the amount of fantastic breakfast spots nearby the lack of a hearty breakfast option wasn't an issue. - The rate was also quite reasonable for a beach-adjacent hotel in southern CA, over a weekend and booked only a few days in advance. Overall, we had a great time and would gladly stay here again.''

''Thank you for the opportunity to share our feedback on our recent stay. Upon arrival, we were immediately impressed by the property—it is absolutely beautiful and incredibly calming. The fire pits were a wonderful touch, providing a cozy atmosphere. The check-in process was smooth, and the customer service was exceptional. The rooms were lovely and comfortable, and we were truly impressed initially. However, our experience took a turn when it came time to sleep. Unfortunately, the bed was very uncomfortable. We found ourselves tossing and turning throughout the night, and woke up with back and body aches, having hardly slept at all. Additionally, we were looking forward to using the jacuzzi tub, but were put off by some hairs stuck in the jets, which made us feel a bit uncomfortable. On a positive note, the shower was fantastic. We really wish the beds were more comfortable, as we otherwise enjoyed our stay. If the bedding situation improves, we would definitely consider returning. Until then, we’re not sure we will be back. We received an email asking about our stay and I emailed back and no response. Disappointed''

''This little gem of a locally owned lodge is fantastic, For couples or families - it's a great place to stay - free & easy parking - proximity to the beach and village. We haven't yet stayed in high season - but notice many rooms occupied - but still plenty of space to enjoy quiet outside your room. Already booked our next stay.''

''Such a beautiful property and the rooms are so clean. The service is exceptional! Being so close to the ocean is a huge perk. 3rd time I’ve stayed here and it’s one of my favorite places in the world!''