A place to stay in Carlsbad
Pelican Cove Inn is a four-star hotel in Carlsbad, California. It offers free parking. Room types include the Balboa and the Laguna. Guests rate it 4.3/5 across 435 reviews.
Who'll feel at home here
Expect a four-star property, guest scores around 4.3/5.
Best for
- Families with children
- Road trips & drive-up convenience
Rooms & rates
Choose from 10 room types — including the Balboa, Laguna, Newport.
The location
Pelican Cove Inn is in Carlsbad, California, rated 4.3/5 by guests. Nearby is Rotary Park, about 0.3 mi away.
What sets it apart
Inside Pelican Cove Inn
Amenities at Pelican Cove Inn
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Full Gospel Mission at 0.2 mi; the nearest bus station, Carlsbad Village Bus Station, is 0.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Full Gospel Missionplace of worship0.2 mi
- Rotary Parkpark0.3 mi
- Chase Fieldpark0.4 mi
- Saint Malo Beachbeach1.1 mi
- South Oceanside Beachbeach1.4 mi
Getting around
- Carlsbad Village Bus Stationbus station0.4 mi
- Carlsbad Villagetrain station0.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Pelican Cove Inn wins consistent praise for its prime walkable location, charming vintage character, and personal touches like complimentary snacks, beach gear, and attentive staff — making it feel more like a boutique home than a standard hotel. The most persistent concern is the lack of central air conditioning, which can make rooms uncomfortably warm during summer heat waves, and a handful of guests noted minor maintenance or readiness issues. Travellers visiting outside peak summer heat will likely find it excellent value; those sensitive to warmth or expecting polished hotel uniformity should temper expectations.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 20 · average 9.7
They wrote about: location, comfort, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 9 · average 8
They wrote about: room, location, facilities
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Worth knowing
Common questions
What amenities does Pelican Cove Inn offer?
Pelican Cove Inn offers Non-smoking rooms, Free parking, Free Wifi, Family rooms, Parking, Private Parking, Hairdryer, Linens, Outdoor fireplace, Outdoor furniture, Sun deck, and Terrace.
What room types are available at Pelican Cove Inn?
Room options include Balboa, Laguna, Newport, Carlsbad, Capistrano.
Where is Pelican Cove Inn located?
Pelican Cove Inn is located in Carlsbad, California, at 320 Walnut Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008, United States.
What is the phone number for Pelican Cove Inn?
You can reach Pelican Cove Inn at +1760-300-3761.