The West Inn and Suites is a great place to stay when visiting LEGOLAND California. We’ve stayed a variety of different hotels in Carlsbad but this one has the most room for families.
It’s less pricey than the official LEGOLAND hotels and offers some unique features like complimentary milk and cookies before bed and king beds in all the rooms! Check out the 5 reasons we love the West Inn and Suites Carlsbad.
West Inn and Suites Carlsbad
The West Inn in Carlsbad is the perfect little hotel to stay on your next visit to San Diego. It offers great family friendly accommodations near top attractions.
Where is West Inn and Suites Located?
The West Inn and Suites in Carlsbad is only a few minutes away from both LEGOLAND and the beach. While it’s definitely within walking distance to the beach but keep in mind it’s not a beach front property.
It’s actually right off the freeway, making it convenient for any fun Southern California adventures you want to take nearby like Sea World and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
It’s also located just a few minutes from Carlsbad Village with lots of dining, shopping and local events.
West Inn & Suites Offers A Complimentary Shuttle
The hotel offers a free shuttle service within a 5 miles radius which includes rides to LEGOLAND California and the beach. We scheduled our ride to LEGOLAND with the front desk and the driver was ready to go with any car seats/boosters installed.
The hotel offers free self parking (included in the resort fee) and it was nice to avoid parking charges at LEGOLAND too. Plus we didn’t have to worry about snagging a parking space close to the front.
The shuttle drop off/pick up location is a short walk to the front entrance to LEGOLAND California. Later in the day we called to schedule the shuttle for our return to the hotel.
Spacious Rooms at the West Inn & Suites
We stayed in a Double King Suite which is their biggest room option, it was a crazy amount of space for our family of 4. There is no door separating the separate living area and sleeping space but the room is so spacious it doesn’t matter. Having double king beds with down comforters in the bedroom area was really nice.
We ran into friends staying at the same time (Fall break is a very popular time to visit LEGOLAND). They were staying in a regular king suite with their 3 kids and had plenty of space too. All rooms have king sized beds, a microwave oven, coffee maker, and mini fridges. Some rooms include living rooms and sofa beds.
4. Heated Outdoor Pool and Spa
If you want to skip the beach, then stop by the headed outdoor swimming pool and spa. If you’d rather hang out at the beach, stop by the front desk to borrow beach chairs and sand toys before you go!
5. Free Hot Breakfast Buffet and Cookies & Milk
We prefer staying at hotels with free breakfast if possible, so the West Inn & Suites meets this request but there is a sweet addition as well.
Each evening at 8pm, head down stairs to the lobby for yummy cookies and cold milk. Our snack was extra special because we were able to share it with our friends.
Reasons to Stay at the West Inn and Suites Carlsbad
- Free wifi and parking (included in amenity fee)
- Complimentary Shuttle Service
- Pet Friendly Hotel (with pet fees)
- All rooms include mini-fridge and microwave
The West Inn and Suites sells snacks out of their pantry near the front desk 24/7. I recommend grabbing some easy snacks to eat while waiting in line at LEGOLAND. It’s also near Carlsbad Premium Outlets if shopping is more of your thing.
LEGOLAND Tips
- Minifigure LEGO trading at LEGOLAND
- What to do when LEGOLAND is busy
- More LEGOLAND tips
- Make matching LEGOLAND shirts for Halloween
Disclosure: We were guests of the West and Inn Suites during this trip. All opinions are my own. This post was originally published December 14, 2014.
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Shannan says
As Linus says in Charlie Brown, “Those are some good reasons!” Sounds ideal!
Carrie with Children says
Wow! Free milk & cookies, no resort fees, free wi-fi, free DVD rentals and king sized beds for all – sounds amazing! Definitely a family friendly spot.
Becca says
You had me at shuttle.
And cookies and milk. Definitely cookies and milk.
Kerri Olkjer says
We’ve never been to Carlsbad, but it’s on our list to vacation to. Legoland and the beach? Right up our alley.
Carrie This Home says
A trip to Legoland sounds so fun! I can’t wait until my son gets a little older so we can make fun trips like this! Now we know where to stay when we go! My hubby and I are pretty picky about hotel rooms and this place looks awesome!
Katie @ The Casual Craftlete says
Wow…all of the amenities sound amazing! I love the close location and free shuttle. Perfect!
Kim says
Great and true article! Love staying at the West Inn. Beds and bedding are incredibly comfy. They also have a couple of handy and clean guest laundry rooms, just in case you need to do a load. Not to forget the friendly caring staff! They really do make you feel at home! Christmas decs are gorgeous! Shuttle will bring you across street to outlet mall, restaurants and strawberry and Flower Fields too! Love you West Inn! See you soon.
Mindi says
This looks great. Man I really want to bring the kids to Legoland someday. Free cookies and milk, a spacious room and free breakfast make it a hat trick in my book!