The Seabird Resort

Location was perfect. Had concerns about the loud music from a live band across the street as the noise could be heard inside the room. Management was very helpful and took care of my situation. Would definitely stay here again. Great customer service.

The hotel is amazing. Very clean and the staff is very friendly and attentive. I would have put 5 stars but the menu for food at the fire pit wasn't good at all. We were planning to eat appetizers and drinks while watching the sunset but the food didn't sound appetizing. Also the drinks weren't very good either. They had some ube drink witch I love Ube but they put something in the drink that was tangy and it ruined the taste of the drink and the rest of the drink menu also wasn't that great. We all wanted a blended drink like they have on the pool deck but they didn't offer it there. Also the pool bar closes early. We got there right before 6 and the pool was open until 10 but had to order 2 blended drinks where one of them melted because the bar was closing so early. These honestly are my only complaints. The hotel is fabulous!

Pros: The place is beautiful and is in a choice location. Right in the center of downtown, across the street from the beach. Rooms are great, everything works, staff is terrific. I watch for the little things: Elevator is fast. Shower is excellent, TV works fine. Pool was great, (surprisingly the pool is on the third floor). The jacuzzi at the pool works great, although there’s a sign there that says the jacuzzi is for people over the age of 12, and everyone ignored that. I was looking forward to some quiet jacuzzi time and meanwhile it’s filled with young kids bouncing off the walls. Cons: There’s no choice but use the valet for parking. I didn’t have any problems with that, and the guys working the valet were very polite and helpful, but you have to remember to text them in advance of when you want your car, because it’s usually a 10 minute wait. Also, they expect a tip all the time. I’d usually tip $2 when I picked up, not at drop off and pick up. Zero cell phone connectivity; 100% of my cell calls were cut off. I understand that for some people that’s a plus. Not for me.

I picked this place because it was relatively close to Anaheim, where I was visiting a relative, close to Carlsbad, which we were familiar with, and because it was part of Fine Hotels & Resort where we could use Amex Platinum credit. From when we pulled up to check in, we felt welcomed by all the staff we encountered. At check-in, the staff explained all the benefits in detail and where everything was located with a map. We didn't really have any specific plans so we just strolled around the block, walked on the beach, and enjoyed the view from our room and the restaurants. We would like to come again.

The attentiveness of staff is excellent. The hotel was very clean and well kept. it feels brand new. The bar downstairs served small bites with excellent cocktails, you can sit inside or outside next to the fire pits. We walked on the beach every morning which is literally across the street. The pool is large and has lots of lounge chairs, overlooking the ocean. Our room was very quiet and clean with a balcony which allows us to see the ocean and sunsets. We also ate dinner at the restaurant in the hotel and it was very good. You are very close to Carlsbad (try Campfire) that has several incredible restaurants. Everywhere is casual dress with exceptional food. There is also a sister Hotel across the street which you have access to, with a rooftop bar, music and good food. Cheers!!