About Scandia Motel
Aimed at budget-conscious travellers, the Scandia Motel is a no-thrills accommodation option that features free on-site parking and well-equipped rooms. Conveniently located, the motel is approximately ten minutes away on foot from Carlsbad State Beach.
Each room at the Scandia Motel comes equipped with a flat-screen television, microwave and refrigerator. All of the unassuming rooms also benefit from the convenience of a private bathroom.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is supplied by the motel and can be accessed in all areas of the property. For assistance and information, a 24-hour front desk is on-hand at all times.
Numerous popular food options such as Pizza Port and Paon Restaurant are in close proximity for those that want to dine out during their time at the accommodation.
The Carlsbad Village is a 15-minute walk from the motel. Downtown Oceanside is a ten-minute drive, while LEGOLAND California can be reached in less than 15 minutes by car.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Great location for exploring the area
In terms of getting around Carlsbad, the location of the motel was generally popular with former guests. Along with the beach being a short walk away, the property is also in close proximity to various dining choices and attractions.
positive:
Fast and free Wi-Fi
When taking into account overall opinion, the Wi-Fi was regarded as one of the best aspects of staying at the accommodation. As well as being included in the cost of staying, the Wi-Fi has been described as reliable and fast for the most part.
positive:
Accommodating and friendly staff
Based on the feedback of the majority of past guests, the staff members were a positive experience of staying at the motel. For those that were complimentary, the service delivered was considered kind and accommodating.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Rooms lacking in attention
Although they have been reportedly renovated in recent times, the rooms were still judged in a negative light overall by past visitors to the accommodation. In particular, the lack of air conditioning has often been condemned, while the televisions were said to lack in terms of channels available.
negative:
Problematic noise from passing trains
Most former guests have lambasted the motel's close proximity to a railway track. It has been noted that the sound of passing trains can be noticeably bothersome, with the room soundproofing supposedly not up to the task of blocking out the resulting noise.
negative:
No-thrills with limited facilities
With no breakfast option or recreational facilities, the overly basic nature of the accommodation was upsetting at times for previous visitors. Furthermore, and in terms of the public amenities that were provided, the free on-site parking was said to be limited in terms of spaces offered.