Hotels in Encinitas

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Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Mission Bay
$208
$292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
Lake San Marcos
$116
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Lakehouse Resort

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Downtown San Diego
$152
$211 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
$161
$213 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
The Dana on Mission Bay

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
$293
$394 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Carmel Valley
$152
$173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$125
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
Downtown San Diego
$155
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The Sofia Hotel

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Downtown San Diego
$179
$256 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$131
$187 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$147
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
Clairemont
$89
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
California Suites Hotel

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$275
$333 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$224
$247 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
$129
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
$179
$206 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Vista
$139
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
Downtown Encinitas
$161
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Moonlight Beach Motel
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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$21 off
$126
per night
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$12 off
$105
per night
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$25 off
$224
per night
$247 total
includes taxes & fees
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$275
per night
$333 total
includes taxes & fees
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad Ranch
$195
per night
$257 total
includes taxes & fees
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Grand Pacific Palisades

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Carlsbad Ranch
$254
per night
$337 total
includes taxes & fees
LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
South Beach
$278
per night
$350 total
includes taxes & fees
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Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$33 off
$150
per night
$336 total
includes taxes & fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$100 off
$449
per night
$990 total
includes taxes & fees
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$466
per night
$1,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
$144 off
$407
per night
$1,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Encinitas
$273 off
$773
per night
$1,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Aviara
$352 off
$705
per night
$1,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Carlsbad Ranch
$473
per night
$1,170 total
includes taxes & fees
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LEGOLAND California Hotel

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Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
Leucadia
$101
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Leucadia Beach Inn

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$147
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
$113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$131
$187 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
$139
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
$155
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
City Center
$65
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
$131
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$125
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$147
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$131
$187 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
$113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$103
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
$139
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach
$122
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
$155
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Top neighborhoods in Encinitas

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

Downtown Encinitas

Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood is home to attractions such as Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach.

Top landmarks in Encinitas

A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.
Photo by Wendy Montroy

Moonlight State Beach

9.2/10 (544 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Moonlight State Beach, located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Beacon Beach located nearby.
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A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.
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San Diego Botanic Garden

9.0/10 (151 reviews)
San Diego Botanic Garden is worth a visit, located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
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Swamis Beach

9.2/10 (171 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Swamis Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at San Elijo State Beach, just a short walk away.
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A coastal beach with houses on a cliff, waves, and people.
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South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, South Ponto Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach located nearby.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
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Leucadia State Beach

9.4/10 (161 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Leucadia State Beach located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach and Beacon Beach, both within a short walk.
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Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

9.0/10 (96 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, just one of the family attractions in central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, you'll love Del Mar Fairgrounds and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin', both located nearby.
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Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

7.6/10 (44 reviews)
You might want to practice your swing at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, a golf course located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If Encinitas Ranch Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and The Crossings at Carlsbad are also nearby.
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Grandview Surf Beach

9.0/10 (92 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Grandview Surf Beach, located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at Leucadia State Beach, just a short walk away.
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Learn more about Encinitas

Hang ten at Swami's Beach, immortalized by the Beach Boys in 'Surfin' USA.' The Self-Realization Fellowship Gardens offer peaceful meditation spaces on coastal bluffs overlooking the Pacific. Downtown feels like a 1950s movie set with a classic welcome sign spanning Coast Highway. Moonlight State Beach provides perfect swimming when Swami's waves prove too challenging. San Elijo State Beach attracts campers who wake to oceanfront views without the premium price. After sunset, explore main street's surf shops and seafood spots where locals debate wave conditions with scholarly precision. Families can venture to nearby LEGOLAND for a theme park experience that complements beach days.

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Check out reviews of Encinitas hotels guests love

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Kaitlin 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Manager went out of his way to ensure our stay was good. He was SO nice!"
M J 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Leucadia Beach Inn
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location in walking distance from the beach and restaurants, the room was very clean with plenty of space, and the staff was friendly. I would stay here again."
Barry 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Moonlight Beach Motel

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Encinitas?
Can I book a refundable hotel in Encinitas?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Encinitas, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Encinitas if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
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What will the weather in Encinitas be like during my vacation?
September and August are typically the warmest months in Encinitas when the average temp is 70°F. February and January are the coldest months when the average temperature is 57°F. December and January are the months with the most rain.
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