Hotels in Encinitas

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The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
$189
$246 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Dana on Mission Bay

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Mission Bay
$209
$293 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
$286
$386 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$145
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Downtown San Diego
$152
$211 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Downtown San Diego
$183
$260 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Carmel Valley
$152
$173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
$218
$306 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Bahia Resort Hotel

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
Lake San Marcos
$125
$168 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Lakehouse Resort

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
Downtown San Diego
$141
$191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Sofia Hotel

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$147
$205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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
$148
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
$152
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
Clairemont
$89
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
California Suites Hotel

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
$139
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$325
$387 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$260
$287 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Del Mar Heights
$186
$212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
Downtown Encinitas
$233
$256 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Moonlight Beach Motel
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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$78 off
$302
per night
$695 total
includes taxes & fees
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

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

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
$129 off
$365
per night
$950 total
includes taxes & fees
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
Encinitas
$479
per night
$1,056 total
includes taxes & fees
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Twelve Senses Retreat

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
South Beach
$394
per night
$960 total
includes taxes & fees
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Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Aviara
$394 off
$789
per night
$1,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$148
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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 9 - Sep 10
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
Leucadia
$129
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Leucadia Beach Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$96
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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 10 - Sep 11
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$147
$205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
$139
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
$122
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
City Center
$66
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
$171
$219 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$145
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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
$148
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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
$147
$205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$96
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
$113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$94
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach
$114
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
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 3 - Sep 4
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
$122
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$145
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$96
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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
$147
$205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 10 - Sep 11
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach
$114
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
$139
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
Leucadia
$93
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad Ranch
$206
$270 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Grand Pacific Palisades

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
$171
$219 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
$122
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
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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.
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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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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 family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
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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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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 Beacon Beach and Grandview Surf Beach, both within a short walk.
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Self Realization Fellowship

8.8/10 (75 reviews)
If you're interested in local religious buildings head to Downtown Encinitas— home to Self Realization Fellowship. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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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

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Jennifer was great as well as the woman at the desk on Monday. The cleaning staff also went out of their way to help me."
Geoffrey 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Moonlight Beach Motel
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

10/10 Excellent
"I liked the breakfast that was included."
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean, beds were comfortable, A/c worked great! Breakfast was fairly standard but nice. Location is very convenient and nice to have free parking on site."
Jeff 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

8/10 Good
"Wonderful staff and experience at this classic spot, we will be back for sure!"
Maria 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Leucadia Beach Inn

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?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 155 vacation homes. In addition, there are 10 apartments and 6 condos.
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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