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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,708 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!!"
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥20,836
￥25,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Lobby

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,345 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is ￥14,080
￥15,558 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

3. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (646 reviews)
"Nice older place that’s well taken care of. Great location"
United States
Scott
The price is ￥24,428
￥26,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Moonlight Beach Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.

4. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Place was good, dated, but great location."
United States
Steven
The price is ￥18,450
￥20,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Unique and romantic stay!!! We really enjoyed our time and the staff was warm and welcoming at all times."
United States
Cesar
The price is ￥50,072
￥59,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Inn at Moonlight Beach
A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.

6. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,058 reviews)
"Love staying at this hotel. Great staff, very nice rooms, convenient location."
United States
Sylwia A
The price is ￥21,817
￥23,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

7. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great breakfast :)"
United States
Jamie
The price is ￥19,308
￥21,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, the room was clean and quiet."
United States
cynthia
The price is ￥21,817
￥24,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

9. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"great, adorable, would stay here again!"
United States
Ava
The price is ￥14,414
￥15,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Leucadia Beach Inn
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay at Fairfield Carlsbad. From the welcoming staff, to the amenties such as free breakfast, pool, workout room, to the cleanliness of the facility. It was perfect for our trip to Legoland and visiting our friends in the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥20,644
￥23,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Super clean and friendly staff."
United States
Rosa
The price is ￥21,277
￥24,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

12. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,496 reviews)
"It was very busy the week we stayed but it was still clean and comfortable and relaxing."
United States
Rosie
The price is ￥15,924
￥17,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,750 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was great!"
United States
Christine
The price is ￥16,688
￥18,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

14. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,184 reviews)
"Truly a nice hotel to stay at. The kids loved that the pool was heated."
United States
Jonathan
The price is ￥17,317
￥19,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

15. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is ￥19,994
￥22,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast, friendly staff , great kitchen"
United States
Priyesh
The price is ￥29,284
￥32,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

17. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
11.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,165 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel!!!"
United States
Shannon J
The price is ￥22,245
￥24,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A modern hotel with a landscaped garden, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

18. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
4.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Neil
The price is ￥23,953
￥27,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

19. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,070 reviews)
"nice stay, clean and comfortable."
Mexico
Juan
The price is ￥18,727
￥24,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
West Inn & Suites
A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

20. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3.5 star property
7.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (749 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay - good location and would stay again if I return!!"
United States
Sue
The price is ￥24,397
￥33,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Find the best Downtown Encinitas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a calm sea with surfers in the water.

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.

A coastal landscape with cliffs and a sunset over the ocean.

Olivenhain

Though Olivenhain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach.

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This place is a gem!!! The staff onsite are so helpful and the location is perfect!"
Christopher 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
La Jolla Shores Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Encinitas like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood. Be sure to check out Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach as part of your Downtown Encinitas travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Encinitas?
Based on our traveler data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?
Expedia has 125 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Encinitas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Encinitas area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Encinitas, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Encinitas.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Encinitas?
To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Encinitas or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Encinitas?
Dip your toes in the water at Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, and Swamis Beach while you're in Downtown Encinitas. You could also plan a visit to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens or Encinitas Surfboards while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include D Street Viewpoint, I Street Viewpoint, and J Street Viewpoint. Self Realization Fellowship and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.