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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (1 King Bed) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
6.8 out of 10, (1,138 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Sharon
The price is ￥12,808
￥14,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Outdoor spa tub

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,325 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Edith
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and staff is very nice. "
United States
Christina
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (513 reviews)
"Wonderful place and the best staff! "
United States
Raquel
The price is ￥16,720
￥18,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Moonlight Beach Motel
Restaurant

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"We had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the peaceful vibes, pretty rooms and grounds, and all the special touches."
United States
lisa
The price is ￥34,248
￥42,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Inn at Moonlight Beach
Terrace/patio

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
20.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,824 reviews)
"Breakfast was great and afternoon happy hours was a plus. The indoor pool was a great value in the rainy days we were visiting SD. "
United States
Fernando
The price is ￥26,746
￥30,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Beach nearby

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
22.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,764 reviews)
"A lovely stay in a quaint area!"
United States
Sydney
The price is ￥25,231
￥29,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Free buffet breakfast on weekends

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
27.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We always book this hotel one of our favorite clean and friendly "
United States
Vevean
The price is ￥17,374
￥19,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
Outdoor pool

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
3.5 star property
20.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay! "
United States
Kristine
The price is ￥26,722
￥30,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
Exterior

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego-Scripps Poway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego-Scripps Poway
2.5 star property
21 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,117 reviews)
"Great breakfast clean room"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥18,682
￥21,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego-Scripps Poway
Balcony

The Sands of La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla
2.5 star property
26.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (726 reviews)
"Clean room great staff"
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥17,235
￥19,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
The Sands of La Jolla
Free continental breakfast

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
2.5 star property
28.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (835 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Cynthia
The price is ￥14,389
￥16,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
24.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and great location "
United States
Julissa
The price is ￥21,188
￥24,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG
Terrace/patio

Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Empress Hotel of La Jolla
3.0 star property
22.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Rachel
The price is ￥26,840
￥33,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Empress Hotel of La Jolla
Lobby

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
26.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,299 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gene
The price is ￥14,784
￥16,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Pleasant Inn
Lobby sitting area

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
28 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,904 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and great location"
United States
Curtis
The price is ￥11,587
￥13,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
Lobby lounge

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
28.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was nice."
United States
Herman
The price is ￥19,790
￥22,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Exterior

Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included
3.0 star property
29.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (280 reviews)
"Wonderful mission beach stay! The room had a great kitchenette and small dining table/chairs. Super close to the beach. We rented the free bicycles and rode up the coast which was super fun! Private hot tub was great to relax in at the end of the day."
United States
Katherine
The price is ￥20,173
￥22,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included
Free daily buffet breakfast

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
3.0 star property
27.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,468 reviews)
"Very clean hotel and the staff very friendly and wellcoming "
United States
Sandra
The price is ￥14,054
￥16,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
Lobby

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
19 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,416 reviews)
"Good rooms and convenient location "
United States
Saroop
The price is ￥20,026
￥23,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Find the best Downtown Encinitas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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 Moonlight State Beach.

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

10/10 Excellent
"The room was great, and the staff were amazing. Thanks for a wonderful stay!"
Matthew 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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 Expedia customer reviews, Inn at Moonlight Beach is the highest ranked property in Downtown Encinitas. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Moonlight Beach Motel and Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?
Expedia has 140 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 or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include Encinitas Surfboards, D Street Viewpoint, and I Street Viewpoint. J Street Viewpoint and Beacon Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.