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Our top choices for San Elijo State Beach hotels

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
1.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Amazing hand cooked breakfast by the owners! "
United States
Jacklyn
The price is ￥64,660
￥71,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Twelve Senses Retreat
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
1.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,064 reviews)
"Love staying at this hotel. Great staff, very nice rooms, convenient location."
United States
Sylwia A
The price is ￥20,206
￥22,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (836 reviews)
"Our favorite place to stay!"
United States
Kelley Van
The price is ￥36,065
￥39,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
2.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,758 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!!"
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥18,074
￥22,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
2.5 km from San Elijo State Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,383 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is ￥16,308
￥18,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
13.4 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,183 reviews)
"It was a great stay! Close to Legoland and the breakfast was great"
United States
Heather
The price is ￥22,206
￥24,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
17.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff great breakfast"
United States
Laura
The price is ￥22,624
￥24,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A modern resort with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor area, and a sunset view.

8. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
10.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"This resort is dreamy! The staff is incredible and sweet!"
United States
Lilit
The price is ￥171,351
￥198,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

9. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
11.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is ￥18,590
￥21,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

10. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
13.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,947 reviews)
"Loved staying there. It was very relaxing and peaceful."
United States
Maureen
The price is ￥16,406
￥22,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Lakehouse Resort
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

11. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
12.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,042 reviews)
"nice stay, clean and comfortable."
Mexico
Juan
The price is ￥20,634
￥26,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
West Inn & Suites
A corridor with a view of the ocean at sunset, potted plants, and a railing.

12. Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
2.0 star property
7.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,044 reviews)
"Great place right on the beach!!"
United States
Jodie
The price is ￥30,848
￥40,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Del Mar Beach Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

13. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
11.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Very Clean easy and great breakfast!"
United States
Patrick
The price is ￥19,702
￥22,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and surrounding greenery.

14. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar
5.0 star property
12.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent property and stay"
United States
James
The price is ￥73,516
￥97,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

15. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3.5 star property
8.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,226 reviews)
"Nice hotel for the price, we really enjoyed our stay here"
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥19,946
￥22,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
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
12.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful time there. Everything was magnificent and the staff was great also."
United States
Robert
The price is ￥27,893
￥31,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
10.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennelyne
The price is ￥22,623
￥25,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
A well-lit pathway leading to a building with multiple rooms, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating areas.

18. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
5.0 star property
7.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
"Beautiful place! The staff were amazingly helpful and friendly!!!"
United States
Anita
The price is ￥53,720
￥66,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

19. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
16.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Overall great location, staff, and room"
United States
Melissa
The price is ￥20,552
￥23,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

20. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location and very walkable. Near the coastline and also great restaurants and coffee. Comfortable bed and nice kitchen to use"
United States
Gail
The price is ￥13,331
￥14,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Leucadia Beach Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to San Elijo State Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.
Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
45 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,064 reviews
View
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
836 reviews
View
A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,758 reviews
View
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
1,383 reviews
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Top San Elijo State Beach Hotel Reviews

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

10/10 Excellent
"Great location , comfortable bed , spacious room"
Alison 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

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Cardiff State Beach

9.4/10 (113 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Elijo State Beach?
San Elijo State Beach is located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 85 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near San Elijo State Beach?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from San Elijo State Beach. Another good option is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, located just 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to San Elijo State Beach?
Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Elijo State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Elijo State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near San Elijo State Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Elijo State Beach?
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What can I see and do near San Elijo State Beach?
You can watch performances at Belly Up, The Sound, and North Coast Repertory Theatre if you're interested in local theater. You can wander around Encinitas Community Park, Seagrove Park, or Stagecoach Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Moonlight State Beach, Solana Beach, and Del Mar Beach.