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Motels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Two single beds with wooden headboards, a large window, and a painting of a sunset above.

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"I’ll definitely stay here again!"
$83 nightly
The price is $92
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Welcome to our reception area, where you can check in and relax in comfort.

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1668)
"Great place. "
$76 nightly
The price is $85
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, bedside table, and wardrobe, offering a view of the outside through the window.

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1616)
"Great stay! Nice place! "
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush trees and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1426)
"It was convenient for my shuttle stop for comic con was close by "
$80 nightly
The price is $92
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Stunning hotel with a classic design, featuring a flat roof and balconies on each floor, surrounded by lush gardens and a serene entrance.

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (1008)
"Staff was very friendly. "
$85 nightly
The price is $96
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a circular window offering a view of the outside, a digital screen, and a motivational quote on the wall.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1000)
"It was a wonderful stay "
$109 nightly
The price is $123
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a coastal landscape painting, and a dining area.

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (580)
"Very nice hotel very close🌸"
$111 nightly
The price is $125
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by a deck and lounge chairs.

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1170)
"Nice, place to stay."
$132 nightly
The price is $146
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total includes taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Pacific Inn
Relax by the pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a metal fence, with a clear view of the surrounding area.

Pacific Inn

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (1001)
"The facility has just been purchased and is under some renovation. It's perfectly located and and potentially will be real nice facility."
$90 nightly
The price is $101
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
Escondido Lodge
Two single beds with dark headboards and white bedding, a bedside table, and a large window with blinds.

Escondido Lodge

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (147)
"We liked the quick check in and friendly staff."
$85 nightly
The price is $93
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total includes taxes and fees
Escondido Lodge
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and enjoy a refreshing swim.

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Great stay "
$75 nightly
The price is $84
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Enjoy a comfortable stay in this stylish room with two single beds, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"Great place! "
$99 nightly
The price is $111
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Park your car in the designated parking area, marked with blue lines, near a convenient restaurant and surrounded by lush greenery.

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (423)
"Great stay!"
$128 nightly
The price is $144
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Relax in a serene space with a large bed, desk, and seating area, offering a view of lush greenery.

Motel Mediteran Escondido

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The room is clean and the area is quiet. Not to mention the area is safe! "
$69 nightly
The price is $76
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Two single beds with wooden headboards and white bedding, a desk and chair, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Motel 6 Escondido, CA

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
"The room is quite big enough for my family, look clean… check in was quick, lots of parking outside… very close to alot of things: Mcdonald, Starbucks, vietnamese restaurant, american… theres couple shopping store near this motel… definitely come back, bed need to upgrade, toilet look spacious and clean… "
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Scandia Motel
Cozy retreat with a bed, desk, kitchenette, and wardrobe.

Scandia Motel

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Love staying here"
$72 nightly
The price is $80
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Scandia Motel
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Guests can enjoy a serene ocean view from the pier, with waves gently lapping at the base.

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Definitely staying here again."
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Enter through the grand archway into a warm and inviting space.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Enjoyed the stay"
$135 nightly
The price is $149
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Vista Inn Motel
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TVs, and a desk for work.

Vista Inn Motel

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (446)
"Enjoyed my stay "
$76 nightly
The price is $83
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Vista Inn Motel
Franciscan Inn
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a grill area.

Franciscan Inn

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (522)
"I liked the cleanliness and that I was in a safe environment. "
$94 nightly
The price is $103
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Franciscan Inn
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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

10/10 Excellent
"Great property, very central to everything "
Aleksandr 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
You can find a great deal from $76 on Cardiff-by-the-Sea motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Cardiff-by-the-Sea motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a Cardiff-by-the-Sea motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.