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1. 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, (1,276 reviews)
"Nice shower great water pressure"
United States
Anna
$98 nightly
The price is $108
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Beach/ocean view

2. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (633 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
$247 nightly
The price is $272
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Moonlight Beach Motel
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3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,089 reviews)
"I loved everything the staff is wonderful they are so friendly and helpful and efficient ,the rooms were clean and the property is well maintained"
United States
Denise
$76 nightly
The price is $85
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

4. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,056 reviews)
"Clean and quiet, this is easily the best room value in San Diego County."
United States
David
$70 nightly
The price is $77
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Mediteran Escondido
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5. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (664 reviews)
"Location, location, location. Well maintained property"
United States
Lita
$79 nightly
The price is $87
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Vista Inn Motel
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a pleasurable stay"
United States
Joyce
$62 nightly
The price is $69
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Scandia Motel
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7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
$122 nightly
The price is $134
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (647 reviews)
"Property is close to everything"
United States
sophoeun
$84 nightly
The price is $92
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Franciscan Inn
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (858 reviews)
"The manager was so nice and helpful the room was nice"
United States
Emma
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
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10. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (566 reviews)
"A very peaceful and quiet place for a great price. It’s a simple and comfortable place to stay, especially if you’re visiting SeaWorld — it’s located nearby. I really enjoyed the calm atmosphere and the fact that you can stay here without spending a lot of money. Great value for the price!"
United States
Zhanna
$99 nightly
The price is $112
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

11. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"They have a great variety of amenities that are great for the weather. Also, the staff was super nice and accommodating to help during your stay."
United States
Kweku
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Room

12. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (204 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
$84 nightly
The price is $95
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Mission Bay Motel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,923 reviews)
"We stayed there for a trip to legoland, location is very close,5 minute walk"
United States
Javier
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
$110 nightly
The price is $121
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Inn
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15. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (158 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
$88 nightly
The price is $97
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hacienda Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

16. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (421 reviews)
"Staff is great - rooms very clean"
United States
Nancy
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Lodge
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17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff was very attentive."
United States
MOISES A
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

18. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"I would stay again."
United States
steven
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

19. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,561 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
karimi
$83 nightly
The price is $93
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

20. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
$82 nightly
The price is $90
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent
"The place is beautiful and clean, the service is excellent, and the staff are wonderful and kind. I loved it very much, and so did my family."
Zainab Abdel Raouf 2-night trip
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

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Cardiff-by-the-Sea Motels information

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Lowest Price
$66
Highest Price
$272

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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.

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