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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea motels

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

1. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (677 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
$125 nightly
The price is $138
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Moonlight Beach Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

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, (1,385 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
$104 nightly
The price is $114
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,966 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
$65 nightly
The price is $73
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

4. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,072 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
$66 nightly
The price is $72
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

5. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (346 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
$80 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Mission Bay Motel
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal serving trays.

6. 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)
"Love that there were a lot of different places within walking distance."
United States
Pedro
$131 nightly
The price is $144
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

7. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean"
United States
Kaitlin
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Scandia Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

8. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (486 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
$72 nightly
The price is $79
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Lodge
A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (907 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff was helpful. Breakfast was more like coffee, apples, banana."
United States
Carmen
$68 nightly
The price is $77
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area.

10. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (684 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
$79 nightly
The price is $87
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Franciscan Inn
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

11. 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, (605 reviews)
"Love the location and live plants on the property"
United States
Evelyn
$99 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, spacious rooms. Would stay here again"
United States
Tiffany
$75 nightly
The price is $84
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,131 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

14. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (165 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
$99 nightly
The price is $109
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hacienda Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

15. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (177 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
$413 nightly
The price is $454
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Inn
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

16. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.2 out of 10, (701 reviews)
"Must of the amenities work for a quiet stay personal was so helpful and there is restaurants close by and parks is close to the freeway"
United States
Luis
Vista Inn Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. A nice place to stay for price."
United States
Patricia
$71 nightly
The price is $79
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

18. Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It was very clean and neet"
United States
Danny
$68 nightly
The price is $76
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

19. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,764 reviews)
"Such a great location"
United States
Brendan
$65 nightly
The price is $73
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A pier extending into the ocean with a sunset in the background.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Victor
$97 nightly
The price is $109
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
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Learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

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A wooden sign with 'Welcome to CARDIFF By the Sea' written on it.

Top reviews in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
Downtown Encinitas

10/10 Excellent

The Moonlight Beach Motel has been nicely updated recently and the view from the deluxe double room was amazing! There are no frills but has what you need including coffee maker, mini fridge & microwave & you can beat how close to the beach it is. It is very clean & well kept and Jordan at the front desk is very nice & helpful. I will stay here again.
United States
Bill
Reviewed January 29, 2022
Moonlight Beach Motel

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