Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA

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A sandy beach with scattered rocks and seaweed, a calm sea, and a cliff with vegetation and palm trees.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a wooden boardwalk along a cliff.
A rocky beach with palm trees and cliffs.
A beach with palm trees silhouetted against a sunset sky.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a rocky hillside with sparse vegetation.
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$285 nightly
The price is $328 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$328 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,789 reviews)
"The only thing I liked was that the staff was helpful to let me check out 2 days early and go to a nicer resort. This is NOT a resort, it is a low bar Disney motel build in 1960 and not maintained. Tidal is good however, thank goodness for that."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$114 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,801 reviews)
"The Hotel's location is very good and in nearby distance to other attraction places including the beach and shoping marts. The ambiance at the hotel was very good and we loved our stay at the hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

California Suites Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$248 nightly
The price is $285 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$285 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,463 reviews)
"Every thing was excellent"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,802 reviews)
"Great location right at the village. Room was clean and nicely decorated. Hallway outside in that wing was a bit hot/humid. Slow elevator. Grounds were beautiful and easy access to the beach. I would definitely return."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

2.5 out of 5
550 Via De La Valle Solana Beach CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Solana Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar Racetrack are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (315 reviews)
"Everything was provided as advertised. Unfortunately, I had to pay a premium because it was the last room they had available. They forgot to replace the shampoo canister in the shower - which is a minor thing - and the blow dryer wasn't working properly. I'm sure they would've replaced everything ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
Wave Crest Resort

Wave Crest Resort

3 out of 5
1400 Ocean Avenue Del Mar CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Del Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful pool and hot tub, with parking and quiet at night"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026

Wave Crest Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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