Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA

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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

3 out of 5
1661 Villa Cardiff Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
$140 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$154 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"This place has a fantastic location, just a short drive to the 5 freeway and only about 4 minutes from to the beach. Plus, their breakfast is truly impressive, a lovely spread that really adds to the experience."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$132 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,549 reviews)
"I love"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$116 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,069 reviews)
"Not a bad place. A bit expencive for the overall quality... but that is solely the fault of ownership... not the staff."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Handlery Hotel
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Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,494 reviews)
"We highly recommend this resort! Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Close to restaurants, everywhere is walkable."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
The Marbella

The Marbella

3.5 out of 5
308 S The Strand, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside ...
9/10 Wonderful! (103 reviews)
"Booked this hotel to celebrate my wife’s birthday and it was beyond amazing. Definitely booking again in the future."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

The Marbella
"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!

San Diego
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (195 reviews)
"Beautiful home and great location for beach access. Close to everything we wanted to do on our vacation. Great for our large family! Floors were dirty due to sand residue and some minor things were broken but host was very responsive and helpful"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

"Entire" Luxury Beach Home Steps from Mission Beach with Hot Tub -Not a Condo!
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Popular places to visit

An early sunset in Cardiff makes everything alright. Best times to catch a sunset here is in fall.

Cardiff State Beach

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.

Cardiff State Beach

Encinitas Community Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.

Encinitas Community Park

Eli Howard Surf School

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Eli Howard Surf School and popular activities like surfing in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Eli Howard Surf School

Things to do

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

$246
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

$149
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

$96
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

$25
per adult
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals
San Diego: Sushi Making Class at a Local Wine Bar

San Diego: Sushi Making Class at a Local Wine Bar

$75
per adult
San Diego: Sushi Making Class at a Local Wine Bar
French Bistro Class in San Diego Includes 4 Course Meal

Elegant French Bistro Class in San Diego (Includes 4-Course Meal)

$159
per adult
Elegant French Bistro Class in San Diego (Includes 4-Course Meal)
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Reviews of Cardiff-by-the-Sea

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
35
5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
17
4 - Good 22%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 16%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 7%
1 - Terrible
7
1 - Terrible 9%

5/5 - Excellent

Brooke

A couple miles North on Pacific Coast Highway in Encinitas has some wonderful restaurants, shops and nightlife. I enjoyed biking there. Moonlight Beach is also. The BEST ice cream is at Handels Ice Cream. Try S’mores or Key Like Pie flavor.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice Place.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great spot

3/5 - Okay

JT

Update your facilities.

3/5 - Okay

DiDi

Very crowded

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I wish i knew about the remodling and pool being closed

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