Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA

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Travel background of the gorgeous California coast, sea salt and spray, beach wash, and wet sand of the Pacific Ocean
Travel background of the gorgeous California coast, sea salt and spray, beach wash, and wet sand of the Pacific Ocean
San Elijo Beach, Cardiff By The Sea - CA
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This image was taken at Swamis beach just north of San Elijo campgrounds. The tide was very low so it made for a perfect walk on the beach afternoon.
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
$137 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$151 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,034 reviews)
Excellent stay. José at the front desk was super kind and helpful. Rooms were clean and location is great to access everything. Will stay again!

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$198 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$227 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,389 reviews)
The room was very clean and the property is gorgeous! Staff was very kind and helpful.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
$147 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$160 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,590 reviews)
Environment & Scenery was quiet, clean & relaxing.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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 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! (1,634 reviews)
Great staff and the room was very clean with comfortable beds, such cute town with little shops all within walking distance! Great place to stay!

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Witch Creek ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
Excellent stay, looking forward to returning.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
"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 CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
Location location location!! Perfect for the beach, Belmont park, restaurants, shops, boardwalk! Our family had a great time!

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

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