What is Downtown Encinitas like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood. Be sure to check out Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach as part of your Downtown Encinitas travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Encinitas?

Based on our traveler data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?

Expedia has 125 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Encinitas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Encinitas area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Encinitas, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Encinitas.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Encinitas?

To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Encinitas or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Encinitas?

Dip your toes in the water at Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, and Swamis Beach while you're in Downtown Encinitas. You could also plan a visit to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens or Encinitas Surfboards while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include D Street Viewpoint, I Street Viewpoint, and J Street Viewpoint. Self Realization Fellowship and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotels

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A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Downtown Encinitas

Antonio

$128 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

2. Moonlight Beach Motel

Downtown Encinitas

Viachaslau

$113 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.

3. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Downtown Encinitas

Hannah

$98 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Total with taxes and fees

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Jeanette

$104 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A corridor with wooden walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Cesar

$314 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.

6. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

1.7 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Sylwia A

$135 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

7. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia, 1.8 mi from Downtown Encinitas

margaret

$92 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

8. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

5.6 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Heather

$123 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

5 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Andrew

$133 nightly

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

10. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

6.1 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Scott

$127 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

11. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

4.3 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Jorge Adrian

$101 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

4.3 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Christine

$107 nightly

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

5.3 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Rolando

$137 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

14. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

7 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Krista

$110 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

5.2 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Tonet

$138 nightly

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

16. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

7.2 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Brenda

$142 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a landscaped garden, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

17. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

5.2 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Brent

$152 nightly

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a paved walkway and palm trees.

18. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

8.3 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Nicole

$104 nightly

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

19. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

7.5 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Allan

$114 nightly

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A two-story building with a brown tiled roof, a stone chimney, and a flag.

20. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

6.8 mi from Downtown Encinitas

Thomas

$127 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Encinitas

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Moonlight Beach Motel	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 668 reviews	View
Inn at Moonlight Beach	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,748 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 1,372 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Find the best Downtown Encinitas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A sunset over a calm sea with surfers in the water.

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

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A coastal landscape with cliffs and a sunset over the ocean.

Olivenhain

Though Olivenhain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach.

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