Encinitas, CA

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San Diego Botanic Garden featuring a pond and a park
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Encinitas
Encinitas
Encinitas

Where to stay in Encinitas

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Leucadia

4.5/5(260 area reviews)

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.

Leucadia
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Downtown Encinitas

If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Encinitas
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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.

Olivenhain
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA
$140 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$152 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,234 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

2 out of 5
1444 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA
$59 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$65 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Staff super friendly, we love staying here.

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

5 out of 5
2100 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$419 nightly
The price is $469 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$469 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (220 reviews)
Not too family-friendly but a beautiful resort!
We certainly enjoyed our stay. We brought our 2 children with us and had a great time but this is probably not the most family-friendly place. Extremely nice. Would be happy to stay again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury 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.
Alluring Pet-Friendly Oceanfront Home in Encinitas E1084-0

Alluring Pet-Friendly Oceanfront Home in Encinitas E1084-0

Encinitas
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
The views were stunning. The check-in was easy and the management was very responsive. The microwave broke and was replaced within three hours! Amazing! We had a variety of ages from 84 to 10 and everyone had a marvelous time. The rooms were spacious and clean. I would highly recommend this ...

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Alluring Pet-Friendly Oceanfront Home in Encinitas E1084-0
50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC

Encinitas
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
The view was beautiful and access to the beach was nice other than the last step to the beach, it was very challenging. The home was well stocked, was great to have A C, however it was extremely loud in bedroom #3, shockingly loud. There was quite a bit of wear and tear on the walls and base boards ...

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC
Charming Romantic Oceanfront Vacation Rental E1086-0

Charming Romantic Oceanfront Vacation Rental E1086-0

Encinitas
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Beautiful home, very spacious and excellent location. Will definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025

Charming Romantic Oceanfront Vacation Rental E1086-0
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 Encinitas

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
160
5 - Excellent 52%
4 - Good
113
4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
24
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
6
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Kent

Beautiful city with breathtaking views. We will be back!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love visiting this city. The people are always friendly and they have some of the best gluten free foods!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great. Get away.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I LOVE THIS TOWN!!!

4/5 - Good

Alex

It's a quintessential SoCal costal town, quirky and charming

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very nice beach area.

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