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
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.

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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
$146 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$161 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
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! (1,036 reviews)
Accommodations were A-1 in all ways with a pleasant and friendly staff, helpful and kind.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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
$222 nightly
The price is $255 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$255 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (2,410 reviews)
Spotless

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
$180 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$207 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,256 reviews)
Clean room, nice staff especially the breakfast staff

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
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! (1,647 reviews)
On site staff was excellent, mix up with the room but once that was resolved had a great time.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Modern Beachfront Cottage

Modern Beachfront Cottage

Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Oceanside Strand Beach and Oceanside Pier ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
Great spot to stay in Oceanside. Close to walk to many amenities. The pink houses are so cute!! Complimentary coffee, can sit on the porch and watch the waves and surfers. Will gladly come back!!

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Modern Beachfront Cottage
tourmaline beach studio

tourmaline beach studio

San Diego CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in San Diego. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (464 reviews)
Parking. Host left us some cocktails and chips on arrival. Never rending hot water!!

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

tourmaline beach studio
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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