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Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff very friendly and helpful "
United States
Tina
Moonlight Beach Motel

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,171 reviews)
"Good place to stay for the evening and enjoy local eateries "
United States
Marcus
$100 nightly
The price is $110
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Patricia
$120 nightly
The price is $132
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,540 reviews)
"Really great location and kind staff!! "
Canada
Sarah
$159 nightly
The price is $174
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Great Place!"
United States
James
$271 nightly
The price is $295
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Inn at Moonlight Beach

The Sands of La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla
2.5 star property
16.3 mi from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (812 reviews)
"Great room in good area"
United States
Hector
$134 nightly
The price is $151
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Sands of La Jolla

Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay
2.5 star property
18.4 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (385 reviews)
"The stay was good and close to the zoo and beach also shopping"
United States
Carol
$87 nightly
The price is $100
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
2.0 star property
5.7 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family"
United States
Vommi
$281 nightly
The price is $314
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
LEGOLAND California Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
19.1 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,066 reviews)
"Nice place to stay with the kids."
United States
Paul
$223 nightly
The price is $257
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
12.7 mi from Downtown Encinitas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,267 reviews)
"Friendly staff clean room overall a pleasant and easy stay."
United States
James
$95 nightly
The price is $110
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar
2.0 star property
14.9 mi from Downtown Encinitas
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Well maintained property, staff were professional and very nice"
United States
Cherie
$91 nightly
The price is $100
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
13.2 mi from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Always love staying here, great location and friendly staff "
United States
Joshua
$74 nightly
The price is $81
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
5.6 mi from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent service, restaurant recommendation, amenities, comfort, quality and condition!"
United States
Scott
$132 nightly
The price is $148
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
3.0 star property
8.2 mi from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome place…will stay again."
United States
Mark
$202 nightly
The price is $226
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
7.3 mi from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,545 reviews)
"Great spot to stay. Great pool Overall great hotel"
United States
Luis
$166 nightly
The price is $180
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Lakehouse Resort

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
16.2 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,392 reviews)
"Clean room nice staff"
United States
Elizabeth
$110 nightly
The price is $126
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Pleasant Inn

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
17.4 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2,090 reviews)
"Great experience, will stay here again"
United States
Victoria
$96 nightly
The price is $111
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel
2.5 star property
13 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, delicious breakfast and easy parking "
United States
Hector Valadez
$143 nightly
The price is $157
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Escondido Hotel

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
6.1 mi from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great staff and even better amenities"
United States
Eric
$135 nightly
The price is $151
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
13.4 mi from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,351 reviews)
"Phenomenal stay! We paid extra to have a room with the balcony overlooking the ocean and it was worth every penny. We stayed with our 16 month old and 6 year old who absolutely loved this hotel. "
United States
Kevin
$279 nightly
The price is $320
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Shores Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

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

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.

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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Frequently asked questions

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 offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?
Expedia has 132 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 or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include Encinitas Surfboards, D Street Viewpoint, and I Street Viewpoint. J Street Viewpoint and Beacon Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.