Encinitas, CA

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San Diego Botanic Garden featuring a pond and a park
San Diego Botanic Garden showing cuddly or friendly animals
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$147 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$160 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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! (1,244 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

2 out of 5
1444 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA
$56 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$62 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (1,014 reviews)
This was an inexpensive stay in an absolutely fantastic location. The room was pretty clean but run down (tub needed resurfacing, burn hole in the chair, mini-fridge needed to be plugged in and then froze my beverage). There were a couple of dumpsters or shipping containers outside the lobby so hopefully ...

Reviewed on Oct 31, 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
$419 nightly
The price is $469 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$469 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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! (221 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.
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! (38 reviews)
This is a wonderful location with unmatched views of the ocean. The deck, balcony, and home have incredible views and are spacious. The property is private and quiet. The home is a little older, and has a wonderful charm to it. Open beamed ceilings give it a true beach cottage feel.We truly enjoyed ...

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC
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
Private Cottage! Easy Walk Through The Park To Encinitas And Moonlight Beach.

Private Cottage! Easy Walk Through The Park To Encinitas And Moonlight Beach.

Encinitas
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
10/10 Exceptional! (231 reviews)
Wonderful cottage…beautifuly decorated, with everything you need for a perfect stay. Great location, and attentive host!

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Private Cottage! Easy Walk Through The Park To Encinitas And Moonlight Beach.
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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