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 San Elijo State Beach 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
$147 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$161 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,262 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay. The property is older but the room was clean, tidy and spacious with a lovely view of the ocean. The room was well equipped with all of the essentials like toiletries, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities, and USB charging ports in the alarm clock.. something that is lacking ...

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
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
$483 nightly
The price is $541 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$541 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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
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 Dec 21 to Dec 22
$65 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. We will be back when we are in the area again. We will also tell pur friends. Thank you so much!

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
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 CA
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! (40 reviews)
Magical! Perfect location with mesmerizing views of the beach and ocean. The stairs from the house down to the beach are an adventure that is a must do if you stay at this property. Just gonslow and feel evey moment.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC
Experience coastal charm near Moonlight State Beach

Experience coastal charm near Moonlight State Beach

Encinitas CA
Stay at this vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight State Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Fantastic place and location.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Experience coastal charm near Moonlight State Beach
Bluff-Top Beauty With Ocean Views - 1086

Bluff-Top Beauty With Ocean Views - 1086

Encinitas CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Beautiful home, very spacious and excellent location. Will definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025

Bluff-Top Beauty With Ocean Views - 1086
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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