Encinitas, CA
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Leucadia
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Grandview Surf Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Encinitas
If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
85 Encinitas Boulevard Encinitas CA
$141 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$154 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,669 reviews)
"We’ve been staying here for years and each year it gets significantly worse. There were stains on the headboard, mold in the shower and the property itself is just rundown."
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
133 Encinitas Blvd Encinitas CA
$94 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$103 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
2100 N Coast Highway 101 Encinitas CA
$526 nightly
The price is $578 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$578 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (286 reviews)
"If you have children absolutely do not book at this property. It is not kid friendly, they are not allowed to use the jacuzzi (even though it is directly adjacent to the small pool). The food is very sub par and the pricing is exorbitant for the quality of what is offered. Overall incredibly disappointing ..."
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026
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
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! (60 reviews)
"The pictures honestly don’t do this place justice. It’s much more spacious and even more beautiful in person. The views are absolutely breathtaking. There were several moments where I’d simply stop while walking through the house because the scenery outside the windows was so stunning. The floor-to-ceiling ..."
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Gorgeous Eight Bedroom Oceanfront Home E396-0
Encinitas CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (225 reviews)
"The location of this place is great really close to moonlight Beach and the stairs to walk down to the front beach of the house. Their lifeguards, which is really great. The house has no beach stuff though. It’s pretty minimal on amenities. Also, there’s only three king beds not four. The air-conditioning ..."
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Remodled Encinitas Home Close to Beach, Restuarants, Shopping and Coaster
Encinitas CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"It was a lovely home and I would stay again"
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026
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.
Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend

Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
$110
per adult
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