Encinitas, CA

Travel Guide

A coastal cityscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a clear sky.
A sunset with silhouettes of palm trees and a building.
A coastal promenade with palm trees, a railing, and a street lamp.
A calm beach with a reflective water surface, a sandy shore, and a steep cliff with houses on top.
A group of people standing on a beach with the ocean in the background.

Where to stay in Encinitas

Find the best Encinitas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Encinitas
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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 Beacon 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

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard Encinitas CA
$168 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
$184 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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 ...
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

2 out of 5
133 Encinitas Blvd Encinitas CA
$113 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$124 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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. ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
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
$567 nightly
The price is $623 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$623 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (282 reviews)
"We loved the amazing view of the ocean and our room was beautiful . Dinner at the Vaga restaurant was excellent. What was terrible was the lack of quality of service everywhere else at the hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

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 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! (56 reviews)
"Fantastic property! The house was clean and had everything we needed. Having our own steps down to the beach was amazing. We walked to dinner a few times and had some yummy pizza and Mexican food. I can’t wait to go back!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC
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 a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight ...
9/10 Wonderful! (167 reviews)
"Fabulous location, walk to beach and restaurants and enjoy the amazing view. House is well furnished and has plenty of room. Hosts are very communicative. So pack your board, ignore the minor imperfections of an older home, and have a great stay here."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Bluff-Top Beauty With Ocean Views - 1086
 Remodled Encinitas Home Close to Beach, Restuarants, Shopping and Coaster

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! (111 reviews)
"This is our family's third vacation at this beautiful home and it was excellent as ever. Thank you!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Remodled Encinitas Home Close to Beach, Restuarants, Shopping and Coaster
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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