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
$191 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$209 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
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! (1,611 reviews)
"Amenities were pretty good. The property is pretty nice. The bathrooms typically smelled like sewer. But for the money. With the cost."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

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
$125 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$138 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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. ...
7/10 Good! (1,246 reviews)
"This hotel boasts an excellent location right off the freeway, making it incredibly convenient for travelers. The property offers ample parking, and the rooms are clean, comfortable, and highly functional. While there is some remodeling in the location, the staff remains attentive, informative, and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

2 out of 5
1444 N Coast Highway 101 Encinitas CA
$100 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$110 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Love the new renovations"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

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! (55 reviews)
"Property is showing signs of wear. The house could use a deep cleaning. Sofas and chairs are stained and curtains are dirty. There were cobwebs with live spiders in the skylights in the shower and kitchen. Lots of windows need screens. There was a mother fox and her 4 kits that live under the steps ..."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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! (166 reviews)
"The views on the property are breathtaking. Easy to see the sunset and there were so many surfers all day, very fun to watch. Very spacious living areas that maximize the view. The location was within easy walking distance of two beaches access stairs. Kitchen was well equipped with plenty of dishes/glasses ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Bluff-Top Beauty With Ocean Views - 1086
10 min walk to the beach, hot tub and pool table - Dolphin's Cove in Leucadia

10 min walk to the beach, hot tub and pool table - Dolphin's Cove in Leucadia

Encinitas CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy laundry facilities, a pool table, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Property mgmt. co. was very slow and misleading in responding to problems with the property, especially with the hot tub problems not fixed until the 5th day of our 8 day stay. The hot tub was the deciding factor in our choice of the property, after we were assured beforehand that it was in good ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

10 min walk to the beach, hot tub and pool table - Dolphin's Cove in Leucadia
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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