Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel & Accommodation Deals 2026 from NZ$176 - Fully Refundable Options

Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotels

1. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Carmen

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

2. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Michael

includes taxes & fees

21 June - 22 June

3. Lakehouse Resort

Lake San Marcos

Luis

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

University Heights

Roxana

includes taxes & fees

15 June - 16 June

5. Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

Bay Park

Richard

includes taxes & fees

17 June - 18 June

6. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

Mission Valley

Brittney

includes taxes & fees

29 June - 30 June

7. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

amanda

includes taxes & fees

30 June - 1 July

8. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Point Loma

Hector

includes taxes & fees

15 June - 16 June

9. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia

Stacy

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

10. Bahia Resort Hotel

Central Mission Beach

Oswaldo

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

11. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach

Tyson

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

12. Oceanside Inn & Suites

South Oceanside

Felipe

includes taxes & fees

15 June - 16 June

13. Kings Inn San Diego

Mission Valley

Mark

includes taxes & fees

15 June - 16 June

14. West Inn & Suites

City Center

Joel

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

15. Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Point Loma

Fernando

includes taxes & fees

16 June - 17 June

16. Heritage Inn San Diego

Point Loma

Alyssa

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

17. California Suites Hotel

Clairemont

Kimberly

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

18. Berkshire Motor Hotel

North Park

Carlos

includes taxes & fees

15 June - 16 June

19. Old Town Inn

Point Loma

Andrea

includes taxes & fees

29 June - 30 June

Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace

20. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Poway

Jacquie

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

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Cardiff State Beach

4.7/5 (113 reviews)

This laid-back stretch of Pacific coastline offers prime surfing at Cardiff Reef and fascinating tide pools to explore. Visit during low tide to discover colourful marine creatures clinging to the exposed rocks.

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Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

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San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent

"I loved my time here, the room was clean, the shower was awesome the bed was comfy and the staff was great. The pool was perfect."

Bahia Resort Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Confused on the pricing I was looking at the total price which $1100 plus and minus the $200 credit I was looking at $900Plus. but at the property they charged me for the taxes and fees, and you guys charged me for the rooms and when I was searching, I was looking for pool, breakfast, kitchen and parking. but when I went there the breakfast was separate."

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California Suites Hotel

5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA

NZ$176

14 June - 15 June

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (2,634 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Located 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Best Western Seven Seas is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area and Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Cardiff-by-the-Sea has to offer?

Aquamarine Villas: This holiday home rental outside of Cardiff-by-the-Sea is located near the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a fireplace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop and a microwave. It offers a balcony, a garden and an arcade/games room so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Best Western Seven Seas: Hotel, 2-minute walk from Hotel Circle. Features 2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool and free self parking. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area and Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle are two additional hotels that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What is staying in Cardiff-by-the-Sea like?

Families will find child-friendly activities in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and visitors give high marks for the beaches and top-notch restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its cafés. LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are some of the top sights around the area. In Cardiff-by-the-Sea, there are 109 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What is there to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The beaches and sunsets highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff State Beach and Swamis Beach. Additionally, you'll find LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Cardiff-by-the-Sea guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 335 mm.

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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotels

1. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

2. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

3. Lakehouse Resort

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

5. Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

6. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

7. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

8. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

9. Leucadia Beach Inn

10. Bahia Resort Hotel

11. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

12. Oceanside Inn & Suites

13. Kings Inn San Diego

14. West Inn & Suites

15. Comfort Inn Sea World Area

16. Heritage Inn San Diego

17. California Suites Hotel

18. Berkshire Motor Hotel

19. Old Town Inn

20. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

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San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

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