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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1044)
"Clean room and staff were excellent."
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (726)
"Room was clean and all staff pleasant. Ocean walkable and views from rooftop great"
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4.0 star property
Carmel Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1887)
"Excellent location"
United States
Paolo
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
3.0 star property
Townsite
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1293)
"Quiet location near the beach"
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1540)
"Great place to stay, a lot of activities to do as well "
United States
Ana
The price is NZ$367
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

The Hotel Oceanside

The Hotel Oceanside
2.5 star property
Townsite
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1012)
"Great property and staff"
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
The Hotel Oceanside

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Carlsbad Ranch
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"We loved the hotel and amenities. The rooms were a perfect set up for families. "
United States
Brandi
The price is NZ$329
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Staff were great!"
United States
Mary Joyce
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
Central Escondido
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Room is cleaned. Spacious and modern! Love it"
United States
Irene
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3925)
" Nice bay view from room, super friendly staff"
United States
Toshiyuki
The price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Dana on Mission Bay

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The staff was nice, the hotel was clean and the amenities were great!"
United States
Deanna
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1287)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Edith
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
Aviara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Hotel was clean, staff friendly, breakfast had a great variety and food was delicious!"
United States
Christina
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1781)
"Good hot food!!"
United States
Cris
The price is NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Good value Nice place to stay "
United States
John
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
Bressi Ranch
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Great accommodations!!"
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"The staff was very friendly and the check in was quick and easy! "
United States
Hannah
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
South Oceanside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (381)
"Staff was enjoyable and helpful. "
United States
mark
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Oceanside Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County
3.5 star property
Escondido
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean, comfortable bed, close to restaurants, shopping"
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
3.5 star property
Carlsbad Ranch
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Rose, at the front desk was very helpful and went above to answer all of our questions and help make our vacation memorable."
United States
Jennifer
Grand Pacific Palisades
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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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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is another favourite option for your trip based on traveller reviews. 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?
Ocean Breeze Heaven Pool House in La Jolla: This holiday home rental outside of Cardiff-by-the-Sea is located next to a golf course, and has an outdoor pool, a balcony and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and 1 hot tub. 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 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?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA: Features buffet, an outdoor pool and complimentary wireless Internet access. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley and Lafayette Hotel & Club 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 116 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 Encinitas Community Park. 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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