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Our top choices for Cardiff State Beach hotels

A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
1.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

2. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Amazing hand cooked breakfast by the owners! "
United States
Jacklyn
The price is NZ$805
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Twelve Senses Retreat
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

3. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,189 reviews)
"It was a great stay! Close to Legoland and the breakfast was great"
United States
Heather
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
17.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff great breakfast"
United States
Laura
The price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

5. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
13 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very Clean easy and great breakfast!"
United States
Patrick
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

6. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,205 reviews)
"Everything was amazing! Great rooms, great pool & great staff."
United States
Krista
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,766 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

8. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
14 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,955 reviews)
"Loved staying there. It was very relaxing and peaceful."
United States
Maureen
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

9. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

10. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,046 reviews)
"nice stay, clean and comfortable."
Mexico
Juan
The price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
West Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and string lights.

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
17 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,136 reviews)
"Nice a friendly staff! Great hotel in beautiful La Jolla!"
United States
Tristan
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennelyne
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
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13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for business stays…"
United States
Jesus
The price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG
A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, large windows, and a reception area.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great accommodations"
United States
Lekeshia
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "Springhill Suites Marriott".

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
3.0 star property
18.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,211 reviews)
"Solid hotel with clean rooms and comfortable beds."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

16. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Overall great location, staff, and room"
United States
Melissa
The price is NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff super polite place is nice and very well located"
United States
Rolando
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
17 km from Cardiff State Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. A nice place to stay for price."
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.

19. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
17.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Pedro
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.7 km from Cardiff State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast is easy being all inclusive and helping you get out the door fast, especially with kids. It’s your standard no frills included buffet breakfast with make your own waffles."
United States
Mandy
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,067 reviews
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A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.
Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
45 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
2,189 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
View
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
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Other attractions near Cardiff State Beach

A sunset over a rocky shoreline with waves.

San Elijo State Beach

9.2/10 (76 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at San Elijo State Beach, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Top Cardiff State Beach Hotel Reviews

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
Downtown Encinitas

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous location, 2 minute walk to Moonlight Beach and less than 5min walk to downtown Encinitas.
Australia
Fiona
Reviewed August 24, 2026
Moonlight Beach Motel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Cardiff State Beach?

Cardiff State Beach is located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 75 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cardiff State Beach?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cardiff State Beach. Another good option is Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Cardiff State Beach?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Cardiff State Beach.

What can I see and do near Cardiff State Beach?

You can catch a show at Belly Up, The Sound and North Coast Repertory Theatre. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of San Elijo State Beach, Encinitas Community Park and Seagrove Park. Solana Beach, Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.