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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Find the best Downtown Encinitas areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Leucadia

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Grandview Surf Beach might round out your trip.

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Olivenhain

Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

8/10 Good

"It was super neat and clean. I went on a Monday so there was a market! It was nice."

California Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The place is charming and a bit vintage, not at all antiseptic! It’s unique. Briana and Josh at the front desk were kind and helpful. The little Mexican restaurant Los Palmitos, that Briana suggested was perfect for an affordable, delicious meal in good company, watching Mexico play in the World Cup. I got a good night's sleep and was rested for my early morning voyage into Tijuana for some radical dental work. Just what I needed, thank you…"

Bahia Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Bahia Resort met my expectations. I wanted something private and on a beach. This property offered both amenities with the added bonus of a bar on the beach. The option to add activities to the reservation also made it feel special. We opted for the fire pit (booked through a separate company). Also enjoyed some pool time, beach time in both chairs and cabanas and enjoyed nightly drinks at Dockside. Shoutout to Kevin, Miss K, Bubbles and Billie! Great drinks and conversations."

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Omni. We are a family with two children 13 and 11 years old. We very much enjoyed the room that we got with a king-size bed and a pullout which worked well for our two children. The staff was incredibly kind everywhere we went. The dining options were plentiful and the ride to nearby village and beaches was convenient. The resort is large and does require a little bit of walking to, and from the centralized dining areas and various pools throughout the property. The family pools (complex of three) is filled with toddlers and their parents. The noise level is very high and unless you have a toddler in to not at all pleasant to swim in. Three other pools that are for general use are much nicer and quieter - those several families with small children and their large Floaties - who want to avoid the loud family pool dominate these areas as well. Again, nothing in comparison to the family pool but not as quiet as a family with teenagers would like. Finally there is a 21+ pool, which we did not see as our kids are still that age where we want to be nearby when they are swimming. The food is fairly priced and there are lots of options. The marketplace allows you to choose things like pastries, espresso drinks, bagels, sandwiches etc. The bar is nice and we enjoyed watching the World Cup. The carts that transport guests throughout the resort sometimes require a wait - best to call ahead. But it all works. We loved our stay!"

Catamaran Resort and Spa

8/10 Good

"Our room was not ready when we arrived. We had to wait another hour after check in for our room. We did get a beautiful view It is a family resort but some families were letting kids trash pool area and runarou.d property unsupervised so be aware of things like that. Although its an older resort the location and grounds were wonderful, bed was ok, restraint was amazing, drinks are pricey and front desk staff ok Concierge was a delight! I would stay again."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Encinitas like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach as part of your Downtown Encinitas travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Encinitas?

Based on our traveller data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach.

How many hotels are there in Downtown Encinitas?

Expedia has 134 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Encinitas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Encinitas area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Encinitas, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Downtown Encinitas.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Encinitas?

Dip your toes in the water at Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and Swamis Beach while you're in Downtown Encinitas. You could also plan a visit to Self Realization Fellowship or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include Encinitas Surfboards, D Street Viewpoint and I Street Viewpoint. J Street Viewpoint and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.

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Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Moonlight Beach Motel

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Lakehouse Resort

The Sands of La Jolla

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

Bahia Resort Hotel

Escondido Lodge

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

West Inn & Suites

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Catamaran Resort and Spa

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Leucadia

Olivenhain

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

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