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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,659 reviews)
"Great hotel, great staff, great laid-back vibe. This hotel is clean & spacious."
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,283 reviews)
"Nice shower great water pressure"
United States
Anna
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

3. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Good location, close to Stonesteps beach and lots of great local eateries"
United States
curt
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

4. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (633 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is NZ$455
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Moonlight Beach Motel

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"Unique and romantic stay!!! We really enjoyed our time and the staff was warm and welcoming at all times."
United States
Cesar
The price is NZ$739
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Inn at Moonlight Beach

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,051 reviews)
"Great stay! Nice location."
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

7. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"This was a great stay in every way!"
United States
Kay
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Leucadia Beach Inn

8. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
2.0 star property
Leucadia, 3.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay, will stay here every time I visit Encinitas."
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay so did my family"
United States
Oscar
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,712 reviews)
"This hotel is our favorite place to stay when traveling to Legoland. Great value, great location, excellent free breakfast. We like the family suite, which has two spacious rooms with separate bathrooms and sinks for kids vs. adults."
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean. Quiet, and had great breakfast options . Would gladly stay here again"
United States
Sara
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
11.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,140 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the property was clean and safe."
United States
Miranda
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

13. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,084 reviews)
"Room was very clean and comfortable. Great variety for breakfast. Perfect location for Legoland. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Melanie
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
West Inn & Suites

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, great for families with small kids."
United States
Ricardo
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"It was a nice room with a kitchen."
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, and excellent breakfast!"
United States
Rey
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

17. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

18. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,146 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Vista, very convenient location. Staff was very friendly."
Mexico
ROLANDO
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

19. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
2.5 star property
8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Easy parking and close to the race track, beach and restaurants"
United States
Chris
The price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

20. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,775 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Enjoyed the stay."
United States
Karina
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Lakehouse Resort
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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 Encinitas Ranch Golf Course might round out your trip.

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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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 124 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.