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1. 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, (1,318 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is CA $143
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Beach/ocean view

2. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (640 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is CA $261
CA $287 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Moonlight Beach Motel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,915 reviews)
"Highly recommended! We enjoyed our stay here."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $72
CA $81 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

4. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,059 reviews)
"Hidden gem, way better than other similarly priced hotels."
United States
Brendan
The price is CA $74
CA $81 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

5. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (999 reviews)
"Location and good for an overnight stay."
United States
Jorge
The price is CA $76
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Scandia Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

6. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (443 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is CA $118
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Escondido Lodge
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (679 reviews)
"One of the worst places I’ve ever stayed at"
United States
Julio
The price is CA $100
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Vista Inn Motel
Exterior

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is CA $175
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (657 reviews)
"Super affordable, comfortable and the staff was super polite and helpful"
United States
Emma
The price is CA $116
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

10. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (161 reviews)
"Goid price for time of year"
United States
Brent
The price is CA $97
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hacienda Motel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

11. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Everything was great there- especially for the price! Good lovation1 with everything we needed close by. I’ll be back again!"
United States
Pamela
The price is CA $104
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Exterior

12. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (575 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and the room was clean. Great location"
United States
Jennifer
The price is CA $103
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Exterior

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,093 reviews)
"I loved everything the staff is wonderful they are so friendly and helpful and efficient ,the rooms were clean and the property is well maintained"
United States
Denise
The price is CA $93
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Room

14. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (246 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is CA $94
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Bay Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (868 reviews)
The price is CA $144
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Room, 1 King Bed

16. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (175 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is CA $554
CA $609 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Escondido Inn
Exterior

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is CA $126
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,607 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is CA $91
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

19. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great and clean facilities"
United States
Amber Joy
The price is CA $125
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Boating

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a very nice place to stay"
United States
Morianne
The price is CA $157
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good
"We liked the location in San Diego. We found the parking to be difficult with very tight spacing for the cars."
Terence 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Find out more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Cardiff-by-the-Sea Motels information

Number of reviews
9,480
Accommodation
33 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $81
Highest Price
CA $609

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Because you'll save on your room, you can make the most of what Cardiff-by-the-Sea has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and Mission Beach.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. Starting in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
These are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA is located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Mission Bay Motel: Parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free toiletries. Central Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 15.9 mi (25.5 km) away. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like climate control. Located 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Central Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: 2 mi (3.1 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
What can I do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
In this family-friendly area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Favorite places in and around Cardiff-by-the-Sea include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and Mission Beach. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff State Beach, and Encinitas Community Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Birch Aquarium, and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Swamis Beach, Eli Howard Surf School, and Elks Lodge.
What's the seasonal weather like in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Cardiff-by-the-Sea to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Cardiff-by-the-Sea when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cardiff-by-the-Sea to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 7.2 mi (11.7 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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