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    Our top choices for Eli Howard Surf School hotels

    1. Twelve Senses Retreat

    A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

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

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

    3. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

    A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

    4. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

    A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

    5. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

    An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

    6. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

    A modern resort with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor area, and a sunset view.

    7. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

    A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

    8. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

    A water park with multiple slides and a pool.

    9. Lakehouse Resort

    An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

    10. Beach Terrace

    A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

    11. West Inn & Suites

    A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

    12. The Lodge at Torrey Pines

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    13. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel

    A beach lifeguard tower with an American flag, situated on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.

    14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

    An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

    15. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

    A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

    16. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

    A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

    17. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

    A well-lit pathway leading to a building with multiple rooms, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating areas.

    18. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

    A dining table set with wine glasses, a bowl of greens, and a water glass.

    19. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

    A coastal road with palm trees and a beach in the background.

    20. Ocean Palms Beach Resort

    A courtyard with a dining area, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

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    A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

    Twelve Senses Retreat

    1.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School View

    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

    1.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School View

    A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

    The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

    2.8 km from Eli Howard Surf School View

    A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

    Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

    2.7 km from Eli Howard Surf School View

    An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

    Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

    13.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School View
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    San Elijo State Beach

    Rating: 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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    Cardiff State Beach

    Rating: 9.4/10 (113 reviews)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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    Swamis Beach

    Rating: 9.2/10 (171 reviews)

    Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Swamis Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

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    Self Realization Fellowship

    Rating: 8.8/10 (75 reviews)

    You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a visit to Self Realization Fellowship. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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    Encinitas Community Park

    Rating: 9.0/10 (48 reviews)

    Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.

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    Elks Lodge

    Elks Lodge is just one of the places to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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    Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas is just one of the places to see in Encinitas, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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    Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

    Rating: 9.0/10 (96 reviews)

    Take the family on an outing to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens during your trip to Encinitas. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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    Moonlight Beach Motel

    A beach with a building on the left, waves crashing onto the shore, and a clear sky.

    Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

    An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

    Leucadia Beach Inn

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    Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

    A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

    Beach Terrace

    A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

    Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

    A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

    The Green Room Hotel

    An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.

    Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

    A modern building with a well-lit entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a landscaped garden.

    Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

    A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

    Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

    A modern dining area with a view of a golf course, featuring a long table with neatly folded napkins and a comfortable seating arrangement.

    Ocean Palms Beach Resort

    A courtyard with a dining area, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Eli Howard Surf School?

    Eli Howard Surf School is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff-by-the-Sea known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 97 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

    What's the best place to stay close to Eli Howard Surf School?

    Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Eli Howard Surf School. Another good choice is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, located just 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

    How many hotels will I be able to find near Eli Howard Surf School?

    Expedia has 97 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Eli Howard Surf School.

    If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Eli Howard Surf School, will I receive a refund?

    Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation'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 receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Eli Howard Surf School.

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    What can I see and do near Eli Howard Surf School?

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

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