Downtown Encinitas
Encinitas
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Popular places to visit
Self Realization Fellowship
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.
Moonlight State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Moonlight State Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
San Diego Botanic Garden
Tour this enchanting garden that hosts lush shady corners, exotic garden designs and a huge collection of plant species from around the world.
Leucadia State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Leucadia State Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
South Ponto Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Beacon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beacon Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast
Downtown Encinitas Hotel Deals
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The staff when checking in was very friendly and helpful. The room size was exactly what we needed. Two beds and pull out sofa with room to still move around was what we needed and worked great. We stayed to make our driving closer to Legoland. It was a great location. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Find a better option. This place was understaffed. Our room was dirty when we checked in. There is only one restaurant on site and it is terrible. The kids had fun at the pool but there was only one person watching the entire pool.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
There were two on site restaurants. One was only open for breakfast, I believe it was close for refurbishment for dinner. The other restaurant was a little too high end for my grandkids. We had breakfast at the Barefoot Bar & Grill on our last day, it was very good and the outdoor seating right on ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
This property is OLD and it shows. Great staff and restaurant/bar, though.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
The Dana on Mission Bay
Very relaxing, nice hotel. A little outdated in rooms but beautiful outdoors landscape and great location.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
California Suites Hotel
The bed was uncomfortable and the air conditioning was loud you couldn't hear the T.V.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Encinitas
Leucadia
Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.
Olivenhain
Though Olivenhain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach.
