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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea 2-star hotels

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1. California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
2.0 star property
Clairemont
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,103 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Leo
The price is CA $117
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
California Suites Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a lobby, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

2. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (984 reviews)
"Great stay !"
United States
David
The price is CA $101
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

3. Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,852 reviews)
"Loved this hotel and will be back!"
United States
james
The price is CA $109
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Kings Inn San Diego
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

4. Heritage Inn San Diego

Heritage Inn San Diego
2.0 star property
Point Loma
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2,172 reviews)
"Room was clean and the man at check in was nice and polite"
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $96
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Heritage Inn San Diego
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

5. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
Clairemont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,637 reviews)
"Clean rooms and Great Staff."
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $107
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Pleasant Inn
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a large red accent wall.

6. Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,029 reviews)
"okay hotel for an a good price"
United States
Abigail
The price is CA $107
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

7. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,765 reviews)
"Such a great location"
United States
Brendan
The price is CA $92
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

8. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,972 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
The price is CA $88
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
A building with a "Bienvenidos" sign, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

9. Old Town Inn

Old Town Inn
2.5 star property
Point Loma
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,076 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay!!"
Canada
Anne
The price is CA $199
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Old Town Inn
An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

10. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,825 reviews)
"Great location, quiet, great breakfast , would stay there again."
United States
Blake Douglas
The price is CA $179
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and ottoman. There is a large painting on the wall, a floor lamp, and a refrigerator with a Pepsi logo.

11. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
Miramar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,675 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, plenty of parking, quiet location."
United States
Andrea
The price is CA $157
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hilly landscape.

12. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.6 out of 10, (1,647 reviews)
"For the price it was very nice."
United States
Monica
The price is CA $111
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
A living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a patterned rug.

13. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,455 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Arman
The price is CA $142
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
A sign for "The Hotel Oceanside" with a modern design, surrounded by landscaped garden beds with various plants.

14. The Hotel Oceanside

The Hotel Oceanside
2.5 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,138 reviews)
"Every thing very excellent very clean and beautiful place"
United States
Rony
The price is CA $134
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Hotel Oceanside
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

15. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
Santee
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"It's a great place to stay and very affordable."
United States
Shaun
The price is CA $140
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
A hotel breakfast area with a long counter displaying various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee station.

16. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,112 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, good breakfast, nice staff."
United States
Antonia
The price is CA $181
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
A room with a table, chair, potted plants, a coffee station, and a mirror on the wall.

17. E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
2.5 star property
Old Town San Diego
6.6 out of 10, (2,223 reviews)
"I love this place"
United States
Elisha
The price is CA $93
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

18. PB Surf Beachside Inn

PB Surf Beachside Inn
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Room is very clean, staff is nice, close to beach and restaurant."
United States
Xiulong
The price is CA $139
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
PB Surf Beachside Inn
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

19. 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, (1,388 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is CA $146
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom.

20. Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
2.5 star property
Leucadia
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"This was an excellent stay! We were very comfortable and they have great free breakfast!"
United States
Hanna
The price is CA $139
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
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Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

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California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

8/10 Good
"Pleasant stay"
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