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A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.
A hotel room with a bed featuring a striped bedspread with a skull and crossbones design, a wooden headboard, and a red wall with a pirate-themed decoration.
A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a window with a view, and a monkey decoration.
A restaurant interior with multiple tables, chairs, and a prominent red sign for a recipe book.

1. LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Carlsbad Ranch
United States
Laurieanne
CA $342
CA $457 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
LEGOLAND California Hotel
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.
A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
United States
Christine
CA $147
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

3. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
United States
Antonio
CA $189
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.
A modern lounge area with patterned sofas, round tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A reception desk with a wooden panel design and a digital kiosk, located in a modern hotel lobby with a large window and a welcome sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
United States
Sylwia A
CA $229
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.
A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.
A covered outdoor seating area with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the landscape.

5. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
United States
Patricia
CA $253
CA $322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A hotel courtyard with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit building facades.
A lobby with a modern ceiling design, glass doors leading to a seating area with cushioned chairs, and a brick floor.
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

6. Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad Ranch
United States
Victor
CA $257
CA $343 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Grand Pacific Palisades
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a large building with multiple roofs, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.
A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.
A pathway leading to a building with a covered gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and well-maintained lawns.

7. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
United States
Kenneth
CA $186
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, round tables, and striped umbrellas.
A modern house with a curved wooden facade, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
Two brown leather armchairs with blue cushions, a small white table with a plant, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

8. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
United States
Scott
CA $371
CA $409 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
An outdoor patio with a stone fire feature, wicker chairs, and a sofa with yellow cushions.
A spacious indoor venue with large windows, tables set for dining, and decorative floral arrangements.
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

9. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
South Beach
United States
Sue
CA $237
CA $322 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.
A corridor with wooden walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A wooden wall with planters labeled "SUCCULENT LIBRARY" containing various succulents.
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

10. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
United States
Cesar
CA $506
CA $599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Inn at Moonlight Beach
A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.
Room
A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.
A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.

11. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
Encinitas
United States
Jacklyn
CA $515
CA $569 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Twelve Senses Retreat
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A grey sofa with a woven hat and a striped pillow.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of trees, a bedside table with a lamp, and two wall art pieces.

12. Camden by Avantstay 5mins to the Beach! Elevated Home w/ Pacific Ocean Views

Camden by Avantstay 5mins to the Beach! Elevated Home w/ Pacific Ocean Views
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
United States
Maria
Camden by Avantstay 5mins to the Beach! Elevated Home w/ Pacific Ocean Views
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.
A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chairs.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a glass coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV.

13. 1 Mi to Beach: Spacious Home w/ Ocean Views!

1 Mi to Beach: Spacious Home w/ Ocean Views!
Encinitas
1 Mi to Beach: Spacious Home w/ Ocean Views!
Property grounds
Lobby
Property grounds
Beach

14. Serenity in La Costa Paradise

Serenity in La Costa Paradise
La Costa
United States
Jeanna
Serenity in La Costa Paradise
A residential property with a front entrance, a driveway, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees and shrubs.
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and the ocean.
A residential garden with a curved pathway, various plants, and a white bucket.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of greenery, a ceiling fan, and a bedside table with a lamp.

15. Brick & Beach Family Retreat

Brick & Beach Family Retreat
Aviara
Brick & Beach Family Retreat
A covered balcony with a grill, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a wooden island, dark cabinetry, and a marble backsplash.

16. Luxury Cardiff By-the-sea Ocean View Penthouse

Luxury Cardiff By-the-sea Ocean View Penthouse
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Luxury Cardiff By-the-sea Ocean View Penthouse
A spacious balcony with wooden furniture, a hanging light fixture, and a view of greenery and buildings.
A wooden staircase with a metal railing, leading to a landing with a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa set, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

17. 253 E Jason Street

253 E Jason Street
Leucadia
253 E Jason Street
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

18. 327 Hillcrest Drive

327 Hillcrest Drive
Leucadia
327 Hillcrest Drive
A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a shelf with decorative items, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a green kettle.
An outdoor patio with a dining table, chairs, and a green umbrella.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and coffee table, and a living room with a large sectional sofa.

19. Carlsbad Getaway - Furnished Patio + Pool!

Carlsbad Getaway - Furnished Patio + Pool!
Aviara
Carlsbad Getaway - Furnished Patio + Pool!
A covered porch with a hammock, white railing, potted plants, and a view of the neighborhood.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a patterned floor, and a view into the living area.
A bedroom with a patterned headboard, multiple pillows, a bedside table, and a mirror reflecting the room.
A modern living room with a dark wood floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

20. Cozy Cardiff-by-the-sea Ocean View Seacottage

Cozy Cardiff-by-the-sea Ocean View Seacottage
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Cozy Cardiff-by-the-sea Ocean View Seacottage
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

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CA $187
CA $269 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
includes taxes & fees
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CA $540 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
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CA $208
CA $234 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
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Laid-back surf culture thrives along golden beaches where locals catch waves from dawn until sunset. Botanical gardens and yoga studios dot this coastal gem, with the Self-Realization Fellowship offering peaceful meditation spots overlooking the Pacific.

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The top 3 Stars hotels in Encinitas, Encinitas may offer some of the best discounts and rates, but these properties are anything but average. Travelers love Encinitas 3 Stars hotels for their top quality services, just-like-home amenities, and wallet-friendly prices. You can even get access to fantastic perks like delectable restaurants, so-cool cocktail bars, and spacious fitness centres.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Encinitas?
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites, around 2 kilometres north of downtown Encinitas, is a guest favourite. An ocean view and pool sun loungers are among its many conveniences. Hampton by Hilton Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travellers. It features a swimming pool and front desk services, and is about 2 kilometres southeast of the city centre.
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Relaxation is easy to find in 3-star hotels in Encinitas. On top of cozy surroundings, these cost-effective stays include a wealth of amenities like WiFi, in-room coffee maker and on-site gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined ambience with upgraded features such as a spa centre, outdoor or indoor pool and larger accommodations. No matter your desired hotel style or what you want to spend, we have the perfect match for you.

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