Hotels in Downtown Encinitas, Encinitas

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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (601 reviews)
"Property was perfect! Stones throw to Moonlight Beach and the 101! Rooms are super nice! Staff helpful and diligent! I recommend this property! I will definitely stay there again!"
United States
John
The price is CA $238
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Moonlight Beach Motel

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, (1,187 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, helpful staff"
United States
Jake
The price is CA $138
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room. Great customer service and location."
United States
Ellie
The price is CA $145
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,565 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joshua
The price is CA $205
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Great Place!"
United States
James
The price is CA $453
CA $540 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Inn at Moonlight Beach

The Sands of La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla
2.5 star property
26.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (839 reviews)
"Awesome area and clean room, staff was great."
United States
Jacoby
The price is CA $207
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
The Sands of La Jolla

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,598 reviews)
"Great spot to stay. Great pool Overall great hotel"
United States
Luis
The price is CA $174
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Lakehouse Resort

Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay
2.5 star property
29.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (407 reviews)
"Location was great!"
United States
Richard
The price is CA $140
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
"Great price, clean rooms, sparkling pool and nice outdoor seating area. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Deborah
The price is CA $93
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
30.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,113 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay."
United States
Oswaldo
The price is CA $262
CA $378 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Bahia Resort Hotel

West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,066 reviews)
"Very clean good breakfast"
United States
Nan
The price is CA $206
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
West Inn & Suites

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,328 reviews)
"Great breakfast, helpful staff"
United States
Sergio
The price is CA $149
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
8.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,858 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is CA $118
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
28 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,153 reviews)
"Great experience, will stay here again"
United States
Victoria
The price is CA $174
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,289 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff and great breakfast."
United States
isabel
The price is CA $163
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
15.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff"
United States
Felipe
The price is CA $120
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Oceanside Inn & Suites

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
2.0 star property
26.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,605 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Nice staff, pretty affordable for the area and nice pool & spa"
United States
Kimberly
The price is CA $124
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
California Suites Hotel

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Awesome clean property - breakfast was good. Plenty of parking, great staff!! :-)"
United States
Madrine
The price is CA $247
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"We absolutely love staying at this property. We have stayed at least a dozen times of the past few years."
United States
Amanda
The price is CA $174
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Leucadia Beach Inn

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,921 reviews)
"I recommend the carlsbad by the sea hotel it was a good stay, we will be coming back soon"
United States
Trinidad
The price is CA $175
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Encinitas like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood. Be sure to check out Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach as part of your Downtown Encinitas travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Encinitas?
Based on our traveler data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?
Expedia has 134 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Encinitas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Encinitas area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Encinitas, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room 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 check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Encinitas.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Encinitas?
Dip your toes in the water at Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, and Swamis Beach while you're in Downtown Encinitas. You could also plan a visit to Self Realization Fellowship or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include Encinitas Surfboards, D Street Viewpoint, and I Street Viewpoint. J Street Viewpoint and Beacon Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.