Title: Moonlight Beach Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Moonlight Beach Motel Seaside Serenity Awaits at This Beach Retreat Where Travelers Can Relax with Outdoor Furniture and Fire Up the Barbecue Grills ## Photo gallery for Moonlight Beach Motel ![Beach/ocean view - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/18010ccd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/a7723006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/25518f4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/2567668c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/4288928e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers at Moonlight Beach Motel are just steps from the shoreline. The property offers a sunny terrace, peaceful garden, free WiFi, and self parking. The beachside location and helpful staff consistently earn praise from guests. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 24 - Dec. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 25 - Dec. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/291f8373.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View 9.8 Exceptional 46 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom Hair dryer - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View ![Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/2304d998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View 9.0 Wonderful 32 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom Hair dryer - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette ![Family Room, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/dbacfd71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Kitchenette 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge Dishwasher TV 2 bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Double Room, Kitchenette ![Double Room, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/f98a5da5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Kitchenette 9.2 Wonderful 14 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge Dishwasher TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View ![Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/7a0d0fdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom Hair dryer - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View ![Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/5014e742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom Hair dryer - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View ![Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/45ce7aa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom Hair dryer - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEncinitas-Hotels-Moonlight-Beach-Motel.h57941452.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEncinitas-Hotels-Moonlight-Beach-Motel.h57941452.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.04909%2C-117.29505&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IaBebZVwLHC4GA5fGHJ8l4oXrtI=) 233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024 #### What's nearby - Encinitas Surfboards \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Moonlight State Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Self Realization Fellowship \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - San Diego Botanic Garden \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km #### Getting around - Solana Beach Station - 12 min drive - Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Puntamar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬7 min walk - ‪Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪Herb & Sea - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hamburger Hut - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Moonlight Beach Motel Motel near Del Mar Racetrack Moonlight Beach Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture - Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Moonlight Beach Motel boast perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property. 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Limited onsite self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - Mini-fridge - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Mini-fridge ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Moonlight Beach Motel Encinitas Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Encinitas ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Moonlight Beach Motel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Moonlight Beach Motel? ### What time is check-out at Moonlight Beach Motel? ### Where is Moonlight Beach Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.2 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 400 8 - Good 80 6 - Okay 10 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 6 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan Dec 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, great staff ##### Joan Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### McKenna Dec 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, friendly staff, would definitely come back! ##### McKenna Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay! ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Great staff helped with my late check in, the room was cozy and clean, and the location was fabulous. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Nov 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities If you’re looking for a basic budget room easy on the wallet and near the beach, look no further ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda Nov 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was spacious and clean! The staff were very friendly and accommodating, went out of their way for me! The location is amazing! Beautiful views and walking distance to everything I needed! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e94de742-dd83-49db-b4cb-002850777b23-1763923746798.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rhonda Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great spot ! ##### Mike Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harry Nov 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very pleasant and convenient hotel. In very good condition. Close to beach. Lots of good restaurants nearby. Half hour to SanDiego and closer to many beautiful sights. Encinitas is a hopping town. ##### Harry Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cynthia Nov 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The room was decent although the hotel is dated. ##### Cynthia Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We throughly enjoyed are stay at the Moonlight Beach Hotel. ##### Joseph Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Nov 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean and comfortable room. Bed and linens were great. Loved the full size coffee maker and refrigerator. View of the beach and beautiful sunsets were enjoyable. ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We really loved the sunset's that we were able to enjoy from our balcony. They were beautiful! ##### Dana Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities location ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beach and downtown Encinitas walkable from hotel ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities So close to beach and to restaurants. Walkable. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We will be staying at this motel again in the future. The location was excellent and the room met our needs and was very clean and comfortable. The property felt safe and it was wonderful that there was no smoking! You can walk all over Encinitas and the beach is just a block or two away. ##### Kristy Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### J David Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location. ##### J David Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Arturo Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The room was big, beds were comfortable, area around was noisy and some amenities needed fixing overall a great stay would definitely come back ##### Arturo Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frieda Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was so nice. The location is just blocks from the beach. Lots of fun dining and shopping near by. ##### Frieda Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tatyana Aug 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location, close to the beach. We did not need to look for a beach parking, which looked very crowded, because we just walked there from the hotel. It has ammenities of a motel (hence it's name), but pricey because of the priximity to the beach. ##### Tatyana Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trudonna Mar 4, 2025 enjoyed my stay ##### Trudonna Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darci May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved being able to see the ocean! Staff was friendly and helpful. ##### Darci Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Amenities While the building itself is from an older era, the room was clean, modern, fantastic. If you’re a Ritz kinda person, this isn’t for you. Looking for good value lodging just two blocks from the beach and two blocks from shops, restaurants, watering holes…VUNDERBAR! I thin I found my new home away from home at the beach. ##### Charles Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay and great location ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic location! Ocean view, one block to beach, and restaurants/grocery/nightlife within a 15min walk. 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