Title: Moonlight Beach Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Moonlight State Beach ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/18010ccd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/2567668c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/add2a290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/51542ca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57950000/57941500/57941452/25518f4a.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. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 6 - Nov. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 7 - Nov. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=57941452&PinnedHotelID=57941452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![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 44 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Hair dryer Private bathroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed ![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 31 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Hair dryer Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![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 16 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge Dishwasher TV 2 bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds ![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 Hair dryer - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![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 Hair dryer Private bathroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![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 Hair dryer Private bathroom - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![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 or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge TV Hair dryer Private bathroom - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/975aed25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad La Costa - 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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 - Moonlight State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Self Realization Fellowship - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - San Diego Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - LEGOLAND® California - 9 min drive - 13.0 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 - ‪Temaki Bar Sushi - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Moonlight Beach Motel Motel near Moonlight State Beach 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 - Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills - 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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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 ### 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? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Moonlight Beach Motel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Moonlight Beach Motel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Moonlight Beach Motel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Moonlight Beach Motel located? > Located in Downtown Encinitas, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Beacon Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Self Realization Fellowship are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews 9.4 ### 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) 10 - Excellent 380 8 - Good 79 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 6 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 9.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### John Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Love this place!!! Suuuuuper clean. Attentive staff. Beautiful view of the ocean. ##### John Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calvin May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place it is excellent get away! Great customer service, clean place and few steps to the beach in top of that you will find all the restaurants at your choice right by your convenient! all the places are walkable, so far no negative or issues found... ##### Calvin Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very friendly checking, and all interactions with staff. Ideal accommodation for my wife and I with two teenagers. Walk to beach, beach chairs and boogie boards provided. Seating and outdoor grills on varranda viewing the beach. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e065d0e2-6528-444e-b694-fa21ab622296-1748871848229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mark Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dann Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Just a great place to stay. Close to the beach and downtown. ##### Dann Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin Apr 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Location Location is amazing, clean room 2 blocks from beautiful Moonlight Beach & 1 block to Encinitas' main drag on the 101. Comfortable beds, updated bathrooms & a patio. Most rooms have at least a partial ocean view. ##### Erin Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence May 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room size and ocean view very nice. Linens and bedding good. Hi-rise toilet. Very clean and quiet. ##### Lawrence Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurene Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Perfect location for a carless getaway. I took the train from the airport and was easily able to walk to the motel, as well as the beach and all the fabulous shops and restaurants. I even walked to the san diego botanical gardens! And the staff was awesome!!! . ##### Laurene Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### max Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We always love this place! ##### max Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great for the price, the woman at the front desk was really helpful and nice, and the location cannot be beat. Would stay again ##### Sophie Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Eric Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good value for the money. ##### Eric Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon Sep 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect location Perfect location. Close to beach and restaurants and shopping. ##### Jon Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Moonlight Beach We have been staying here for over 40 years and we love it!! Close to the beach, shopping and many choices for food. The staff was great, they went above and beyond to help our stay be the best. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C66B5B0E884885FCD6C668A18D1817D9213F62F31723223376248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angela Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LAURA Rose Nov 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Perfect for what we needed as a family of four with two little kids. Main room had nice kitchenette with queen bed, adjoining room had a door that closes and two twin beds. Rooms were clean, parking was easy, walking distance to playground and beach. ##### LAURA Rose Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Umakant May 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful property with excellent views ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5901870A1AC3DD62DA71221C68776CAA949041BF1716228215800.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Umakant Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taisiya Jun 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The room was clean, and the staff was amicable. ##### Taisiya Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Indian-Wells-Resort-Spa.h16130.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Desert Springs Villas 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