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Our top choices for Cardiff State Beach hotels

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
2.8 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Felipe
AU$557
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Twelve Senses Retreat

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
1.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Paul
AU$228
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
0.5 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
VALERIE
AU$314
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

4. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Kathleen Manifor
AU$206
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
4.1 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Cesar
AU$546
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Inn at Moonlight Beach

6. Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
5.9 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Linda
AU$448
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Del Mar Beach Hotel

7. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
9.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Sam
AU$1,793
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
17.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Fessehai
AU$209
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

9. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
7.1 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Traci
AU$597
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
12.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Christine
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
4.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Chris
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

12. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
6.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Kay
AU$180
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Leucadia Beach Inn

13. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
heather
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
West Inn & Suites

14. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
7.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Daniel
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

15. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
14 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Guibin
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lakehouse Resort

16. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle
7.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Catherine
AU$388
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

17. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
13 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Lizette
AU$255
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

18. Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace
17.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Beth
AU$561
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Beach Terrace

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
13.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Trevor
AU$281
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

20. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
15.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
VERONICA
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Sports facility
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
9.2
Wonderful
1,057 reviews
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Suite, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
8.6
Excellent
809 reviews
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Couples treatment room(s), hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Twelve Senses Retreat
9.8
Exceptional
41 reviews
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Restaurant
Inn at Moonlight Beach
9.8
Exceptional
143 reviews
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Interior
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
9.4
Exceptional
341 reviews
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Top Cardiff State Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Updated and modern hotel with comfortable beds and rooms. Location is nice as you can exit the hotel to the street behind the hotel; then the walkway and stairs to the Solana Beach are easily accessible. There are no nice views to the sides of the hotel but again the location with walks on the beach and Del Mar restaurants are nearby. Staff was great at this hotel."
Timothy 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was great, room was very clean. Hotel was very busy but it’s summer so definitely expected. The pool was crystal clear, bright blue! I can’t emphasize how great the pool was enough. I am extremely picky with pools and cleanliness of said pools. With that being said, it was one of the best pools I’ve had at a hotel stay and it’s up there with some of our favorite resorts. We noticed they were trying to charge for parking but waived it for us no problem though which we did find sketchy… not sure about that. Other than that, great stay and very close to the beach and I love that the gas station and little Mexican spot we’re walking distance literally feet away . We walked for snacks and food multiple times!"
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10

Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and very nice hist!"
Carolyn C. 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10
Ocean View Deck! | Walk to the Beach | King Suite

Ocean View Deck! | Walk to the Beach | King Suite

10/10 Excellent
"Any questions I had before arrival were quickly responded to. Host was very helpful and friendly. The house was clean and comfortable. It was nice sitting and eating on the patio with a beautiful view of the ocean."
Dana P. 9-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ocean View Deck! | Walk to the Beach | King Suite
Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

10/10 Excellent
"Three generations of our family enjoyed a wonderful beach vacation together. We loved the quiet location of the home, the energy of Encinitas, the close access to the beach, the feeling of safety in the area, and the excellent beach frontage that afforded miles of beach walking as well as bluff walking. Our dinners together on the deck watching the sunset were a delight. The rooms were spacious, all with ocean views. It felt like a well-loved home instead of a beach rental. We have already reserved for next year."
Heather N. 7-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.
Spectacular Oceanfront Surfsong Condo 2 BR 2 Bath

Spectacular Oceanfront Surfsong Condo 2 BR 2 Bath

10/10 Excellent
"The property was absolutely beautiful, we had a great stay. The only challenge for was the temperature in the guest bedroom. The ceiling fan was not operational so we had to get creative with the box fans that were available. However, that wouldn’t stop us from coming back again. You will love your stay here!"
Jessica V. 6-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Spectacular Oceanfront Surfsong Condo 2 BR 2 Bath
Spacious Beach House

Spacious Beach House

10/10 Excellent
"This is our second year staying at this house and we absolutely love it!! The owner Mimi is awesome and communicates promptly! This house had plenty of space for our 2 families, a dream space for our kids, the kitchen has everything you need and also has everything you need for the beach!"
Anonymous traveller 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Spacious Beach House
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We have stayed here before. Great place for 8 adults. Katie was responsive when a little issue popped up. Fun times and look forward to next year."
Bonnie M. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach
Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was AWESOME! What a view! What a location! I loved the retro vibe of the place and it was very clean! I will definitely stay here again!"
Joe M. 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

Other attractions near Cardiff State Beach

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Tide Beach Park

9.2/10 (15 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tide Beach Park during your trip to Solana Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Solana Beach

9.6/10 (72 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Solana Beach during your trip to Solana Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Eli Howard Surf School

8.6/10 (17 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Eli Howard Surf School and popular activities such as surfing in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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Encinitas Community Park

9.0/10 (48 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Elks Lodge

Elks Lodge is just one of the places to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Trios Gallery

7.8/10 (7 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Trios Gallery in Solana Beach. In the area, take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cardiff State Beach?
Cardiff State Beach is located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 80 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cardiff State Beach?
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cardiff State Beach. Another good option is Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Cardiff State Beach?
Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to 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, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Cardiff State Beach.
What can I see and do near Cardiff State Beach?
You can catch a show at Belly Up, North Coast Repertory Theatre and The Sound. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of San Elijo State Beach, Seagrove Park and Encinitas Community Park. Solana Beach, Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.