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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,685 reviews)
"Excellent location with very large rooms."
United States
Marie
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2. 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, (1,316 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

3. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (639 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel

4. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Good location, close to Stonesteps beach and lots of great local eateries"
United States
curt
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (144 reviews)
"Unique and romantic stay!!! We really enjoyed our time and the staff was warm and welcoming at all times."
United States
Cesar
The price is AU$463
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Inn at Moonlight Beach

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,062 reviews)
"Reasonable price and close to everything !!"
United States
April
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

7. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
2.0 star property
Leucadia, 3.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good area to stay at. Liquor store is walking distance and a nice private beach open to everyone."
United States
Luis
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

8. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great Hill Beach property to stay at close to everything including restaurants and grocery stores!"
United States
James
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Leucadia Beach Inn

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,728 reviews)
"My prefer to hotel to stay when I come to Carlsbad."
United States
Victoria E
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

10. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
6.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location, great amenities, great staff!"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"We loved our stay"
United States
Christine
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,083 reviews)
"The staff always nice and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Anthony
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
West Inn & Suites

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"On each of our Carlsbad/San Diego visits, we've been staying here and have absolutely no complaints; neither will you."
United States
Phuong
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

14. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, the room was clean and quiet."
United States
cynthia
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

16. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Super clean and friendly staff."
United States
Rosa
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

17. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
11.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,154 reviews)
"Everything we imagined, our stay was exceptional!"
United States
Jesse
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

18. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,165 reviews)
"Nice hotel and good breakfast"
United States
Brenda
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

19. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,823 reviews)
"Great relaxing getaway !"
United States
Tracy
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Lakehouse Resort

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Find the best Downtown Encinitas areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Leucadia

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Grandview Surf Beach might round out your trip.

Olivenhain

Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Encinitas like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit 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 traveller data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach.
How many hotels are there in Downtown Encinitas?
Expedia has 120 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals 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 Hermitage & Meditation Gardens or Encinitas Surfboards while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include D Street Viewpoint, I Street Viewpoint and J Street Viewpoint. Self Realization Fellowship and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.