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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

1. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room. Great customer service and location."
United States
Ellie
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

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, (1,191 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, helpful staff"
United States
Jake
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
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, (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 AU$322
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Moonlight Beach Motel

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,570 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joshua
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Great Place!"
United States
James
The price is AU$565
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Inn at Moonlight Beach

6. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"clean room and great staff."
United States
Abraham
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

7. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,607 reviews)
"Great spot to stay. Great pool Overall great hotel"
United States
Luis
The price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Lakehouse Resort

8. Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel
2.5 star property
21 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, delicious breakfast and easy parking "
United States
Hector Valadez
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Best Western Escondido Hotel

9. 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, (1,292 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff and great breakfast."
United States
isabel
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

10. 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, (411 reviews)
"Location was great!"
United States
Richard
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

11. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,069 reviews)
"The staff was welcoming and helpful. The gym equipment was just what we needed to start our day. Our overall stay was a 10 out of 10. Thank you."
United States
Joel
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
West Inn & Suites

12. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel , good breakfast"
United States
Oleksandra
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

13. 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, (1,014 reviews)
"Awesome clean property - breakfast was good. Plenty of parking, great staff!! :-)"
United States
Madrine
The price is AU$283
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

14. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 reviews)
"Great price, clean rooms, sparkling pool and nice outdoor seating area. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Deborah
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Motel Mediteran Escondido

15. 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, (2,159 reviews)
"Great experience, will stay here again"
United States
Victoria
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

16. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
2.5 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"This property has a fitness center which is very unique for Extended Stay property and I do appreciate the grap and go breakfast was top-notch"
United States
Ebony
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

17. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
21.2 km from Downtown Encinitas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (348 reviews)
"Room was cleaned daily and staff did an excellent job. "
United States
lindsey
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Escondido Lodge

18. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,376 reviews)
"Great stay Really close to the cut water brewery!"
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

19. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
30.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,124 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay."
United States
Oswaldo
The price is AU$420
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Bahia Resort Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG
2.5 star property
22.1 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice property for a business trip or just needing a good nights rest. Breakfast is a bonus and has good options."
United States
John Foster
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG
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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 Beacon 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 132 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 Beacon Beach while you're in the neighbourhood. 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 Self Realization Fellowship are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.