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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, (1,617 reviews)
"Great hotel, good location, clean, good balcony. Wish there was a restaurant/lounge on site but close walking to everything."
United States
Margaret
The price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very kind staff, clean rooms and very close to the beach!"
United States
Geneva
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

3. 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, (1,254 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

4. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (622 reviews)
"Comfy beds, fantastic location, good parking"
United States
Jayme
The price is AU$433
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Moonlight Beach Motel

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 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$728
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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, (1,044 reviews)
"Great stay! Nice location."
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

7. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"This was a great stay in every way!"
United States
Kay
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Leucadia Beach Inn

8. 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, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay, will stay here every time I visit Encinitas."
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

9. 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)
"Enjoyed my stay so did my family"
United States
Oscar
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

10. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
11.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,131 reviews)
"very clean, friendly staff"
United States
Beibei
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean. Quiet, and had great breakfast options . Would gladly stay here again"
United States
Sara
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12. 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, (1,681 reviews)
"Great hotel when visiting Legoland!"
United States
Aimee
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

13. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff are nice. Love their breakfast buffet"
United States
Filipinas
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Home2 Suites by Hilton 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

15. 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, (1,125 reviews)
"Great place and staff definitely will stay there again when in town."
United States
jairo
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

16. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,388 reviews)
"Great stay and close to the beach. Only downfall is, if you’re a light sleeper, you can hear the freeway."
United States
Crystal
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

17. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,720 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Enjoyed the stay."
United States
Karina
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Lakehouse Resort

18. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
2.5 star property
8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel."
United States
Jose Arturo
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel! Staff was great!"
United States
CARLOS
The price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, and excellent breakfast!"
United States
Rey
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Encinitas

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Restaurant
Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
142 reviews
View
Beach/ocean view
Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
622 reviews
View
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
Outdoor spa tub
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,617 reviews
View
Lobby
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
1,254 reviews
View

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 128 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 or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens 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 Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.