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11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two weeks
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In one month
2 Oct - 4 Oct
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Our top choices for Encinitas motels

Beach/ocean view

1. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (640 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
Lobby

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, (1,324 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Room

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,924 reviews)
"Highly recommended! We enjoyed our stay here."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Exterior

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,101 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable."
United States
Benjamin
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Exterior

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Room

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great and clean facilities"
United States
Amber Joy
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

7. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Location and good for an overnight stay."
United States
Jorge
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Scandia Motel
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

8. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,066 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room

10. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (448 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Escondido Lodge
Room

11. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (251 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (870 reviews)
"The room was great, the staff was great, the area was nice. Clean space, well renovated with comfy beds and a very nice and clean shower. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back sometime!"
United States
Sarah
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Exterior

13. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (162 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hacienda Motel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

14. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.2 out of 10, (680 reviews)
"One of the worst places I’ve ever stayed at"
United States
Julio
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Vista Inn Motel
Room

15. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Room

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,616 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

17. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (659 reviews)
"Super affordable, comfortable and the staff was super polite and helpful"
United States
Emma
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

18. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (576 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and the room was clean. Great location"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Exterior

19. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Comfy Room. Staff was very friendly. I would stay again."
United States
Nanci
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Fallbrook Country Inn
Room, 1 King Bed

20. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (175 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is AU$580
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Escondido Inn
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Top Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Kaitlin 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

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Encinitas Motels information

Number of reviews
4,472
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$98
Highest Price
AU$227

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Encinitas?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Encinitas. In the larger area, popular places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Encinitas?
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Moonlight Beach Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach.
What things can I to do in Encinitas?
Enjoy the seafood restaurants and cafes in this walkable area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Encinitas love the beaches. Favourite places in and around Encinitas include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and Swamis Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, Birch Aquarium and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin'.
What's the seasonal weather like in Encinitas?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Encinitas to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Encinitas is 335 mm.
What are my options for getting around Encinitas while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Encinitas to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 6.2 mi (10 km) away. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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