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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, (1,691 reviews)
"We always stay here love the hotel and location."
United States
Corrine
The price is NT$3,863
NT$4,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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, (1,332 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is NT$3,247
NT$3,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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, (642 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is NT$4,451
NT$4,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Moonlight Beach Motel

4. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Good beach hotel, clean and comfortable room. Good solid choice, gets the job done and would stay again. Good location."
United States
Samantha
The price is NT$3,674
NT$4,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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 NT$9,481
NT$11,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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, (1,065 reviews)
"Reasonable price and close to everything !!"
United States
April
The price is NT$4,489
NT$4,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

7. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
11.6 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,152 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel!!!"
United States
Shannon J
The price is NT$4,500
NT$4,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

8. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay so did my family"
United States
Oscar
The price is NT$4,008
NT$4,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, the room was clean and quiet."
United States
cynthia
The price is NT$4,412
NT$4,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

10. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,068 reviews)
"The staff always nice and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Anthony
The price is NT$3,394
NT$4,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
West Inn & Suites

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 NT$3,891
NT$4,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice. Great location, good pool, and nice room."
United States
John
The price is NT$5,604
NT$6,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

13. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Super clean and friendly staff."
United States
Rosa
The price is NT$4,008
NT$4,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

14. 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, (1,740 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was great!"
United States
Christine
The price is NT$3,332
NT$3,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

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, (1,173 reviews)
"Nice hotel and good breakfast"
United States
Brenda
The price is NT$3,734
NT$4,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is NT$4,873
NT$5,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

17. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great Hill Beach property to stay at close to everything including restaurants and grocery stores!"
United States
James
The price is NT$2,632
NT$2,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Leucadia Beach Inn

18. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Katherine
The price is NT$4,904
NT$5,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

19. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"The property was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful, great location."
United States
Angie
The price is NT$4,128
NT$5,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

20. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3.5 star property
11 km from Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,172 reviews)
"Short walk to the center of Del Mar. Great value."
United States
Christopher
The price is NT$4,701
NT$5,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

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

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

Olivenhain

Though Olivenhain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Encinitas like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood. Be sure to check out 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 traveler 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 neighborhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?
Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodations 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! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before 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, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Encinitas.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Encinitas?
To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Encinitas or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
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 neighborhood. 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.