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A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Marie

NT$3,890

NT$4,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

2. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

13.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Jana

NT$4,631

NT$5,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A living room with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, blue ottoman, and a chair with red cushions. A bookshelf is against the wall, and a fireplace is visible.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, coffee makers, and a variety of food items.

A hotel lobby with a snack bar, refrigerated display cases, and a beverage refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

16.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Eleana

NT$4,859

NT$5,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.

A pool area with a view of a mountain and a town in the background.

A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.

4. Lakehouse Resort

13.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Guibin

NT$3,986

NT$5,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A resort with multiple-story buildings, outdoor seating areas, and a pathway leading to the beach.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a tiled roof.

5. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel

16.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

NT$285,651

NT$321,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee bar, and a TV.

A digital display in a hotel lobby with a view of a beach and ocean.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a well-lit pathway.

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

16.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Dan

NT$4,843

NT$5,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and people.

A residential house with a covered patio, solar panels on the roof, and a brick pathway.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with two barstools, and pendant lighting.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

7. Del Mar Beach Hotel

6.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Linda

NT$8,909

NT$11,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned sofas, and a modern fireplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and potted plants.

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a fireplace.

8. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

12.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Lizette

NT$4,428

NT$4,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, and a lamp. There are two framed artworks on the wall and a wooden door in the background.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

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

16.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Johnathan

NT$4,715

NT$5,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a kitchen area.

A modern dining area with a long table and bar stools, a vending machine, and a water dispenser.

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

15.8 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Alice

NT$2,874

NT$3,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A Courtyard Marriott outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and stone accents.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern lounge area with blue sofas, glass coffee tables, and a pool view.

A landscaped garden with a pond, walking paths, and a building in the background.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

19.2 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Samuel Hope

NT$4,858

NT$5,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern resort with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor area, and a sunset view.

A gated entrance with a stone sign, a white car parked inside, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.

A patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A bar area with leather seating, a bar counter, and a large window overlooking a view.

12. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

9.8 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Sam

NT$35,013

NT$40,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset, and a bedside table with a phone.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.

13. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

18.5 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Emily

NT$3,013

NT$3,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An outdoor patio with seating, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, multiple chairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a red curb.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting fixtures, and comfortable seating areas.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

19.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

ana

NT$4,642

NT$5,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a reception desk, a sofa, and a small table.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. There is a window with a view of the outside.

A hotel with a swimming pool, solar panels, and a parking lot.

15. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

3.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

curt

NT$3,756

NT$4,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and surrounding greenery.

A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A couple dining outdoors at a table with a fire feature, in front of a classical building with arches.

A woman in a floral swimsuit stepping out of a spa area with a hot tub, a lounge chair, and a sign indicating an outdoor terrace.

16. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

12.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Elizabeth

NT$21,951

NT$27,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A patio area with outdoor seating, a grill, and palm trees.

A corridor with a vending machine and refrigerated shelves stocked with beverages and snacks.

A hotel with a brick facade, palm trees, and an American flag.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley

16.2 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Daniel

NT$5,142

NT$5,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious hotel kitchen with marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and a central island.

A hotel with a beige facade, "Homewood Suites" signage, and a covered entrance area with seating.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view.

A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees, with a multi-story building in the background.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

13 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Diccon John

NT$4,847

NT$5,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, wicker furniture, and a covered seating area with blue umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two chairs, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views.

A hotel with a stone facade, a flagpole with an American flag, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

19.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Erika

NT$5,115

NT$5,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, each with a built-in fire feature, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, balconies, and palm trees.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

16 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Mark

NT$6,981

NT$7,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Top Eli Howard Surf School Hotel Reviews

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

10/10 Excellent

"very nice"

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10/10 Excellent

"Good area to stay at. Liquor store is walking distance and a nice private beach open to everyone."

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

10/10 Excellent

"It was a fantastic Stay-Cation."

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

10/10 Excellent

"Quick walk to the beach and local shops"

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

8/10 Good

"Está en renovación, la habitación en buenas condiciones"

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location, uniqueness, cleanliness, friendly helpful staff."

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"Overall positive experience. We had a problem with our bathroom drainage and staff quickly accommodated us. Breakfast was great and the views from the balcony were fantastic-- especially during sunset. The pool was nice as well."

Other attractions near Eli Howard Surf School

A beach with footprints leading to the water, a person standing in the distance, and a sunset over the ocean.

Cardiff State Beach

9.4/10 (113 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A white building with a golden dome, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot with cars.

Self Realization Fellowship

8.8/10 (75 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a visit to Self Realization Fellowship. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Encinitas Community Park

9.0/10 (48 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Elks Lodge

Elks Lodge is just one of the places to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas is just one of the places to see in Encinitas, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

9.0/10 (96 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens during your trip to Encinitas. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Eli Howard Surf School?

Eli Howard Surf School is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff-by-the-Sea known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 101 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Eli Howard Surf School?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Eli Howard Surf School. Another good choice is Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Eli Howard Surf School?

Expedia has 101 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Eli Howard Surf School.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Eli Howard Surf School, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel 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 scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Eli Howard Surf School.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Eli Howard Surf School?

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What can I see and do near Eli Howard Surf School?

You can catch a show at Belly Up, North Coast Repertory Theatre, and The Sound. Get outside and spend some time strolling around San Elijo State Beach, Seagrove Park, and Encinitas Community Park. Moonlight State Beach, Solana Beach, and Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

4. Lakehouse Resort

5. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

7. Del Mar Beach Hotel

8. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

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

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

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

12. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

13. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

15. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

16. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Top Eli Howard Surf School Hotel Reviews

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Leucadia Beach Inn

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Other attractions near Eli Howard Surf School

Cardiff State Beach

Self Realization Fellowship

Encinitas Community Park

Elks Lodge

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

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