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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea motels

Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,860 reviews)
"Great room and comfortable thank you!"
United States
Yen
The price is AED 176
AED 197 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Dina
The price is AED 250
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Motel Mediteran Escondido
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Kind, helpful front desk staff. A comfortable bed. It's pretty nice for an older hotel and a convenient location"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AED 256
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (520 reviews)
"Wonderful place and the best staff! "
United States
Raquel
The price is AED 435
AED 479 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Moonlight Beach Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (275 reviews)
"The room was ultra clean and staff was courteous. We only stayed for one night. "
United States
David
The price is AED 248
AED 273 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Escondido Lodge
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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, (1,000 reviews)
"The front staff was fantastic and friendly. The rooms were clean and the staff were all very considerate."
United States
Angela
The price is AED 408
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
United States
Dave
The price is AED 218
AED 254 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Scandia Motel
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (509 reviews)
"Todo excelente "
Mexico
Erika
The price is AED 235
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Vista Inn Motel
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Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (141 reviews)
"Felt safe and secure during my week stay."
United States
Cameron
The price is AED 220
AED 311 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Hacienda Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (717 reviews)
"I really like super 8 clean room very nice staff good customer service quite close to beach nice overall 😊"
United States
Genevive
The price is AED 284
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,719 reviews)
"spotless, super fast check in, quiet and relaxed.. great stay this time."
United States
Mark
The price is AED 231
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Lobby

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.4 out of 10, (556 reviews)
"Staff will resolve any issues you may have. Good place for the money! Close to food and stores. And great staff!"
United States
norman
The price is AED 253
AED 279 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Franciscan Inn
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Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, spacious ,easy access to highway … very good staff .. "
United States
Suresh
The price is AED 293
AED 329 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Exterior

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, (482 reviews)
"Spotless room, Great staff!"
United States
Zachariah
The price is AED 311
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is AED 446
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Escondido Inn
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff!"
United States
Roy
The price is AED 225
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Kyle
The price is AED 305
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (1 King Bed) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
6.8 out of 10, (1,136 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Sharon
The price is AED 264
AED 292 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Boating

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was close to our relative with easy access."
United States
Lynne
The price is AED 287
AED 323 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Outdoor pool

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.8 out of 10, (1,479 reviews)
"Quick and easy check in, room was clean, spacious. "
United States
Lizbeth
The price is AED 291
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Thanks "
YUSSEF 13-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
California Suites Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Because you'll save on your room, you can make the most of what Cardiff-by-the-Sea has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and Mission Beach.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. Starting in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
These are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East is located 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Pacific Inn: Central Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos: 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
What can I do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
In this family-friendly area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Favorite places in and around Cardiff-by-the-Sea include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and Mission Beach. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff State Beach, and Swamis Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: San Diego Zoo Safari Park, GIA Museum, and Birch Aquarium. Other places worth a visit include Eli Howard Surf School and Encinitas Community Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Cardiff-by-the-Sea to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Cardiff-by-the-Sea when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cardiff-by-the-Sea to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 7.2 mi (11.7 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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