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

Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1799)
"Basic, reasonably priced motel "
United States
Delrae
The price is AED 203
AED 227 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"We had good stay! We’ve been multiple times and the rooms have been nice everytime ! "
United States
Taylor
The price is AED 231
AED 254 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Beach/ocean view
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (500)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Joan
Moonlight Beach Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (252)
"Room was clean, a very quiet location. Friendly front desk staff. Thank you for a great nights rest!"
United States
Cassandra
The price is AED 236
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Escondido Lodge
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Clean room,and staff"
United States
Jonathan
The price is AED 262
AED 288 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Good location room was clean"
United States
Mark
The price is AED 176
AED 206 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Scandia Motel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

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, (1001)
"Extremely friendly staff, clean hotel, and love the breakfast buffet, great selection. "
United States
Mary
The price is AED 393
AED 432 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (498)
"Comfortable beds friendly staff"
United States
Candi
The price is AED 253
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Vista Inn Motel
Outdoor pool
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Townsite
5.8 out of 10, (999)
"Nice"
United States
David
The price is AED 261
AED 294 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Pacific Inn
Property grounds
Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (139)
"Felt safe and secure during my week stay."
United States
Cameron
The price is AED 239
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hacienda Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1690)
"Clean room & helpful staff.. "
United States
Marvin
The price is AED 209
AED 234 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Outdoor pool
Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.4 out of 10, (548)
"Clean room, parking was excellent and a lot of stuff to do around "
United States
Yael
The price is AED 253
AED 279 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Franciscan Inn
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (690)
"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 309
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Exterior
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
6.8 out of 10, (474)
"Great location "
United States
Manuel
The price is AED 278
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"The location of the hotel is the "
United States
Vikash
The price is AED 293
AED 329 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is AED 446
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Escondido Inn
Outdoor pool
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"extremely clean, well maintained and nicest motel 6 ever "
United States
Joel
The price is AED 312
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Exterior
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.6 out of 10, (1013)
"My stay so far has been has been excelent."
United States
nicolette
The price is AED 231
AED 261 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Outdoor pool
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

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, (1479)
"Great location but the hotel needs a deep cleaning. "
United States
Michael
The price is AED 268
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Boating
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Staff were nice, room was clean. Great for a weekend stay."
United States
Kasey
The price is AED 306
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent
"Did not have breakfast"
Alonso 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Lafayette Hotel & Club

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 San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
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 Beach is located 6.1 mi (9.8 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 - East: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 7.2 mi (11.6 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. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley: Central Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 18.8 mi (30.2 km) away. Free WiFi, parking, and laundry facilities 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 San Diego Zoo Safari Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff State Beach, and Encinitas Community Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium. Other places worth a visit include Swamis Beach and Eli Howard Surf School.
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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