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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, (643 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is AED 854
AED 940 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
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, (1,341 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is AED 345
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,912 reviews)
"Clean and quiet place"
United States
Roberto
The price is AED 239
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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, (2,095 reviews)
"Safe,quiet and uneventful!!!"
United States
Roy
The price is AED 261
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is AED 325
AED 364 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
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 AED 309
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

7. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is AED 264
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The Scandia hotel in Carlsbad is a great location, close to shopping beach and restaurants"
United States
Rob
The price is AED 196
AED 265 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Scandia Motel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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, (1,003 reviews)
"The room and staff were great and the breakfast was delicious and outstanding. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed in a hotel with a better breakfast whether it was included or not. It was nice to have several restaurants in close proximity as well. Highly recommend!"
United States
John
The price is AED 477
AED 525 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room

10. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (274 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is AED 283
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (877 reviews)
"Close to the beach, clean rooms. The only things was the parking. Very chaotic, but we would stay here again."
United States
Elsie
The price is AED 349
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

12. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (459 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is AED 236
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Escondido Lodge
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 AED 294
AED 400 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Hacienda Motel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (684 reviews)
"Must of the amenities work for a quiet stay personal was so helpful and there is restaurants close by and parks is close to the freeway"
United States
Luis
The price is AED 264
AED 291 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Vista Inn Motel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is AED 276
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,649 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 AED 219
AED 247 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is AED 272
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

18. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is AED 211
AED 237 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Fallbrook Country Inn
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

19. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is AED 1,394
AED 1,533 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Escondido Inn
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

20. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"They have clean rooms and tidy furniture, but the paint is old and in need of renovation; the staff are friendly and nice."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is AED 198
AED 223 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
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Top Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful, clean, quaint. Great restaurants, a little market and the beach all in very close walking distance."
Ladina 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Leucadia Beach Inn

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Encinitas?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Encinitas 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?
At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, 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 parking, 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. Favorite 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 Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center.
What's the seasonal weather like in Encinitas?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Encinitas is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Encinitas when 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) from the city center. Otherwise, look 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, consider renting a car to take in more sights.