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1. 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, (1,383 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is AED 380
AED 420 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

2. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is AED 373
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Moonlight Beach Motel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,072 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
The price is AED 236
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large windows, and potted plants.

4. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful. Great place to stay if you are going to the Safari Park."
United States
Jared
The price is AED 477
AED 525 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

5. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,126 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
The price is AED 209
AED 241 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

6. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (482 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is AED 226
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Escondido Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

7. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (331 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
The price is AED 281
AED 317 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Mission Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

8. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is AED 196
AED 266 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Scandia Motel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area.

9. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (681 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is AED 290
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Franciscan Inn
A hotel room with two single beds, each with a blue headboard and white bedding. The room has a wooden floor and a large painting of a coastal scene on the wall.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (904 reviews)
"The bed was really stiff and the pillows were not comfortable but the price and availability made up for it"
United States
Carlos
The price is AED 290
AED 327 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. A nice place to stay for price."
United States
Patricia
The price is AED 272
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

12. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Newly renovated, clean rooms. Friendly staff, very nice place for the price"
United States
Rhiannon
The price is AED 222
AED 258 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ramona Valley Inn
A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

13. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (165 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is AED 294
AED 400 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hacienda Motel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a small kitchenette.

14. 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, (602 reviews)
"Love the location and live plants on the property"
United States
Evelyn
The price is AED 364
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

15. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,957 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
The price is AED 239
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

16. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (916 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Gabriel
The price is AED 314
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

17. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (485 reviews)
"The most disgusting hotel I’ve ever step foot into"
United States
Camille
The price is AED 201
AED 229 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Relax Inn And Suites
A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.

18. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (313 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is AED 290
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Villa Serena
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

19. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (498 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is AED 301
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is AED 293
AED 323 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
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Top Rancho Santa Fe Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent
"This was a good place to stay for a few days. The staff was friendly and helpful."
Rene 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Rancho Santa Fe?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Rancho Santa Fe. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Rancho Santa Fe?
These are some of our customers' favorite motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA is located 12.4 mi (20 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Fe. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central Rancho Santa Fe is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) away. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 20.5 mi (32.9 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Fe. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos: Central Rancho Santa Fe is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. Free breakfast and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Mission Bay Motel: 16 mi (25.8 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Fe. Enjoy access to the parking, 24-hour front desk, and outdoor pool.
What can I do in Rancho Santa Fe?
While you're exploring this relaxing, romantic area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. Those who've visited Rancho Santa Fe have good things to say about its spas and beaches. Favorite places in and around Rancho Santa Fe include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay, and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Mission Beach, Solana Beach, and Del Mar North Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, Belmont Park, and Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center.
What's the seasonal weather like in Rancho Santa Fe?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Rancho Santa Fe to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September 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 Rancho Santa Fe is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Rancho Santa Fe when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Rancho Santa Fe to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 14.9 mi (24 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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