What is Downtown Encinitas like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood. Be sure to check out Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach as part of your Downtown Encinitas travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Encinitas?

Based on our traveler data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?

Expedia has 125 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Encinitas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Encinitas area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Encinitas, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room 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 check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Encinitas.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Encinitas?

To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Encinitas or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Encinitas?

Dip your toes in the water at Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, and Swamis Beach while you're in Downtown Encinitas. You could also plan a visit to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens or Encinitas Surfboards while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include D Street Viewpoint, I Street Viewpoint, and J Street Viewpoint. Self Realization Fellowship and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotels

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A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

1. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

38.1 km from Downtown Encinitas

Sarah

AED 776 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

2. The Dana on Mission Bay

31.6 km from Downtown Encinitas

Assy Prune Celia

AED 882 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and beach.

3. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

30.6 km from Downtown Encinitas

Jesse

AED 1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

4. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

39.7 km from Downtown Encinitas

Alexander

AED 834 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.

5. The Sofia Hotel

38.7 km from Downtown Encinitas

Elliott

AED 684 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, bar, and lounge chairs.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

13.4 km from Downtown Encinitas

Nicholas

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A water slide with large rocks, a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, and mountains in the background.

7. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

24.9 km from Downtown Encinitas

Noe

AED 565 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a building with a balcony.

8. California Suites Hotel

26.1 km from Downtown Encinitas

Leo

AED 319 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

9. Lakehouse Resort

11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas

Maureen

AED 482 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a golf course, and a view of the surrounding hills.

10. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

5.7 km from Downtown Encinitas

Doron

AED 1,128 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

11. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Downtown Encinitas

Antonio

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

12. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

6.1 km from Downtown Encinitas

Allison

AED 693 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.

13. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

2.8 km from Downtown Encinitas

Sylwia A

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

14. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

37.4 km from Downtown Encinitas

Victoria

AED 642 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel with a landscaped garden, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

15. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

8.4 km from Downtown Encinitas

Alejandro

AED 631 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

16. Handlery Hotel

33.6 km from Downtown Encinitas

Shane Allen

AED 423 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

36.6 km from Downtown Encinitas

James

AED 676 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

18. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas

Jorge Adrian

AED 417 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

19. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Cesar

AED 1,544 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3.2 km from Downtown Encinitas

Scott

AED 834 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Encinitas

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Moonlight Beach Motel	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 665 reviews	View
Inn at Moonlight Beach	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 146 reviews	View
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,742 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 1,373 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

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A sunset over a calm sea with surfers in the water.

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

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A coastal landscape with cliffs and a sunset over the ocean.

Olivenhain

Though Olivenhain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach.

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Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. 10 of 10 recommended."

The Dana on Mission Bay

8/10 Good

"The property is beautiful and it does feel resort like, but it’s a lot different in person. The Marina view rooms are like motels where cars are parked outside your front door and there is a big walk way in front of the only window facing the marina. It not very private and you can only enjoy the view from your room if you don’t mind people walking right against your window and peering in. There was also a cockroach in my room but it was an outdoor cockroach, not the kind that hitches a ride home with you. With all that being said I still really liked the hotel and would probably stay on the tropical side next time."

La Jolla Shores Hotel

8/10 Good

"We really enjoyed the beach access and pool. The location was great Ames everything was clean. It would have been nice to know more about the hotel amenities.. ordering drinks poolside or how the towel return worked. However we really enjoyed our stay and were there for the beach and we definitely took advantage of that! I would stay here again."

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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

1. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

2. The Dana on Mission Bay

3. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

5. The Sofia Hotel

6. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

7. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

8. California Suites Hotel

9. Lakehouse Resort

10. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

11. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

12. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

13. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

14. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

15. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

16. Handlery Hotel

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

18. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

19. Inn at Moonlight Beach

20. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

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

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