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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Beachside relaxation awaits at this poolside retreat with comfortable loungers, where shopping delights are just steps away from coastal comfort

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers contemporary accommodations near Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy the outdoor pool, loungers, umbrellas, and a spa tub. Includes continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a business center for practical needs.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King (Park View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Enci Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for The Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Handi Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Handi Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is in Downtown Encinitas, a walkable area in Encinitas with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to San Diego Zoo.
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Map
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625

What's nearby

  • Encinitas Surfboards - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Herb & Sea - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Hotel near Moonlight State Beach
Located close to San Diego Botanic Garden and Self Realization Fellowship, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and a vending machine
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 96 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Best Western Encinitas Inn Moonlight Beach
Best Western Inn Moonlight Beach
Best Western Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Best Western Moonlight Beach
Best Western Encinitas Inn And Suites At Moonlight Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden. Self Realization Fellowship and Del Mar Fairgrounds are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 617 out of 1321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1321 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Always a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pratima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room Privacy divider between beds Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, furniture dated but the view and location was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Amenities
Great room for our family, good breakfast, nice staff. Pool and hot tub fun but a bit dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great custom service!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Spotless. Staff very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is in a convenient location but needs some updating. Good for the price though
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very clean. Older, but clean. Pool and hot tub were open and my kids enjoyed them. Breakfast was okay, very basic.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Spiders in the room Pullout bed was very thin and the bars underneath the bed came right thru the mattress. The king suite was good Breakfast was good The room was cleaned thoroughly when we came back in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatcstay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff and hotel was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and spacious. We only stayed a short while, but wished we could have enjoyed the room longer. The lighting in the sink area was very bright. Would be good to soften the lights.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here and would definitely go back. Huge rooms great for extended stays with family. Great ocean view location, fun pool area, good breakfast and amazing staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and very comfotable bed. Good breakfast choices and the best coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAIL

Clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean, great location, very comfortable accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach views were amazing from the room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great breakfast choices, friendly staff, great location and value, but the hotel is showing signs of age and the restaurant in front is abandoned.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really appreciate the option for rooms with kitchenette. It makes our annual family fall break ocean trip affordable and therefore possible
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Love this hotel. Perfect location, kind staff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025