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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 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
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 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
Renovated in 2020
Sofa bed - double
  • 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 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
Renovated in 2020
Sofa bed - double
  • 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
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 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
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 12.3 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
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located 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, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Multilingual staff, 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020

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

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 at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

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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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 575 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 1247 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Tatiana

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very nice this hotel is one of my favorite to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun retro feel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, comfortable, people were so Nice to us, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good property, great prices!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Close to shopping and dining!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We liked the room was very clean, we could walk to downtown Encinitas (the driveway hill is pretty steep) The proximity to the interstate is good. Could be an excellent hotel with A LOT of TLC.
Stayed 26 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable rooms

Nice spacious rooms with comfortable needs and nice patios.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Imelda

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient but pool was closed due to event
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice location, close to everything. The property’s a little dated and the lobby is in the parking garage but overall it was fine for a quick trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect are and nice views
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed the location of the hotel and proximity to the beach, restaurants, downtown area. The breakfast options were good and my family enjoyed it. Liked the quaint feel of the hotel. There were some aspects of the bathroom/shower that could be better updated. My family and I had a nice time and will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean quite place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location! Near several beaches, shopping, park with pickleball courts. Very walkable. The beds were comfortable and rooms were clean. The drawbacks were the rooms were not very quiet. We could hear conversations clearly outside the room and traffic below. The shower had a sulfur smell when in use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed in a King Suite, and it was a beautiful room, with balcony with a great view. Room was well worth my money, I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Eduard

Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is okay. It is old. Needs a good deep clean. Much too expensive for what you get. Front desk staff was nice. Construction going on at the restaurant when we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tami

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room not as described at all. Very uncomfortable check in with a staff member that was bothered, unprofessional and not helpful. Will never stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My stay here was good overall. The hotel room had some wear and tear but they seem to be maintained well. The Keurig and mini fridge was a nice touch. My room was clean and I didn’t have any noise disturbances during my stay so that was a plus. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

This was my first time booking at this hotel. Check in process was smooth at the front desk and the room was very spacious and roomy with a comfy bed! I also enjoyed the view outside with options for dark curtains which I loved to make the room darker so I could sleep better. Continental breakfast they provided was delicious filled with different options such as pastries, yogurt, oatmeal and even eggs cooked as omelet one day and next day was sunny side up! I would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dino

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an air conditioner problem and maintenance came and fixed it without a problem. They came back to check it was still working. They were excellent. The cleaning staff was very nice as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Room had some cleanliness issues upon check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was very nice and helpful. I would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed-one morning they ran out of food with 1 hour to go 😢
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025