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Our top choices for San Elijo State Beach hotels

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
1.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
April
AED 517
AED 569 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

2. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
2.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Cesar
AED 1,086
AED 1,305 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Inn at Moonlight Beach

3. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
2.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Marie
AED 448
AED 549 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.5 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Helli
AED 377
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
17.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Paula
AED 526
AED 579 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
13.4 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Jesse
AED 496
AED 546 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

7. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
7.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Robert
AED 1,319
AED 1,626 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
19.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
ana
AED 537
AED 612 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

9. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway
19.5 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Amy
AED 621
AED 714 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
19.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Trini
AED 493
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

11. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar
12.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Brandon
AED 2,825
AED 3,544 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Fairmont Grand Del Mar

12. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
13.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Tracy
AED 418
AED 571 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lakehouse Resort

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
20.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Lisa Ann
AED 422
AED 465 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
19.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Juana
AED 592
AED 680 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

15. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
16.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Pedro
AED 434
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

16. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
11.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Lizette
AED 533
AED 598 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

17. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
8.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Greg
AED 2,663
AED 3,185 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

18. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
8.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Makesha
AED 1,928
AED 2,462 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

19. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
16.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Rebecca Kaylyn
AED 591
AED 680 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
16.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
jason
AED 459
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
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Compare popular hotels close to San Elijo State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Sports facility
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
9.2
Wonderful
1,063 reviews
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Restaurant
Inn at Moonlight Beach
9.6
Exceptional
144 reviews
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Outdoor spa tub
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
8.2
Very Good
1,683 reviews
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Lobby
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
7.0
Good
1,322 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Top San Elijo State Beach Hotel Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good
"N/a"
Julian 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location in walking distance from the beach and restaurants, the room was very clean with plenty of space, and the staff was friendly. I would stay here again."
Barry 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Moonlight Beach Motel
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"This place was great. Right across from the beach with a great rooftop. The rooms were spacious and beautiful. The staff was so helpful and I loved this little breakfast tray they bring you in the morning."
Jenna 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown

Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome apartment in a great location, just a block or two from town and the beach. Lots of privacy, super well equipped kitchen and house, and the hosts are great! Would definitely stay here again:)"
Natalie 4-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown
2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC,  bikes, Over 300 5-star reviews

2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 300 5-star reviews

10/10 Excellent
"Warren’s place is in an amazing location and has everything needed for a great stay. Really appreciated having a parking spot and access to a washer and dryer."
Haley C. 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 300 5-star reviews
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and nice. You can hear the freeway in the backyard. The interior is super clean and has lots of beds. The grill was great"
Thomas M. 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach
Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10

Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and very nice hist!"
Carolyn C. 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10
Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

10/10 Excellent
"The house is clean and beautiful. Having parking is a plus. Located on the walking path so easy to hop on it and head either direction. Ocean view spectacular!"
Dana P. 5-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway
Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

10/10 Excellent
"Our family of 7 had a great vacation at this cliffside home. The house is wonderfully located for a private restful visit while close to beach, restaurants (get the Cardiff Crack) and shops so driving was minimal. The closest beach is accessed by steep stairs but easier to access beaches are close by. The bedrooms are large and comfortable and the kitchen is equipped with everything necessary to eat and cook if you choose. We and our 2 dogs spent most of our home time on the fabulous deck watching surfers, dolphins, swimmers and the waves. The owner is very responsive and informative."
Karen G. 8-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

Other attractions near San Elijo State Beach

A beach with footprints leading to the water, a person standing in the distance, and a sunset over the ocean.
Photo by trenton.badillo

Cardiff State Beach

9.4/10 (113 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
Photo by trenton.badillo

Swamis Beach

9.2/10 (171 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Swamis Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
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A white building with a golden dome, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot with cars.

Self Realization Fellowship

8.8/10 (75 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a visit to Self Realization Fellowship. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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Eli Howard Surf School

8.6/10 (17 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Eli Howard Surf School and popular activities like surfing in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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Encinitas Community Park

9.0/10 (48 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Elks Lodge

Elks Lodge is just one of the places to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas is just one of the places to see in Encinitas, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

9.0/10 (96 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens during your trip to Encinitas. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Elijo State Beach?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit San Elijo State Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This historic area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 87 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near San Elijo State Beach?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from San Elijo State Beach. Another good option is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, located just 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to San Elijo State Beach?
Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Elijo State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Elijo State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near San Elijo State Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Elijo State Beach?
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What can I see and do near San Elijo State Beach?
You can watch performances at Belly Up, North Coast Repertory Theatre, and The Sound if you're interested in local theater. You can wander around Encinitas Community Park, Stagecoach Park, or Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center if you want a dose of fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Moonlight State Beach, Solana Beach, and Del Mar Beach.