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10 Jul - 12 Jul
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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea 3-star hotels

8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,934 reviews)
"My best place to stay for the summer."
United States
claudia
The price is 7.077.330 ₫
8.653.226 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Beach nearby

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,823 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Craig
The price is 7.179.111 ₫
8.251.888 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Lobby

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,180 reviews)
"Clean room, staff was very helpful, parking was easy and accessible!"
United States
Hector
The price is 3.392.700 ₫
3.899.738 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,226 reviews)
"Beachfront rooms were great."
United States
Jon
The price is 8.497.530 ₫
11.221.874 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Bahia Resort Hotel
Property amenity

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,039 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
David
The price is 3.208.600 ₫
3.697.517 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
View from property

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,793 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff when needed, and parking."
United States
Marilyn
The price is 2.438.799 ₫
2.803.054 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,708 reviews)
"Close to the beach and a clean room with a balcony."
United States
Michael
The price is 3.236.259 ₫
4.022.224 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,891 reviews)
"Great room & breakfast highly recommend"
United States
Charles
The price is 3.053.430 ₫
3.509.764 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Exterior

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,691 reviews)
"Would definitely be staying here again."
United States
Tawatchi
The price is 2.580.293 ₫
2.965.918 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Best Western Seven Seas
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,402 reviews)
"Beautiful property, very helpful staff, great location"
United States
Jamie
The price is 7.337.700 ₫
9.190.009 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
The Dana on Mission Bay
Lobby

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,861 reviews)
"Nice staff and good breakfast"
United States
Fernando
The price is 3.353.250 ₫
3.854.394 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Pines Corner Penthouse Suite (Recently Renovated) | View from room

La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,188 reviews)
"Wonderful beds and view!"
United States
Caroline
The price is 7.342.960 ₫
8.440.196 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
La Jolla Cove Suites
Reception

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
Rancho Peñasquitos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,367 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff and great breakfast."
United States
isabel
The price is 3.384.810 ₫
3.890.670 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Outdoor spa tub

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,599 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joshua
The price is 4.075.185 ₫
4.885.225 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Lobby

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,571 reviews)
"Very great stay"
United States
Phillip
The price is 5.121.925 ₫
5.887.518 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Free daily buffet breakfast

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
Carmel Mountain Ranch
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Very friendly staff although the weekend breakfast is only 730 to 9am"
United States
Cristina
The price is 3.524.200 ₫
4.015.649 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Breakfast and dinner served

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,500 reviews)
"Very friendly employees, Elva very nice I travel with kids, great breakfast"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is 4.397.360 ₫
5.054.546 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,078 reviews)
"Clean room, staff were amazing and location was great!"
United States
Joy
The price is 4.397.360 ₫
5.054.546 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,482 reviews)
"Hotel is lovely mission style in keeping with the area. The location is very convenient to local attractions."
United States
Toni
The price is 4.331.084 ₫
4.978.365 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Beach/ocean view

Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Ocean Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,399 reviews)
"10/10 would stay here every single time visiting OB. Right off of Newport Ave so you are able to go down the strip and hit all the shops and bars. 50ft away from the beach making beach days super easy. What an amazing trip."
United States
Vincent
The price is 6.130.530 ₫
6.912.173 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Ocean Beach Hotel
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is 7.763.760 ₫ per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
7.763.760 ₫
10.315.850 ₫ total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

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A rocky beach with palm trees and cliffs.

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Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent
"Everything"
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Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Expedia customers seeking an affordable and pleasant Cardiff-by-the-Sea property often pick The Encinitan Hotel & Suites. This 3-star hotel, roughly 5 km north of the centre, offers an ocean view and individually decorated rooms. Want another idea? Located 6 km south of downtown and including a terrace and premium bedding, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach is another guest favourite.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Book a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to comfortable and well-kept rooms and conveniences such as free WiFi, exercise equipment and tea and coffee making facilities. These properties may also have an on-site bar and restaurant. Upgrade your Cardiff-by-the-Sea break by opting for a 4-star hotel. With things like a spa, round-the-clock room service and luxury toiletries, you'll enjoy a heightened level of relaxation and comfort.