The Best Hotels Closest to Eli Howard Surf School in Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Eli Howard Surf School hotels

Couples treatment room(s), hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

1.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Anton

11.060.212 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

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

1.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Michael

5.273.918 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

3. Inn at Moonlight Beach

3.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Cesar

10.645.430 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

4. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

0.5 km from Eli Howard Surf School

PAMELA

5.450.965 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

5. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

joshua

5.038.959 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (1 King Bed) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

2.7 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Faustino

3.376.838 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

7. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

3.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Ellie

3.749.043 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

8. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

5.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Jose Arturo

5.936.412 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

9. Del Mar Beach Hotel

6.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Lori

7.227.506 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

10. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

7.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Mary

11.651.302 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

11. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

8.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Yoshiko

6.559.659 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

12. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

5.7 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Jan

6.308.267 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

13. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

9.8 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Sam

40.551.912 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

14. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

8.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Greg

20.594.424 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

15. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

7.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Danny

7.732.405 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

2 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

16. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

8.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Daniel

13.869.431 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach

4.7 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Deborah

6.674.802 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

18. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

6.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Karriem

14.452.502 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

19. Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

4.6 km from Eli Howard Surf School

james

6.525.393 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

20. L'Auberge Del Mar

7.2 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Holly

14.741.610 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Twelve Senses Retreat	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,043 reviews	View
Inn at Moonlight Beach	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 136 reviews	View
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 779 reviews	View
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,571 reviews	View

Top Eli Howard Surf School Hotel Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"This clean, beach-close hotel was an absolute delight. The location is perfect if you want easy access to the shore, and the hotel itself is spotless and well kept. From the moment we arrived, the staff stood out—everyone was super friendly, helpful, and genuinely kind. The cleaning team was also amazing: professional, thorough, and clearly take pride in keeping everything in great shape. The only downfall was getting to the beach—there’s a steep dirt trail that can feel challenging, especially if you’re traveling with bags or have someone with a torn ACL in your party (lol). But overall, it was a wonderful stay and I’d definitely come back for the cleanliness, comfort, and outstanding service."

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

8/10 Good

"This hotel is currently undergoing renovations. When we checked in, the room appeared clean, but after walking barefoot for about 20 minutes while unpacking, my feet were black with dirt and dust. I immediately notified the front desk, and after we took a short walk with our dog, the room had been cleaned. The housekeeping staff was very friendly, but one day our room was not serviced. We were out for about five hours and returned around 3:00 p.m. to find it untouched. Since we planned to stay in for the rest of the day, I exchanged the towels and emptied the trash myself. I was told housekeeping prioritizes checkout rooms first, but I was surprised our room had not been serviced despite being vacant for several hours. We did not use the pool or breakfast, but appreciated having a Keurig coffee maker, microwave, and small refrigerator in the room, which made it easy to bring our own breakfast and snacks. The staff was consistently friendly and helpful, and I understand they are doing their best while finishing the remodel. One frustration was that two of the room lights were motion-activated and turned off automatically. Twice, the bathroom light shut off while it was in use, which was inconvenient. I appreciate sustainability efforts, but automatic shutoffs in the bathroom were frustrating. Overall, we had a pleasant stay. The hotel is dog-friendly, within walking distance of great restaurants and downtown Encinitas, and just a short distance from the beach."

Leucadia Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"The kitchenette efficiency was cute and located close to a market and restaurants. The closest beach access is 0.6 miles away. Not a bad walk. The kitchenette was our only disappointment. The cookware consisted of one scratched up frying pan and.a large sauce pan. There wasn't any oven ready cookware. No mixing bowls. No chopping knifes, only one serrated bread knife."

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Cardiff State Beach

9.4/5 (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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Eli Howard Surf School?

Eli Howard Surf School is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff-by-the-Sea known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 99 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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What can I see and do near Eli Howard Surf School?

You can enjoy live performances at Belly Up and North Coast Repertory Theatre. Get outside and spend some time strolling around San Elijo State Beach, Encinitas Community Park and Seagrove Park. Moonlight State Beach, Solana Beach and Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for Eli Howard Surf School hotels

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

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

3. Inn at Moonlight Beach

4. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

5. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

7. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

8. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

9. Del Mar Beach Hotel

10. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

11. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

12. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

13. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

14. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

15. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

16. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach

18. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

19. Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

20. L'Auberge Del Mar

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