Downtown Encinitas Travel Guide
Encinitas
Visit Downtown Encinitas
Popular places to visit
Self Realization Fellowship
You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a stop at Self Realization Fellowship. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Moonlight State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Moonlight State Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
San Diego Botanic Garden
After visiting San Diego Botanic Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Encinitas. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Leucadia State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Leucadia State Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Beacon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beacon Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South Ponto Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Top hotels in Downtown Encinitas
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
"Not very clean bathrooms or rooms"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
"The motel is being renovated, so there is loud noise throughout the day. One step on a staircase is severely cracked, with jagged concrete and rebar exposed. The property is right off the freeway. I have never heard such loud traffic noise throughout the night."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
"It’s practically turn key everything we needed plus more was in the condo. Full kitchen, bath, washer/dryer, 2tv’s , couch bed, dining area and patio with 2 large rocking chairs. Very quiet, beautiful hilly grounds. Take your walking shoes or be prepared to drive around the grounds depending on where ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
"On the bay and dog, friendly resort, very nice parking was overpriced per night in my opinion"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
California Suites Hotel
"I did not like the rooms every thing is very old. The bed is not good, the towels are very small and thin. We got there at night there were homeless in property they look like they where selling drugs. Some people act like they live there it was weird. I will never stay there again."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"We love this place! We used to live in San Diego, and everytime we go back with our two toddler aged kiddos, we always stay at Paradise Point! It’s smack dab in the middle of everything, has everything you need, and is gorgeous! The kids also get a kick out of feeding the ducks at the resort :)"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas
Leucadia
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Beacon Beach might round out your trip.
Olivenhain
Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
