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A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

1. Moonlight Beach Motel

Downtown Encinitas

Scott

4.415.914 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Helli

2.556.183 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center

Roberto

1.890.179 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach

Roy

2.132.164 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad

James

2.575.119 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

Olde Carlsbad

Amber Joy

2.486.053 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

7. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Kit Carson

Bob

2.284.832 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

8. Mission Bay Motel

Pacific Beach

Qiana

2.213.171 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Townsite

Alan

2.497.412 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

10. Escondido Lodge

Kit Carson

Angelica

1.774.079 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

Escondido

Patrick

3.370.127 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

12. Vista Inn Motel

Vista

Luis

2.256.272 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

13. Scandia Motel

Carlsbad Village

Jorge

2.008.846 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

14. Franciscan Inn

Vista

Anna

1.970.668 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

15. Hacienda Motel

Central Escondido

MICHAEL

2.827.480 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Lake

alfredo

1.936.395 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

17. Escondido Inn

Central Escondido

Brian

3.152.125 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

18. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Pacific Beach

Jennifer

2.704.956 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A row of single-story houses with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained lawns.

19. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook

Sandrella

1.915.624 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

20. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Fallbrook

Marcelo

1.705.315 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Top Encinitas Hotel Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfortable beds and pillows and clean with friendly staff."

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The motel is very close to the beach 4 min walk and it has beach chairs and boogie boards available although, they are older and well used. My room was very clean had all the amenities I needed and they were very nice to have upgraded me. The staff and manager were super helpful. They have a barbecue area with a nice barbecue to use the water. Pressure could be better at least in my room, but the towels were soft and fluffy and plenty of them. The beds were extremely comfortable and I believe the room must be soundproof because I couldn’t hear anything and there is a train track nearby. I would highly recommend this motel as I have been here several times and I’ve never been disappointed."

Inn at Moonlight Beach

10/10 Excellent

"I've visited Encinitas many times over the years, but staying at the Inn at Moonlight Beach was a uniquely uplifting experience. It felt like a stay at an ashram: peaceful, meditative, and deeply rejuvenating. The details make all the difference. Upon arrival, a small selection of dried fruit with herbs from the inn's own garden and a pot of hot herbal tea were waiting in the room. The room itself was spacious, with an outdoor space facing the garden, which is lit at night with a soft, almost surreal glow. Everything is thoughtfully designed to make you feel welcome and a world away from the hustle of the outside world."

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Number of reviews	8,046
Accommodation	4 Motels
Lowest Price	1.705.315 ₫
Highest Price	4.415.914 ₫

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Encinitas?

By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Encinitas. In the larger area, popular places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

What is a motel?

At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What things can I to do in Encinitas?

Enjoy the seafood restaurants and cafes in this walkable area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Encinitas love the beaches. Favourite places in and around Encinitas include LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and Swamis Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, Birch Aquarium and Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center.

What's the seasonal weather like in Encinitas?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Encinitas to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Encinitas is 335 mm.

What are my options for getting around Encinitas while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Encinitas to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 6.2 mi (10 km) away. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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1. Moonlight Beach Motel

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

7. Motel Mediteran Escondido

8. Mission Bay Motel

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

10. Escondido Lodge

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

12. Vista Inn Motel

13. Scandia Motel

14. Franciscan Inn

15. Hacienda Motel

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

17. Escondido Inn

18. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

19. Fallbrook Country Inn

20. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Leucadia Beach Inn

Moonlight Beach Motel

Inn at Moonlight Beach

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Our top choices for Encinitas motels

1. Moonlight Beach Motel

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

7. Motel Mediteran Escondido

8. Mission Bay Motel

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

10. Escondido Lodge

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

12. Vista Inn Motel

13. Scandia Motel

14. Franciscan Inn

15. Hacienda Motel

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

17. Escondido Inn

18. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

19. Fallbrook Country Inn

20. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

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