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A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.
A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.
A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
1.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Jacklyn
9.413.196 ₫
10.406.675 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Twelve Senses Retreat
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.
A hallway with a circular window featuring a statue, surrounded by labeled columns and a wooden wall.
A wooden wall with planters labeled "SUCCULENT LIBRARY" containing various succulents.
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

2. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
2.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Cesar
7.182.432 ₫
8.683.075 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Inn at Moonlight Beach
A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.
A reception desk with a wooden panel design and a digital kiosk, located in a modern hotel lobby with a large window and a welcome sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A modern lounge area with patterned sofas, round tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

3. 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
3.828.022 ₫
4.210.824 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern house with a curved wooden facade, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
Two brown leather armchairs with blue cushions, a small white table with a plant, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A room with a window seat, white curtains, and a chandelier.

4. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
0.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Joey
5.844.528 ₫
6.440.378 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

5. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
2.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Marie
3.184.107 ₫
3.900.003 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a cityscape view.
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a cliff in the background.
A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. 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
2.675.808 ₫
2.956.634 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

7. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
13.4 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Jesse
3.625.120 ₫
3.994.674 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and people.
A corridor with a view of the ocean at sunset, potted plants, and a railing.
A residential house with a covered patio, solar panels on the roof, and a brick pathway.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with two barstools, and pendant lighting.

8. Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
7.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Kristine
5.848.440 ₫
7.532.942 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Del Mar Beach Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.
A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

9. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
12.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Anthony
2.718.840 ₫
3.635.611 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
West Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.
A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

10. 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
3.732.048 ₫
4.112.530 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.
A spacious living room with a herringbone wood floor, wooden ceiling beams, and a large painting on the wall.
A bar area with green upholstered bar stools, a marble countertop, and a fireplace.
A restaurant with a long wooden table, green upholstered seating, and a patterned ceiling.

11. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
7.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Robert
9.365.328 ₫
11.543.745 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a Hilton logo, and a wooden wall design.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.
A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

12. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
11.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Christine
3.211.230 ₫
3.635.112 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A nighttime view of a building entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and benches.
A hotel pool area with sun loungers, a central pool, and surrounding greenery.
A spacious living area with a pool table, a sofa, and a red armchair. There is a kitchen in the background with a dining table and chairs.

13. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
5.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Clifford
4.035.570 ₫
4.560.194 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
A resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and surrounding greenery.
A couple dining outdoors at a table with a fire feature, in front of a classical building with arches.
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and stone columns.

14. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar
12.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Brandon
19.012.320 ₫
23.963.804 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.
A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.
A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.

15. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
13.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Tracy
3.027.888 ₫
4.122.581 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lakehouse Resort
A two-story building with a brown tiled roof, a stone chimney, and a flag.
A spacious living area with a kitchen counter, a sofa, and a coffee table.
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, umbrellas, and a stone wall with a fire feature.

16. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
8.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Christopher
3.885.920 ₫
4.398.667 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.
A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large potted plant.
A spacious conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and a sofa. There are ceiling lights, a television, and a kitchen area visible.

17. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
11.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Lizette
3.497.328 ₫
3.923.827 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.
A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

18. Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace
16.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Beth
5.066.040 ₫
7.000.623 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Beach Terrace
An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.
A backyard with a wooden fence, a brick wall, and a small wooden deck.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a yellow cabinet.

19. The Green Room Hotel

The Green Room Hotel
17.5 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
Alison
3.407.665 ₫
3.833.623 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Green Room Hotel
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A poolside area with stone fire pit seating and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott Residence Inn.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
12.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
United States
John
4.851.141 ₫
5.442.739 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
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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
A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.
Twelve Senses Retreat
9.8
Exceptional
42 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.
Inn at Moonlight Beach
9.6
Exceptional
144 reviews
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A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
9.2
Wonderful
1,066 reviews
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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
8.6
Excellent
820 reviews
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A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
8.2
Very good
1,686 reviews
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Top San Elijo State Beach Hotel Reviews

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the place. Beach and shops within walking distance."
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Kaitlin 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Fabulous stay"
Oliver 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Del Mar Beach Hotel
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Manager went out of his way to ensure our stay was good. He was SO nice!"
M J 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Leucadia Beach Inn
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 5 days ago
Moonlight Beach Motel

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 care-free 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 stop at Self Realization Fellowship. Wander through 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 such as 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, take a look at the 87 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
How many hotels will I find close to San Elijo State Beach?
Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near San Elijo State Beach.
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 theatre. 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.