What is Downtown Encinitas like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood. Be sure to check out Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach as part of your Downtown Encinitas travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Encinitas?

Based on our traveler data, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Encinitas. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Encinitas area?

Expedia has 128 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Encinitas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Encinitas area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Encinitas, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Encinitas.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Encinitas?

To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Encinitas or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Encinitas?

Dip your toes in the water at Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, and Swamis Beach while you're in Downtown Encinitas. You could also plan a visit to Self Realization Fellowship or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Encinitas include Encinitas Surfboards, D Street Viewpoint, and I Street Viewpoint. J Street Viewpoint and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Encinitas.

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotels

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Our top choices for Downtown Encinitas hotels

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Faustino

₩198,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Moonlight Beach Motel

Downtown Encinitas

Jayme

₩482,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Downtown Encinitas

Karla

₩280,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | WiFi (free), alarm clocks, bed sheets

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Downtown Encinitas

Geneva

₩237,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Cesar

₩708,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

11.6 km from Downtown Encinitas

Beibei

₩256,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

2.8 km from Downtown Encinitas

Michael

₩263,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia, 2.9 km from Downtown Encinitas

lisa

₩218,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

11.2 km from Downtown Encinitas

Rafael

₩207,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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

19 km from Downtown Encinitas

Michael

₩273,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

19.3 km from Downtown Encinitas

DINA

₩264,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

20.4 km from Downtown Encinitas

Neil

₩170,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

8 km from Downtown Encinitas

Jose Arturo

₩287,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

17.9 km from Downtown Encinitas

Juan

₩250,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Leucadia, 3.1 km from Downtown Encinitas

Jessica

₩219,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

11 km from Downtown Encinitas

Shellie

₩368,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Lakehouse Resort

11.7 km from Downtown Encinitas

Colleen

₩262,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

27.5 km from Downtown Encinitas

Jose Luis

₩236,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

6.9 km from Downtown Encinitas

Aimee

₩255,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

15.1 km from Downtown Encinitas

Lark

₩145,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Find the best Downtown Encinitas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A sunset over a calm sea with surfers in the water.

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

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Olivenhain

Though Olivenhain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach.

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Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

8/10 Good

"The second room is pretty good. This trip is a pros and cons on this hotel."

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

10/10 Excellent

"I always love staying at the inn by the sea because it is always a perfect time. The staff is professional, helpful, great to talk to. Everything is walking distance, which makes it perfect. La Jolla is beautiful. That makes it perfect. They have coupons for several restaurants. There’s jazz down the street and a great Italian restaurant. It’s one of my favorite places in San Diego."

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We went to Encinitas for a family vacation, and to our surprise, it turned out to be such a wonderful place to stay. The small, enclosed pool and hot tub were excellent and created a cozy atmosphere. It felt more like a small family gathering than a typical hotel, which we really enjoyed. Parking was super convenient, with plenty of spaces available. Breakfast was great, and the location was close to everything we wanted to visit. We would definitely stay here again. The only downside was the TVs in the rooms - they’re quite basic. Since we were traveling with kids, having a more modern TV with updated features would have made relaxing in the room much more enjoyable."

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"The room was a great size with a separate bedroom area. The bathroom and shower were perfect for the family. We spent most of the time at the splash zone pools where the small water slide was where our daughter was enjoying most of her time. The restaurant and marketplace were great and the ice cream was delicious! Highly recommended for families with children."

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Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Moonlight Beach Motel

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Leucadia Beach Inn

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

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

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Lakehouse Resort

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Where to stay in Downtown Encinitas

Leucadia

Olivenhain

Top Downtown Encinitas Hotel Reviews

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

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