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1. Twelve Senses Retreat

1.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Felipe

₩505,190

₩558,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

1.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Paul

₩207,794

₩228,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View | View from room

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

0.5 km from Eli Howard Surf School

VALERIE

₩329,995

₩363,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View) | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Marie

₩185,228

₩225,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

2.7 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Anna

₩138,878

₩153,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

13.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Kathleen Manifor

₩189,842

₩209,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

7. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

9.8 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Sam

₩1,555,832

₩1,798,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Del Mar Beach Hotel

6.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Linda

₩395,895

₩497,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

17 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Fessehai

₩189,843

₩209,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

10. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

7.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Farah

₩482,888

₩599,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, blackout drapes

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Sara

₩172,968

₩195,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

12. West Inn & Suites

13.2 km from Eli Howard Surf School

heather

₩189,588

₩244,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

5.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Chris

₩219,059

₩247,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Cottage, Multiple Beds | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

14. Lakehouse Resort

13.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Guibin

₩177,102

₩237,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge)

15. Leucadia Beach Inn

5.6 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Kay

₩164,360

₩180,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

16. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

8.3 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Daniel

₩179,296

₩202,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Golf View (ADA Roll in Shower) | View from room

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Golf View (ADA Roll in Shower) | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy, facials

17. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

7.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Brittany

₩322,775

₩395,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Deluxe Triple Room, Kitchen, Corner | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar (some free items), desk

Presidential Suite, Kitchen, Corner | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar (some free items), desk

18. The Green Room Hotel

17.9 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Eric

₩214,560

₩241,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

12.1 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Lizette

₩228,066

₩255,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

20. Beach Terrace

16.4 km from Eli Howard Surf School

Ashley

₩437,445

₩562,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Eli Howard Surf School

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Twelve Senses Retreat	9.8 Exceptional 40 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar	9.2 Wonderful 1,055 reviews	View
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge	8.6 Excellent 809 reviews	View
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites	8.2 Very Good 1,654 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach	7.0 Good 1,281 reviews	View

Top Eli Howard Surf School Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Very attentive staff. The Manager Hannah goes above and beyond to make your staff amazing."

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent family vacation. Kids love the pools, wife loves the spa and excellent dinner options all on property."

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

8/10 Good

"It had been a little while since it we used last and had a musty smell, but nothing 30 mins of A/C and open doors couldn’t solve… then the price is right— go to hotel in Del Mar!"

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Cleanliness is my biggest concern, and not only was it super clean...that shower water pressure was fantastic! The room was spacious, the staff was kind and helpful, and it's so close to the beach. I would definitely recommend. Thank you!"

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Situated in a great spot! You can walk to restaurants & cafes. CoZy ✨ The manager made it possible for me to stay in my same room, when the room wasn’t available once I decided to extend my stay. Very helpful!"

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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 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 visit to Self Realization Fellowship. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside 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 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, check out the 101 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Eli Howard Surf School?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Eli Howard Surf School. Another good choice is Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Eli Howard Surf School?

Expedia has 101 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Eli Howard Surf School.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Eli Howard Surf School, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel 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 scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Eli Howard Surf School.

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

You can catch a show at Belly Up, North Coast Repertory Theatre, and The Sound. Get outside and spend some time strolling around San Elijo State Beach, Seagrove Park, and Encinitas Community 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. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

7. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

8. Del Mar Beach Hotel

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

10. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12. West Inn & Suites

13. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

14. Lakehouse Resort

15. Leucadia Beach Inn

16. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

17. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

18. The Green Room Hotel

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

20. Beach Terrace

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Top Eli Howard Surf School Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Moonlight Beach Motel

Leucadia Beach Inn

Other attractions near Eli Howard Surf School

Cardiff State Beach

Self Realization Fellowship

Encinitas Community Park

Elks Lodge

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

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