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Our top choices for Encinitas motels

A beach with a building on the left, waves crashing onto the shore, and a clear sky.

1. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (679 reviews)
"This was my third time staying here and I will return on my next visit to California. Nice clean room with amazing view. Plus a 2 minute walk to the beach, can’t beat that!"
United States
raymond
The price is RM383
RM421 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Moonlight Beach Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on a wall with a mural.

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,391 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is RM303
RM335 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,958 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
The price is RM253
RM283 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,121 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
The price is RM235
RM272 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a large window.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"GOOD PLACE FOR A SHORT STAY"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is RM313
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United States
Philip
The price is RM295
RM330 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
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

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,072 reviews)
"Another great stay, at the BEST budget-friendly hotel in Escondido!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is RM282
RM310 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

8. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (351 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
The price is RM353
RM398 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mission Bay Motel
A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (908 reviews)
"Amazing"
United States
Ashley
The price is RM280
RM314 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

10. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (492 reviews)
"Clean, friendly"
United States
Debra
The price is RM251
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Escondido Lodge
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal serving trays.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Love that there were a lot of different places within walking distance."
United States
Pedro
The price is RM482
RM530 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A pool area with a fenced pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

12. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is RM270
RM302 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fallbrook Country Inn
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area.

13. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (685 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is RM323
RM355 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Franciscan Inn
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a sink, a microwave, and wooden cabinets.

14. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (165 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is RM326
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hacienda Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a radiator, and a large landscape painting on the wall.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Property was clean and good for a 1 night stay."
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM291
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A commercial building with a parking lot and multiple lanes of traffic.

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,773 reviews)
"Such a great location"
United States
Brendan
The price is RM257
RM290 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

17. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"During the week it's a good deal to stay it's like 65 to 75 a night"
United States
Jose
The price is RM221
RM249 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
A bedroom with a mural of a famous bridge and clock tower, a bed, and a nightstand.

18. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (177 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is RM451
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Escondido Inn
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

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

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (605 reviews)
"Love the location and live plants on the property"
United States
Evelyn
The price is RM426
RM481 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

20. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is RM200
RM275 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Scandia Motel
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Learn more about Encinitas

Laid-back surf culture thrives along golden beaches where locals catch waves from dawn until sunset. Botanical gardens and yoga studios dot this coastal gem, with the Self-Realization Fellowship offering peaceful meditation spots overlooking the Pacific.

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A wooden staircase leading down to a beach with ocean waves and a sunset in the background.

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 are the best motels in Encinitas?

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Moonlight Beach Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach.

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.