Encinitas

Travel Guide

Encinitas California Sunset By Drone
Orange and purple sky, silhouettes of palm trees on beach at sunset, California coast, USA. Beachfront park at sundown in San Diego, Mission beach vacations resort. People walking in evening twilight.
Oceanside Pier is glowing from the rosy sunset light in Oceanside, California.
Moonlight beach, city of Encinitas in San Diego County, California
gorgeous shot of the blue ocean water, lush green palm trees and beach houses with people walking along the beach at Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas California USA

Where to stay in Encinitas

Fire in the Sky

Leucadia

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Beacon Beach might round out your trip.

Leucadia
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Downtown Encinitas

If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Encinitas
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Olivenhain

Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Olivenhain
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard Encinitas CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM549 per night from 17 May to 18 May
RM549
RM664 total
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,514 reviews)
This is an old, just okay hotel. Paid for an ocean view room, and could only see the ocean if we stepped the end of the balcony and peered around. Kind of a ripoff if you ask me.

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

5 out of 5
2100 N Coast Highway 101 Encinitas CA
The price is RM1,968 per night from 10 May to 11 May
RM1,968
RM2,444 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Encinitas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (266 reviews)
Everything about this place is perfect! Had the best experience here with my girl!

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

2 out of 5
1444 N Coast Highway 101 Encinitas CA
The price is RM263 per night from 5 May to 6 May
RM263
RM309 total
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
It's was very clean and remodeling was going on so just like new

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (859 reviews)
Very friendly start

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,392 reviews)
Pool was enjoyable.

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,070 reviews)
Great location in the heart of the city, staff was outstanding and the amenities were spot on. Definitely recommend if you are headed to downtown San Diego!

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Encinitas attractions