Encinitas
Travel Guide
Visit Encinitas
Where to stay in Encinitas
Leucadia
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.
Downtown Encinitas
If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
It was a nice big clean room, a bit old fashioned. The kitchen was very useful and the fridge was not noisy.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
This place is under construction, and there are noise most of the day. My water was shutoff for 2 hours. My room was not cleaned the second day. Afterward, I was told that I should have requested that at the check in time. This place is close to the railroad, and you hear trains passing by most of ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Beautiful property. Relaxing pool and sauna. Incredible views. Very clean.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Everything was great
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
We only ate on site once but the food was very good.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
The rooms were very clean, and the staff customer service was excellent. We only stayed one night, so there was not much of a chance to use all amenities; however there is a coffee bar that sells starbuck drinks located on the same level as the hotel lobby, and a Kneads bakery where they serve gluten ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Moonlight State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Moonlight State Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
San Diego Botanic Garden
Tour this enchanting garden that hosts lush shady corners, exotic garden designs and a huge collection of plant species from around the world.
Leucadia State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Leucadia State Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Self Realization Fellowship
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.
Beacon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beacon Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South Ponto Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching
