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 Grandview Surf Beach might round out your trip.
Downtown Encinitas
If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and Self Realization Fellowship are top sights worth seeing.
Olivenhain
Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Moonlight State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
great view and location
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Service made this rating a four. Resort and room were outstanding
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
Great service the remodel on the upgraded rooms were beyond expectations thank you
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lagonita Lodge
It was perfect. Perfect view. Perfect room. Everything was perfect. We cannot wait to getaway here again!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Clean, quiet, modern and well maintained rooms and living areas. Amenities and landscaping were well maintained and cared for.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Everything from the great hospitality to the innovative technology. I've never heard of a washer and dryer combined into one machine! I was able to do my laundry in my room. Never been able to do that before. It was so cool 😎
Reviewed on 14 Jan 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching
Surfing Experience and Lessons
