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Top 10 Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotels and places to stay

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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Beach nearby, beach towels

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great place! Great location !"
The price is ฿4,741
฿5,215 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Suite, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (711)
"Access to beach is excellent"
The price is ฿6,388
฿7,039 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1402)
"Great stay."
The price is ฿4,926
฿6,650 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Garden

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2870)
"Beautiful Hotel"
The price is ฿4,971
฿5,714 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1735)
"Very clean, centrally located easy access to transportation just totally excellent area"
The price is ฿4,492
฿5,163 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1226)
"Love this hotel!"
The price is ฿3,432
฿3,933 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2293)
"Property is located at a very convenient area for a San Diego visit "
The price is ฿3,179
฿3,654 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1994)
"Great stay"
Handlery Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1012)
"Friendly staff and easy check in "
The price is ฿2,654
฿2,920 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista
Kings Inn San Diego
Reception

Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3370)
"Very nice place to stay."
Kings Inn San Diego
The Dana on Mission Bay
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3668)
"Enjoyed our stay at The Dana on Mission Bay"
The price is ฿5,477
฿6,295 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
The Dana on Mission Bay
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Motel Mediteran Escondido

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Loved the privacy the room offered !"
The price is ฿2,398
฿2,638 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Best Western Oceanside Inn
Reception

Best Western Oceanside Inn

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Quick decent priced spot,was nice for a 3 day vacay"
The price is ฿3,278
฿3,688 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Oceanside Inn
Leucadia Beach Inn
Courtyard

Leucadia Beach Inn

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Delightful staff and nice room. "
The price is ฿3,471
฿3,818 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Leucadia Beach Inn
Best Western Escondido Hotel
Exterior

Best Western Escondido Hotel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Friendly staff quiet area. "
The price is ฿4,346
฿4,781 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Best Western Escondido Hotel
Beach Terrace
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Beach Terrace

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great hotel, great location right on the beach, very nice room and tons of places to eat within walking distance."
Beach Terrace
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great hotel"
The price is ฿3,003
฿3,368 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Escondido Lodge
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Escondido Lodge

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173)
"We liked the quick check in and friendly staff."
The price is ฿2,466
฿2,713 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1094)
"everyone was lovely the ambience is everything, definitely coming back. "
The price is ฿7,324
฿8,405 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (602)
"funky place to stay, nice places in walking distance. "
The price is ฿2,858
฿3,216 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
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Learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was reliable and comfortable. The WiFi did not work too well but I did not need it. "
Michelle 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
California Suites Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is another favourite option for your trip based on traveller reviews. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina: Hotel located near Mission Bay. Features 2 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. The Dana on Mission Bay and Handlery Hotel are two additional hotels that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What is staying in Cardiff-by-the-Sea like?

Families will find child-friendly activities in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and visitors give high marks for the beaches and top-notch restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its cafés. LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are some of the top sights around the area. In Cardiff-by-the-Sea, there are 107 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

What is there to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The beaches and sunsets highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff State Beach and Encinitas Community Park. Additionally, you'll find LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Cardiff-by-the-Sea guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

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 Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 335 mm.