Downtown Encinitas Travel Guide

Encinitas

Downtown Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
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Popular places to visit

Self Realization Fellowship

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.

Self Realization Fellowship
Moonlight State Beach

Moonlight State Beach

5/5(1 review)

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.

Moonlight State Beach
San Diego Botanic Garden

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.

San Diego Botanic Garden
South Ponto Beach

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.

South Ponto Beach
Leucadia State Beach

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.

Leucadia State Beach
Beacon Beach

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.

Beacon Beach

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿3,314
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,816
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

฿382
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

฿1,275
per adult
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental

Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental

฿637
per adult
Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental
Dolphin & Whale Watching

Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching

฿2,708
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching
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Top hotels in Downtown Encinitas

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,213 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿3,860 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,860
฿4,399 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,646 reviews)
"Nice staff.!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is ฿6,139 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
฿6,139
฿7,061 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,083 reviews)
"Everything worked fine and no problems."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿6,675 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
฿6,675
฿7,673 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,718 reviews)
"Very nice staff."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

3 out of 5
5975 Lusk Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿4,418 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,418
฿5,079 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,321 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. The resteraunt was very good and our room was nice and quite,"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿5,067 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,067
฿7,479 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,294 reviews)
"This is a great property for adults and kids. There’s a lot to do, or not do, depending on what you want. We went for my 4 year olds birthday and he had a blast feeding the ducks, swimming, playing in the cove, and riding a surrey. We were able to invite others for a day party on the cove and it ..."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Encinitas

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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

Downtown Encinitas Travel Guide