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Our top choices for South Ponto Beach hotels

Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

1. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 1.7 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
margaret
The price is ฿3,611
฿3,973 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Leucadia Beach Inn
A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.

2. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5.0 star property
2.9 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Memorable time. Premium garden suite was perfect location for the pool. Great hotel."
United States
Neal
The price is ฿16,860
฿21,642 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
5.0 star property
3.1 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403 reviews)
"Clean property in quiet location. Spa is closed on Sunday. Service is top notch and restaurant service was excellent"
United States
Ramy
The price is ฿21,918
฿26,407 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

4. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
1.5 km from South Ponto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was lovely, great value."
United States
Allison
The price is ฿4,502
฿6,451 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

5. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3.5 star property
3.2 km from South Ponto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (758 reviews)
"Love this location for vacation"
United States
tracy
The price is ฿5,627
฿7,627 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

6. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
2.4 km from South Ponto Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,536 reviews)
"Great place to stay, loved it"
United States
Jorge Adrian
The price is ฿3,411
฿3,827 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
2.1 km from South Ponto Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"overall great place to stay"
United States
robert
The price is ฿3,743
฿4,199 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
2.4 km from South Ponto Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,777 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was great!"
United States
Christine
The price is ฿3,611
฿4,052 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a kitchenette area.

9. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
2.0 star property
Leucadia, 1.5 km from South Ponto Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay would come again"
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿2,360
฿2,765 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom.

10. Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 3 km from South Ponto Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay and may come again😊"
United States
Marcella
The price is ฿3,308
฿3,645 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

11. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
2.2 km from South Ponto Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,130 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
The price is ฿1,807
฿2,084 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

12. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.9 km from South Ponto Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,167 reviews)
"Will stay here again."
United States
Brenda
The price is ฿4,704
฿5,184 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

13. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
6 km from South Ponto Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Amazing hand cooked breakfast by the owners! "
United States
Jacklyn
The price is ฿13,845
฿15,297 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Twelve Senses Retreat
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

14. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas, 4.3 km from South Ponto Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (668 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is ฿4,097
฿4,507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Moonlight Beach Motel
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
15 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms, breakfast and parking all perfect"
United States
Paula
The price is ฿5,129
฿5,652 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

16. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
5.8 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is ฿3,789
฿4,289 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.

17. The Green Room Hotel

The Green Room Hotel
3.0 star property
10.6 km from South Ponto Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (334 reviews)
"Good area to stay when exploring the area."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ฿4,480
฿5,040 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Green Room Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

18. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
5.9 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,052 reviews)
"nice stay, clean and comfortable."
Mexico
Juan
The price is ฿4,359
฿5,647 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
West Inn & Suites
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

19. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
10.6 km from South Ponto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,932 reviews)
"Convenient and relaxing resort"
United States
Rowena
The price is ฿3,124
฿4,475 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
A corridor with a view of the ocean at sunset, potted plants, and a railing.

20. Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
2.0 star property
14.2 km from South Ponto Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,053 reviews)
"Great place right on the beach!!"
United States
Jodie
The price is ฿7,423
฿9,583 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Del Mar Beach Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to South Ponto Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.
Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
403 reviews
View
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
758 reviews
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Top South Ponto Beach Hotel Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Everything worked out perfectly for us and our plans for the week. We appreciate your help and thank you for our fantastic time there."
Jodie 6-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Ponto Beach?
South Ponto Beach is located in Encinitas. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 91 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near South Ponto Beach?
Adjacent to South Ponto Beach, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good options within a short distance include Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa and Rodeway Inn Encinitas North.
How many hotels will I find near South Ponto Beach?
Expedia has 91 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Ponto Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Ponto Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near South Ponto Beach.
What can I see and do near South Ponto Beach?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at GIA Museum and Museum of Making Music. Local parks like Flower Fields of Carlsbad, San Elijo State Beach and Encinitas Community Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at South Carlsbad State Beach, Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad Lagoon.