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Our top choices for Encinitas motels

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Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,253 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is ฿3,954
฿4,370 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (621 reviews)
"Comfy beds, fantastic location, good parking"
United States
Jayme
The price is ฿9,379
฿10,317 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Moonlight Beach Motel
Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,073 reviews)
"Place was clean, nice area"
United States
FELIX
The price is ฿3,812
฿4,270 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,882 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is ฿3,001
฿3,362 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Staff was extremely friendly and the room was clean. Breakfast was served every morning from 6a-10a."
United States
Lark
The price is ฿3,022
฿3,324 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,489 reviews)
"Great place to stay & location!"
United States
Brent
The price is ฿2,969
฿3,346 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is ฿4,627
฿5,090 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (396 reviews)
"Great place for a short stay. Clean and safe!"
United States
David
The price is ฿2,732
฿3,005 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (636 reviews)
"Great bed comfortable Great night sleep Nice employees Very helpful anything you need Rooms huge Bathroom huge"
United States
Janine
The price is ฿4,351
฿4,786 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Vista Inn Motel
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"My favorite place to stay in all Carlsbad"
United States
Alfred
The price is ฿2,671
฿3,076 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Scandia Motel
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,045 reviews)
"Great price, clean rooms, sparkling pool and nice outdoor seating area. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Deborah
The price is ฿3,339
฿3,673 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (835 reviews)
"Staff very helpful"
United States
Gretchen
The price is ฿3,248
฿3,654 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (638 reviews)
"Property is close to everything"
United States
sophoeun
The price is ฿2,428
฿2,671 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (153 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is ฿2,529
฿3,469 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hacienda Motel
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"A very pleasant experience, easy access, clean and friendly staff. I found a new home when I sat in San Diego."
United States
Hunter
The price is ฿3,067
฿3,441 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Pillow-top beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"I would stay again."
United States
steven
The price is ฿3,035
฿3,399 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Cute place"
United States
Victoria
The price is ฿2,067
฿2,317 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Fallbrook Country Inn
Exterior

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (550 reviews)
"Book your stay you won’t regret"
United States
Travis
The price is ฿4,165
฿4,696 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is ฿5,312
฿5,843 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Escondido Inn
Room

Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (155 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is ฿3,187
฿3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Mission Bay Motel
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Top Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

10/10 Excellent
"The property recently has been renovated and was a great stay me and my fiancé had stayed there in the past and it’s greatly improved wonderful staff excellent service 100% recommendation….!!!!!…"
Justin 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

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Encinitas Motels information

Number of reviews
10,891
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,317
Highest Price
฿10,317

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Encinitas?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Encinitas. In the larger area, popular places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Mission Bay.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Encinitas?
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Moonlight Beach Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach.
What things can I to do in Encinitas?
Enjoy the seafood restaurants and cafes in this walkable area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Encinitas love the beaches. Favourite places in and around Encinitas include LEGOLAND® California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Mission Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Moonlight State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and Swamis Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, Birch Aquarium and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin'.
What's the seasonal weather like in Encinitas?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Encinitas to help you plan yours. 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 Encinitas is 335 mm.
What are my options for getting around Encinitas while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Encinitas to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 6.2 mi (10 km) away. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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