A coastal cityscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a clear sky.

Search Motels in Encinitas

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
25 Sep - 27 Sep
In two weeks
2 Oct - 4 Oct
In one month
16 Oct - 18 Oct
In two months
13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Encinitas motels

Beach/ocean view

1. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is ฿4,701
฿5,171 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
Lobby

2. 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, (1,339 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is ฿3,134
฿3,463 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,911 reviews)
"Clean and quiet place"
United States
Roberto
The price is ฿2,166
฿2,426 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Exterior

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,095 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ฿2,369
฿2,733 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Exterior

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is ฿2,945
฿3,305 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Pillow-top beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great and clean facilities"
United States
Amber Joy
The price is ฿2,795
฿3,131 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

7. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,066 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is ฿2,299
฿2,529 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The Scandia hotel in Carlsbad is a great location, close to shopping beach and restaurants"
United States
Rob
The price is ฿1,930
฿2,578 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Scandia Motel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

9. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"The room and staff were great and the breakfast was delicious and outstanding. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed in a hotel with a better breakfast whether it was included or not. It was nice to have several restaurants in close proximity as well. Highly recommend!"
United States
John
The price is ฿4,232
฿4,655 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room

10. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (273 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is ฿2,699
฿3,043 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (877 reviews)
"Close to the beach, clean rooms. The only things was the parking. Very chaotic, but we would stay here again."
United States
Elsie
The price is ฿3,199
฿3,599 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

12. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (457 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is ฿2,137
฿2,350 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Escondido Lodge
Exterior

13. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (162 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ฿2,666
฿3,629 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hacienda Motel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

14. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (684 reviews)
"Must of the amenities work for a quiet stay personal was so helpful and there is restaurants close by and parks is close to the freeway"
United States
Luis
The price is ฿2,399
฿2,639 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Vista Inn Motel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

15. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is ฿2,506
฿2,756 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,647 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is ฿1,988
฿2,241 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

17. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is ฿2,466
฿2,712 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

18. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is ฿2,199
฿2,458 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fallbrook Country Inn
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

19. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is ฿13,311
฿14,643 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Escondido Inn
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

20. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"They have clean rooms and tidy furniture, but the paint is old and in need of renovation; the staff are friendly and nice."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is ฿1,799
฿2,027 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top Encinitas Hotel Reviews

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, A/C, Kitchen"
Eliezer 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Leucadia Beach Inn

Find out more about Encinitas

Encinitas Motels information

Number of reviews
10,939
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,027
Highest Price
฿14,643

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, Mission Bay and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
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, Mission Bay and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. 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 Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center.
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.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia