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- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Encinitas, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Encinitas in January and October.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Encinitas if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 48 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Encinitas accommodation.
- Hikers will love lodging at the Hampton Inn Encinitas. The hotel lies less than 2 miles from Manchester Preserve Hiking Trails, and it features suites alongside a fitness center, a hot tub, and an outdoor pool.
- Sports lovers, particularly golf players, can consider staying near Encinitas public golf courses. Quality Inn Encinitas Near Legoland offers suites alongside a heated outdoor pool, a business center, a fitness room, and a hot tub less than 2 miles from Encinitas Ranch Golf Course.
- Any beach lovers looking to soak in the sun and take a dip in the water can consider lodging near Encinitas beaches. Best Western Inn & Suites at Moonlight Beach is a 7-minute walk to the Pacific Ocean Beach, and it offers visitors furnished rooms with separate living areas, pull-out sofas, Whirlpool tubs, and an outdoor pool. Hampton Inn Encinitas Cardiff Beach Area is 2 miles from Cardiff State Beach, and it features comfortable rooms and a 24-hour fitness center.
- If you intend to do some bird watching, consider lodging near the Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation or the San Diego Botanic Garden. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach offers suites with ensuite bathrooms and an outdoor pool less than a mile from the San Diego Botanical Gardens. Alila Mare Beach Resort Encinitas offers rooms with ocean views and firepits alongside a spa and is less than a mile from Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation.
- Visitors visiting Encinitas for business purposes can consider lodging near the city’s popular business centers. Twelve Senses Retreat- Encinitas Bed & Breakfast features a fitness center and free parking less than a mile from Quail Garden Corporate Center. Moonlight Beach Motel offers suites with ocean-view balconies alongside an outdoor patio with BBQ grills and is about a mile from the North Coast Business Park.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Encinitas
Which are the best options in scenic areas of Encinitas?
Regions of Encinitas known for specifically scenic views are near Beacon’s Beach or the Meditation Gardens. The Inn at Moonlight Beach offers suites with a landscape garden and ocean views alongside a front porch about a mile from Meditation Gardens. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach offers suites with ocean views and an outdoor pool 3.2 miles from Beacon’s Beach.
Which are the best airport hotels in Encinitas?
The San Diego International Airport is the closest airport to Encinitas. Hilton San Diego Airport offers waterfront stays and suites with harbor views from balconies alongside a heated outdoor pool and is about 1.2 miles from San Diego International Airport.
What are my options if I wish to avoid walking too far from local eateries?
Visitors that wish to avoid walking too far for dining options can consider lodging in Downtown Encinitas. Econo Lodge Encinitas Moonlight Beach offers colorful suites alongside an outdoor pool close to local restaurants. Portofino Beach Inn offers suites with Whirlpool tubs and pull-out sofas and is near local eateries.
Which are the best options for families?
Best Western Encinitas Inn & Suites at Moonlight Beach and Quality Inn Encinitas Near Legoland have connecting rooms for visitors traveling with children. Carlsbad Sea pointe Resort offers heated pools, a gym, picnic areas, and tennis courts for families. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge offers lush gardens for family activities, and it lets you bring along your pet for an extra fee.
How do I find a hotel in central Encinitas?
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Encinitas districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Encinitas city centre
How can I find hotels near me?
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Are there Encinitas hotels with free parking?
There are many hotels in Encinitas that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Les Artistes Inn, Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County and Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County.