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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors. - Cardiff by the Sea Lodge (Cardiff-by-the-Sea)
Two brown leather armchairs with blue cushions, a small white table with a plant, and a view of the ocean through large windows. - Cardiff by the Sea Lodge (Cardiff-by-the-Sea)
A modern house with a curved wooden facade, a stone pathway, and lush greenery. - Cardiff by the Sea Lodge (Cardiff-by-the-Sea)
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, round tables, and striped umbrellas. - Cardiff by the Sea Lodge (Cardiff-by-the-Sea)
A room with a window seat, white curtains, and a chandelier. - Cardiff by the Sea Lodge (Cardiff-by-the-Sea)
Located close to Moonlight State Beach, Cardiff by the Sea Lodge provides a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, two bedside tables with lamps, a patterned throw on the bed, and a blue and white color scheme.

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a patterned rug.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a small bench.

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a decorative headboard, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Del Mar Racetrack and Carlsbad Premium Outlets are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cardiff-by-the-Sea travel guide
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142 Chesterfield Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and palm trees.
    San Elijo State Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A beach with footprints leading to the water, a person standing in the distance, and a sunset over the ocean.
    Cardiff State Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
    Swamis Beach
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Eli Howard Surf School
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Encinitas Community Park
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station
    8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Pueblo Mexican Food
    17 min walk
  • Shanty
    1 min walk
  • Carl's Jr.
    3 min drive
  • Best Pizza & Brew Cardiff By The Sea
    2 min walk
  • The Kraken
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this bed & breakfast is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Moonlight State Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar Racetrack. Del Mar Beach and Carlsbad Premium Outlets are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 811 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice boutique hotel. Great amenities for a quiet getaway and very close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

VALERIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing, and everything you need for a beach getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is the best in Cardiff/Encinitas! Walking distance to the beach, shops, groceries, coffee, etc. Local muffins, juice & yogurt brought to your room for breakfast. Polite & friendly staff, and the rooftop deck is a great place to start & end the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

PAMELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room! Close to the beach and nearby restaurants! Helpful and courteous staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location in the heart of Cardiff is amazing! This is our second stay because we love the panoramic ocean view from the rooftop patio!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The property is nowhere near as nice as the pictures; it’s quite noisy and right next to a bar; location is close to beach so that’s nice, just wasn’t loving the room and the view (a tacky neon sign) and noise until 4am so we couldn’t sleep well.. as a family won’t be back. Probably more suited to a young group of people just looking for a place to crash after partying..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was secure, so many walkable shops, restaurants and the beach. Staff were very nice and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Malinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was clean and the staff was friendly. There was no microwave or coffeemaker in the rooms. You had to go to the Lobby for coffee or tea which in our case was downstairs (no elevator). They brought muffins, yogurt and juice to our room in the morning. None of us drank the juice because it was a green juice and carrot. They should ask what kind of juice you want. The muffins were delicious. We were able to park on the street so we didn’t have to pay $22 for parking. Guest shouldn’t be charged parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice upgrades to rooms…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were several restaurants, a wonderful grocery store, and of course the beach were all within walking distance. The staff were extraordinarily attentive. The muffins for breakfast were dry on one day and amazing on the next. The room didn't have any hand or body lotion like I'm used to seeing in most hotels, but the proximity to the ocean made it less of a necessity.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the personal welcome by Isabelle to departure this boutique hotel is amazing! Upon arrival I was served proseco and walked to my room. It was clean, fab bathroom, robes …all of it great. A mini breakfast (yogurt, muffin, coffee, juice was also included). The rooftop bar and view of ocean cant be beat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Buckita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were great. The rooms were clean and super cute. As well as all of the rooftop outdoor space I don’t know how they keep it that clean, but they do.
They definitely need to add a second low comfy chair. It was a sweet space to eat our breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I’m giving it 5 stars for the location and super comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and all staff pleasant. Ocean walkable and views from rooftop great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was very nice as was the staff. I loved the roof top seating areas. We brought our wine to watch the sunset. Lovely. They have a record player in the room and you can use albums from the lobby. Bring your own if you have them. 😀 They offer a nice healthy breakfast that you can take with you to the room or up to the roof. Great spot to walk to local restaurants. We had a drink at the Shanty right next to the lodge. Drinks were good and a fun place to hang out for a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice amenities and nice modern room. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is wonderful, would definitely stay here again. Good teas/coffee in lobby, tasty breakfast (warm muffin & fresh juice). SUPER comfy bed, cute decor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the friendliness of the staff and the delivery of juice and muffins each morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was fantastic!!!Liked IVY checking in on us. Location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach. Roof top lounging with ocean views. Friendly staff. Breakfast muffins. Cute and Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility, welcoming staff, great upstairs patio. A wonderful address in Encinitas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for beach access. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are beautiful along with excellent customer service. Quick walk to the beach lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel

Just lovely. Beautiful area and friendly staff. Roof deck is really cool
Stayed 1 night in May 2025