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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Beachside relaxation awaits at this poolside retreat with comfortable loungers, where shopping delights are just steps away from coastal comfort

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A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies. - The Encinitan Hotel & Suites (Encinitas)
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area. - The Encinitan Hotel & Suites (Encinitas)
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser. - The Encinitan Hotel & Suites (Encinitas)
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls. - The Encinitan Hotel & Suites (Encinitas)
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees. - The Encinitan Hotel & Suites (Encinitas)
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers contemporary accommodations near Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy the outdoor pool, loungers, umbrellas, and a spa tub. Includes continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a business center for practical needs.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.

The Enci King (Park View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

The Enci Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

The Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Handi Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a desk, and a bathroom.

Handi Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

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

View all photos for Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, a painting on the wall, and a wardrobe.

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is in Downtown Encinitas, a walkable area in Encinitas with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to San Diego Zoo. Visit our Encinitas travel guide
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85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.
    Moonlight State Beach
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.
    San Diego Botanic Garden
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A white building with a golden dome, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot with cars.
    Self Realization Fellowship
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Encinitas Surfboards
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station
    13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
    8 min walk
  • Puntamar
    5 min walk
  • Better Buzz Coffee
    9 min walk
  • The Taco Stand
    11 min walk
  • Serrano's Mexican Food
    3 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

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden. Self Realization Fellowship and Del Mar Fairgrounds are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 772 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 237 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 1631 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would absolutely stay here again. It was clean, the staff was incredibly kind and helpful, and the location cannot be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CINTHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean !! Love the balcony area and it’s 4 mins from the beach!! Check in super kick
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shams

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is super good. It’s only less than five minutes from the beach and the breakfast is so good. The stuff helpful that only so clean the AC is super good and how much it’s busy but still it’s quiet and even the people there are good I love it. I will do it again And I recommend it for everyone go to San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy booking and very friendly definitely coming back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, balcony was a great size. Could be a little cleaner but it’s an older property. The staff was great and helped us check in early for a fee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Location is great, close to the beach and main part of town. It’s refreshing to come across a hotel that doesn’t charge a ridiculous amount for parking and wifi. The room I had was large with a kitchenette, living room area and separate bedroom area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoy being close to Moonlight Beach. Lazy Market natural foods, and lotus cafe... Great place for kids, we don't have any little ones. A usual stop heading to N. CA.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

ofer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel, there is no space to get njouy the stay the room is very minimal Noise from the highway at night I wouldn't come again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was nice, pool was not kept stocked with towels
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views from the rooms with a balcony. Room was clean and shower was nice. Very close to Moonlight Beach and a bunch of shops and food. Ample covered parking in garage. Pool and Jacuzzi nice. Felt safe. Breakfast was just OK. They claim to have waffles but did not. The entrance from the main road is no left turn, no uturn which was a little goofy at first. The streets in Encinitas had just been paved and weird aluminum reflectors instead of lines on the road. Overall, excellent stay. Good for families.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the view were great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very large and clean. We did not use the pool area but it looked very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, a little past its prime but a cool centrally located spot
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Giant room with ocean view balcony, nice pool/hot tub area and free breakfast. Easy walk to the beach, shops and restaurants. Perfect location to explore Encinitas. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay! We were unaware about the $50 charge per day, for breakfast and parking but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Pool was nice-large enough to swim in. Housekeeping was attentive and pleasant. Cons: Dated property. Swayback beds. Inadequate kitchen supplies in suite. Thin walls. Clearly heard next door neighbor’s noise. Front desk was clearly disinterested in the job.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Decent stay for the price. Location is great and we walked to the beach (with a kid and wagon) with no problem. It is also within walking distance to restaurants and convenience stores. Our room had newer finishings but the bathroom tub/shower seemed outdated in comparison. The shower head water pressure was a little weak. The breakfast was fine but didn’t open till 7:30 and they seemed to run out of popular items early. The balcony was wonderful but be prepared for road/train noise. The staff was helpful but there didn’t seem to be many people working there. The property is older and could use a little TLC but overall was a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This clean, beach-close hotel was an absolute delight. The location is perfect if you want easy access to the shore, and the hotel itself is spotless and well kept. From the moment we arrived, the staff stood out—everyone was super friendly, helpful, and genuinely kind. The cleaning team was also amazing: professional, thorough, and clearly take pride in keeping everything in great shape. The only downfall was getting to the beach—there’s a steep dirt trail that can feel challenging, especially if you’re traveling with bags or have someone with a torn ACL in your party (lol). But overall, it was a wonderful stay and I’d definitely come back for the cleanliness, comfort, and outstanding service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this property at least twice a year! Always an excellent stay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great breakfast and a great value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

DEBORAH

The property is middle of the road however the location is pretty good. It is several blocks from the beach and within walking distance of a great food market, Lazy Acres. My room and the breakfast serving area were clean. I had a suite with kitchenette which is a great convenience. I did not use the pool or jacuzzi, but they did not look desirable due to aging and cleanliness. The pool area chairs and tables were not very clean or organized and very sparse. The biggest complaint I have, and I hope they remedy is the bathroom water pressure! After being at the beach, I truly looked forward to a nice shower and with at least some pressure. The water trickled out of shower head and same with the bathroom sink. For approximately $300 per night these complaints should be non-existent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. It just has a certain smell to it. The remotes were sticky had to wipe them. Over all very clean ,spacious room, decent free breakfast. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026