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Travelers at Moonlight Beach Motel are just steps from the shoreline. The property offers a sunny terrace, peaceful garden, free WiFi, and self parking. The beachside location and helpful staff consistently earn praise from guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Kitchenette

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Encinitas, a neighborhood in Encinitas, Moonlight Beach Motel is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Del Mar Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Fairgrounds are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at San Diego Polo Fields or Frontwave Arena. Visit our Encinitas travel guide
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233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach
    Moonlight State Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship
    Self Realization Fellowship
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    San Diego Botanic Garden
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Encinitas Surfboards
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station
    12 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Puntamar
    3 min walk
  • Juanitas Taco Shop
    9 min walk
  • Better Buzz Coffee
    7 min walk
  • Buona Forchetta Encinitas
    8 min walk
  • The Taco Stand
    8 min walk

About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Motel near Del Mar Racetrack
Moonlight Beach Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Moonlight Beach Motel boast perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Moonlight Beach Motel Motel
Moonlight Beach Motel Encinitas
Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Encinitas

Frequently asked questions

Is Moonlight Beach Motel 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 Moonlight Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moonlight Beach Motel located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Encinitas Surfboards and Moonlight State Beach. Beacon Beach and I Street Viewpoint are also within 1 mi (2 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

Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 572 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 572 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 572 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 572 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 572 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location to get to Moonlight Beach has the perfect kitchen facilities to have meals in
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mina

The property was well maintained. Walking distance to Encinitas Main Street and the beach-they had chairs, boogie board and sand toys which were awesome to have full access to!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location just up from Moonlight Beach. The rooms are nicely updated. We had a great room with a view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the ease of parking, proximity to beach and the gal that checked us in was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay near Moonlight Beach. It's not fancy...but the rooms are big and clean and nice. Close to all the good things...the check-in was friendly and easy. There were beach toys and chairs etc to be used. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, nicest staff! We will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

The staff was great friendly and informative and the room was clean great view and comfy I'm enjoying my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Exactly what I needed. Very clean. Location was close to the ocean and restaurants. Free parking. Price was reasonable. Some rooms had great views of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice an a great view kool staff..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got a room with three beds and the place was very cozy and neat. It’s just up the street from the beach. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were incredibly clean, ROOMY, and super comfortable! We wished we had more time to stay longer! We will be back! 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay! Clean room with everything we needed, presented in a comfortable and orderly fashion. Friendly easy check in complete with free snacks! We loved our location and the view from our balcony. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms with a wonderful location. The front office manager was extremely considerate, helpful and made our stay a real pleasure. Looking forward to future stays at the Moonlight Beach Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge clean room, cute vibe, friendly staff. Would return here as HQ for a beach stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really, really great deal! We had an excellent veiw of the ocean and a nice, clean, and updated room. For an older reasonably-priced placed, really impressed. They had some communal beach items for use which really helped. Easy 10min walk to the beach a few blocks away, some with the restraunts/shops on the main drag. Parking was easy and availalbe. Quick response from houskeeping and free snacks and coffee in the office as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Immaculate. Great coffee only minute walk away!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean room with a beautiful hilltop ocean view. Friendly, attentive staff. Everything was perfect—this place is a hidden gem! Just a short walk to Moonlight Beach and the shops and cafés in Encinitas.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best location, easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean room. Quiet neighbors. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McKenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great size room. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sweet and quaint and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff helped with my late check in, the room was cozy and clean, and the location was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was comfortable, shower was mediocre, location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025