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Moonlight Beach Motel

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A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway. - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)
A kitchen with a door leading outside, a clock on the wall, and a framed picture of a delivery truck. - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)
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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window. - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view. - Moonlight Beach Motel (Encinitas)
Close to Moonlight State Beach, Moonlight Beach Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

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

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

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.

Family Room, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee maker, and an air conditioning unit.

Double Room, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

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

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A residential area with a view of the ocean, parked cars, and palm trees.

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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 Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Fairgrounds are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider Elks Lodge and The Sound. Visit our Encinitas travel guide
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233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024

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
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.
    San Diego Botanic Garden
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Encinitas Surfboards
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • D Street Viewpoint
    5 min walk - 0.3 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

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

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  • 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

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. D Street Viewpoint and Beacon Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 665 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 665 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 665 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 665 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 665 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff are amazing here! We appreciate all of their kind help and allowing us to keep our luggage for the afternoon after we checked out since our flight was later. Great rooms, great view, great proximity to Moonlight Beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice older place that’s well taken care of. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was as advertised. Great location. Room and bed were comfortable. Front desk staff was great. Still can't believe how nice this place was for the price we paid
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place. The only concern was the office is never really open, but other than that, it was a great location, clean, and very nice to have the extra beds and kitchen. Quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was super close to the beach and restaurants. Great location. Very clean and well appointed. Felt like a safe neighbor and was quiet at night. Moonlight beach is the perfect spot too. Concessions and bathrooms. Great family motel and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property within walking distance to the beach and Dave's Rock Garden across the street. The owner is so kind and welcoming. I love this motel and have been coming here for 10 years. I especially recommend the rooms with a view of the ocean. Most of the rooms have a balcony which is wonderful. There are gardenias blooming and a common area for grilling. It is nice that they have beach chairs available for guests to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean. 5 minute walk to the beach. The office staff was very friendly and helped us navigate the area. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous views and so close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous beach town. Nice cozy and comfy stay for our family. Beautiful town and easy to walk to the beach and to restaurants and shops. Moonlight motel is special and we can’t wait to return again soon. Nice accommodating staff, Highly recommended for a wonderful and comfortable beach stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cleanliness is my biggest concern, and not only was it super clean...that shower water pressure was fantastic! The room was spacious, the staff was kind and helpful, and it's so close to the beach. I would definitely recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent experience. Room was super clean and staff was extremely friendly. Excellent view from our room. Will recommend and return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet simple motel with kitchen. Close to the beach. Staff is always so nice. Views are great. Always enjoy our stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Can’t beat the view! Room was clean and parking was easy. I will definitely book again if I am in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was perfect! Stones throw to Moonlight Beach and the 101! Rooms are super nice! Staff helpful and diligent! I recommend this property! I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, great location, nicest staff! We will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love moonlight beach motel! Amazing location in the heart of Encinitas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I’ve stayed here many times, best place to stay in Encinitas with the beach, Cali cream, Loftys coffee and the cafés and shops up the street on Highway 101. I will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just can’t beat this location! Walk to beach/ leave vehicle in the motel lot. Spacious rooms and kitchen amenities, patio. Comfortable beds and very clean. You will feel safe staying here. Many return here after initial stay. This was our second year staying here. The beach itself is terrific- concession stand with extensive menu, surf board rentals, lifeguard stands, fire pits, family atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved staying here . The room was clean. Staff was super helpful and friendly and we really liked the short walk to the beach . We loved that we had our own little kitchenette where we could cook. They also have grills outside which we will have to use next time. The beds were comfy and the rooms looked like they were upgraded recently.We had a very comfortable stay and we can't wait to go back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience for my family and I. Enjoyed every moment just wished I had booked another night!! Thank you staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026