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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Moonlight State Beach

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Suite, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room
Rooftop terrace
Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View | View from room
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

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142 Chesterfield Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
  • Place, San Elijo State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Eli Howard Surf School
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff State Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Suite, Ocean View

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Oceanside stay.At this Cardiff-by-the-Sea B&B, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Moonlight State Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Del Mar Racetrack. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Elijo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eli Howard Surf School - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swamis Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Encinitas Community Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jorge's Mexicatessen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Plant Power Fast Food - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Breakers CBG - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3-star B&B near Moonlight State Beach
As a guest of Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cardiff-by-the-Sea bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

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)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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: 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge to the airport?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is 10.5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge on Apr 1, 2026 start from CA $329, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cardiff by the Sea Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge.

How close is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 5-minute walk from San Elijo State Beach and 9-minute walk from Cardiff State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cardiff by the Sea Lodge offer free breakfast?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night.

Does Cardiff by the Sea Lodge have a pool?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Cardiff by the Sea Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge to downtown Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is 0.1 mi away from Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 747 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not worth the cost of the room (Just under 500.00) even on Breeders Cup weekend. There is no insulation in the rooms and the guests above must have been wrestling or fell multiple time! At this price point I expected more luxury and better guests with hotel etiquette. I had to call to even find the location and where to park. Wasn't my cup of tea but front desk clerk Jenny was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice upgrades to rooms…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Laurence, Canmore

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Carney

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERTO D

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to beach is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here very much. Very clean, walkable to beach, shops, dining. And I also appreciate the EV charger in the parking garage. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Love the location. Food , shops and the beach all walking distance. Kids had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect Cardiff by the Sea escape! Everything is done well and staff are top notch. It’s the epitome of an Instagrammable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is a gem!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025