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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
3-star Mediterranean hotel near Moonlight State Beach

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)
Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View) | Bathroom
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King (Park View)

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

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 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)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

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

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

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Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

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 area

Encinitas

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Encinitas hotel, you'll find Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden. Self Realization Fellowship is within 2 miles (3 km) and Del Mar Fairgrounds is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Encinitas Surfboards - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

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

About this property

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3-star Mediterranean hotel near Moonlight State Beach
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Encinitan Hotel & Suites. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Encinitas hotel.

  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1984
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Encinitas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. 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. 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, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Best Western Encinitas Inn Moonlight Beach
Best Western Inn Moonlight Beach
Best Western Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Best Western Moonlight Beach
Best Western Encinitas Inn And Suites At Moonlight Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites to the airport?

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is 8.8 mi (18-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 The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $224, 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 The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites.

How close is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach and 12.3 mi (23-min drive) from Oceanside Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offer free breakfast?

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have a pool?

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites to downtown Encinitas?

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is 0.8 mi away from Encinitas.

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 751 out of 1573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 231 out of 1573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1573 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great breakfast and a great value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel!! Awesome location! Will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good amenities and an amazing location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great customer service staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and staff always nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thank the hotel for all the accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location! Clean room & comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location with great value. We always like to visit this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lamont

Liked: Staff & service
Effortless checkin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oriana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s beautiful and staff were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this Hotel, very convenient. Walking distance from everything cool. Clean, nice view by the beach and most definitely affordable. Will for sure be returning for any future Moonlight Beach Trips!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edith

Always a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great view and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a side view of the ocean, spacious room, easy parking, great breakfast, very close to the ocean. Will come up.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heated pool! Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely gorgeous room - had the suite w kitchenette it was perfect. Wonderful pool and spa, close to great restaurants and beach. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gracelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was wonderful and the staff made me feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were welcoming and helpful during my entire process.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, nice area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Drew

A ok visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property! Love the location & room was spacious. Wonderful patio with tables & chairs. Would go back again!!
View upon check in
Patio
King size bed!
Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great other than Wish there were warmer blankets and less window spiders 😂 but other than that, stay was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shavonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Nice location (by ocean). And affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the balcony with the park view was a big bonus. Proximity to the beach and major attractions was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025