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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

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

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A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

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

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

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

View all photos for The Enci Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

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

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

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
(9 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

View all photos for Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

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

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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 - 2.3 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 4 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 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

  • 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 Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites on Aug 24, 2026 start from CA $201, 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 7 mi (15-min drive) from Del Mar 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. 769 out of 1627 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 412 out of 1627 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 238 out of 1627 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1627 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 1627 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

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the view were great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Deon

Overall pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valeria

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

Charlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value being so close to all the attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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
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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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room tidy n clean, breakfast was nice with good options. Check in n out easy as Cleaners super nice n helpful when we needed an xtra towel n loo paper!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

LORI

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

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the beach and restaurants. Older property but still nice. Great breakfast and free parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious room 2 queen bed room with balcony. Friendly staff, free continental breakfast, heated pool. 15 minute walk to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
large room space and great views! the pool could definitely be updated and maintained but overall great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

Gadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was okay. Nice that it was free :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were very out dates and smelled. The staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

Jadyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff pretty room and very accommodating. Breakfast wasn’t the best but everything else was awesome no complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
The staff when checking in was very friendly and helpful. The room size was exactly what we needed. Two beds and pull out sofa with room to still move around was what we needed and worked great. We stayed to make our driving closer to Legoland. It was a great location. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabrielyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place can use some TLC, however in General we liked it and will stay here again..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grear and great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026