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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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room
Rooftop terrace
Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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142 Chesterfield Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Del Mar Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Suite, Ocean View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (ADA) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

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

  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Del Mar Beach - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Confessional by The Lost Abbey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Coast Grill - ‬11 min walk

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. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include twin sofa beds. 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.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed

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
  • Twin sofa bed

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
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 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 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 Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge on Jul 16, 2025 start from $279.0, 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 705 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great and special thanks to Catherine and Isabel, who helped us many times at the front desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed overnight — we loved everything about our stay. The rooftop was peaceful and a beautiful place to enjoy the sunset. Short walk to a variety of restaurants, coffee shops and the Seaside Market. Staff was friendly. The ability to “check out” records to play in the room was a pretty creative perk, too. We were first-time guests, but we plan on being repeat guests in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dannica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. Will definitely be back! The muffins & juice in the morning were also such a nice treat. Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Beautiful property and gorgeous view! Bella at the front desk was so great getting us checked in and showing us your room. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A real positive, enjoyable experience. Friendly, informative staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024