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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

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

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush tropical plants and palm trees, with lounge chairs and umbrellas providing shade.
Hotel entrance with covered walkway and beautifully maintained landscaping.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the coastal town from this rooftop terrace with a garden and wooden deck.
Two single beds with white linens and a wooden headboard, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.
Relax in our spacious seating area with a large sofa and coffee table.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Self Realization Fellowship
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

The Enci King (Park View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(38 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Encinitas

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the 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

  • Moonlight State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 9 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee Encinitas - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 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. A complete renovation of The Encinitan Hotel & Suites was completed in March 2020.

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

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
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. 

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 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites on Aug 19, 2025 start from $154.29, 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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1044 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Nice Stay

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Erica

Traveled with partner
The balcony and bathroom definitely need upgrades and deep cleaning. The shower drain smelled like mildew.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Shaylen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

8/10 Good

Elisabeth Teresa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is dated, but has potential. Bed was comfortable. Views cannot be beaten! We did find a few stains in the bathroom that housekeeping missed, but no biggie. You will hear the train come by every 25 minutes or so at night (till about 2am), so bring earplugs.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wesley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Esther

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Location

The balcony Oceanview is amazing. Highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel with a short walk to the beach, stores, and restaurants. The pool and hot tub were outdoor but well heated so we enjoyed swimming at night after we got back from a busy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Didar

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms could use remodeling.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Bring your own soaps, lotions etc. only wall dispensers. Limited wall plugs in bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pretty good, not terribly amazing though

Overall it was good. We had a great time. But the place is kind of old and a bit run down. It has low ceilings in the areas you walk through to get to each room. I think rugs in each room would add a nice touch. They let us upgrade to a room with a kitchenette for free and I really appreciated that. My kids enjoyed the pool and hot tub and the easy distance to the beach. The breakfast was okay. It could have definitely been more fresh, that's for sure. But it was lovely for what it was and I enjoyed the quiet of the week before a ton more guests arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel has so much potential but it falls short in every way. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anatacia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erik Mattias

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room ! Easy check-in and good parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025