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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
Terrace/patio
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Hallway
The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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, 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)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

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

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King (Park View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

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

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
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

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

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.3 miles
  • Moonlight State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.2 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
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬7 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 May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites on May 25, 2026 start from $158, including 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. 744 out of 1552 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1552 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 229 out of 1552 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1552 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1552 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shavonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Nice location (by ocean). And affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

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

8/10 Good

Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Sherry

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location! Clean room & comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Allyson

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Walls were super thin. If you’re on the first floor you will hear your neighbors above you. House keepers knock at 8:30 to clean rooms. The rooms were super outdated as well. Beds are great!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Check in was fine, room fine, comfortable, clean. Stayed 3 nights. Breakfast only 7:30-9:30am and gym doesn’t open until 7am. Worked out @7 and went down for breakfast @8:15, only thing left were bread options, eggs and bacon gone and was told they are not refilling. A bit disappointing. Room cleaning never came all three days. My last night I was woken by a young woman banging at my door @3:30am screaming for me to let her in. I was terrified. She kept banging and trying to get in for at least 15 minutes. I called the front desk for help. A man answered the phone, informed me that he didn’t actually work there, but was trying to check in but no one was working the desk. What?!?! I called the police, they came promptly, removed the woman, and checked back in with me again. It was the most terrifying 30 minutes, it was like I was in a horror movie. I had to check out @5:30am for a flight, no one at front desk when I left. Where is the security?! Where was the front desk this whole time?! I called later in the day to talk to hotel management. The front desk person rudely cut me off immediately , said I needed to talk to management and sent directly to voicemail. No return call, tried several times, to only get voicemail. Extremely dissatisfied, terrible experience, frightened for my life, it’s been 2 days, still no response from hotel. The pleas and crying from the woman (who I assume was high on something) still haunts me at night, and I’m not one to get scaredDon’t Stay Here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and staff always nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Yomalli

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only downside to this hotel is that there is a train that passes by at night.. so you hear the horn blaring really late at night multiple times. Staff were friendly, and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

trevale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Juan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
The room had a smell but there was no more rooms available so I had to just stick to it . It said ocean view . This was more like peak over the edge towards your neighbors to see the ocean . Staff were nice . I wish breakfast was till 10:30 not 9 am . Also the pictures of my room it showed a bathtub and I got a shower . Sucks .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stan-Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gokmen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome Thank you so much!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Florence

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great breakfast and a great value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Drew

Traveled with family
A ok visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large room. Clean. Comfortable bed. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Yes. Staff was courteous. Room clean, amenities available
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless,ocean views are impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

DIANNA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location itself on the hill was the best part. REALISTICALLY AS OF JAN 2026. active construction. The entryway to the building is chaotic. creepy abandoned restaurant was the view from our balcony , hoodlums on skateboards roared throughout the complex, plastic breakfast buffet. no allergy accommodation's. 1/10 would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026