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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
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Terrace/patio
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, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 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
(53 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)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(37 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
(7 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

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 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 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 12 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

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 Mar 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites on Mar 22, 2026 start from $173, 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. 675 out of 1422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 85 out of 1422 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barrett

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very old and smells like mold. There are plenty of deteriorating spots with huge holes. The room smelled. It was updated a bit. There were no snaks in vending machine.There was no park view like we paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Desk peraon was incompetent. Room was unimpressive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jannette

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tatiana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is deteriorating; the bathrooms have signs of water damage, and the Balcony's wood railings are almost completely rotten. Even the front door of the main hotel lobby can't open without major embarrassment. I had my son's fiancée dropped off at the lobby by her parents, and it was very uncomfortable for me to have chosen such poor-quality accommodations. We stayed at this hotel for many years (the location is excellent and we loved the hotel), but it got to the point that it is too sad to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the balcony is absolutely breathtaking, spectacular ocean and sunset views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

kalima

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The fitness center is located on the second floor,You can't access the Gym till after 7am too late for me.I was told the people downstairs will be disturbed.Move the fitness center to the first floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was great!!! Got to check in early. Gave us a late check out. Beautiful view of the ocean from our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAIL

Business traveler
Clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Always a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

JEFF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very spacious large room. Really like no carpet floor. Water pressure in shower could have been better.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Staff & service
Pictures show a walk in shower. Shower-tub combo is what we got and Hotel refused to switch our room to accommodate. We even requested in a message online before our trip that we wanted the walk in shower. My wife is older and has a hard time with slippery tub showers. Also, they don’t stock any pool towel at night.Breakfast was not too great. I don’t even know where they got the eggs from but they looked sad and the sausage was barely cooked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Walter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatcstay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kyung

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025