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Our top choices for San Elijo State Beach hotels

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Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
1.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"I really like the hotel and welcoming atmosphere and clean and beautiful room"
United States
Inessa
Twelve Senses Retreat
Beach nearby, beach towels
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
3.0 star property
1.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1043)
"Clean room and staff were excellent."
United States
Jose
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Beach/ocean view
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
2.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (505)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Joan
Moonlight Beach Motel
Suite, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (728)
"Very good "
United States
Yana
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Building design
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
3.5 star property
2.8 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (124)
"We had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the peaceful vibes, pretty rooms and grounds, and all the special touches."
United States
lisa
The price is €313
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Inn at Moonlight Beach
Outdoor spa tub
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
2.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1293)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Edith
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
2.5 km from San Elijo State Beach
6.8 out of 10, (1139)
"Nice stay"
United States
Sharon
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Front of property
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
3.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great place to stay at ! How ever I would recommend the breakfast to add eggs, sausages, because cereal, milk, fruit and coffee wasn’t the best"
United States
Ismael
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Courtyard
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff, nice barbecue 😋 "
United States
Gary
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Leucadia Beach Inn
Interior
Winners Circle Resort

Winners Circle Resort

Winners Circle Resort
2.0 star property
5.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (195)
"Great place!"
United States
Karyn
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Winners Circle Resort
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
3.0 star property
5 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Overall very good. However, food at the bistro was not great."
United States
Keith
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
Free continental breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG
2.5 star property
4.9 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Rooms are great and staff was really nice during construction"
United States
Henry
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG
On the beach, surfing
Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
2.0 star property
7.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"clean, quiet, great amenities, nice staff!"
United States
Amy
Del Mar Beach Hotel
Outdoor pool
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
5.0 star property
7.7 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (135)
"Very nice stay"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is €426
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
View from room
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
4.0 star property
6.1 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Decent place"
United States
Joseph
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
2.5 star property
4.4 km from San Elijo State Beach
6.8 out of 10, (1003)
"Room was spotless "
United States
Raul
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
6.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230)
"Staff, sunset views, service, food at Vaga! All good! Room was spacious and lovely. One issue was that the fire pit area in the room as really wet due to the mist/dew from the weather. "
United States
Dhanashree
The price is €422
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle
3.5 star property
8.3 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"The property was incredible and the staff is so friendly! "
United States
Stephanie
Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle
Lobby
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
5.0 star property
8.2 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (389)
"Beautiful hotel and excellent service "
United States
Shawn
The price is €450
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
Front of property
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3.5 star property
8.6 km from San Elijo State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Location was great, staff was very nice, hotel was clean and very pretty"
United States
Sarah
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
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Top San Elijo State Beach Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

10/10 Excellent
"Nice "
Shannon 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

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Cardiff State Beach

4.7/5 (43 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Self Realization Fellowship

Self Realization Fellowship

4.6/5 (24 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a stop at Self Realization Fellowship. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Elijo State Beach?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit San Elijo State Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This historic area is known for its beautiful beaches and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 99 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near San Elijo State Beach?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from San Elijo State Beach. Another good option is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, located just 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.
How many hotels will I find close to San Elijo State Beach?
Expedia has 99 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Elijo State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Elijo State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near San Elijo State Beach.
What can I see and do near San Elijo State Beach?
You can enjoy live performances at Belly Up and North Coast Repertory Theatre. You can wander around Encinitas Community Park, Stagecoach Park or Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center if you want a dose of fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Moonlight State Beach, Solana Beach and Del Mar Beach.