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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers contemporary accommodations near Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy the outdoor pool, loungers, umbrellas, and a spa tub. Includes continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a business center for practical needs.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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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)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa 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
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Sofa bed - double
  • 51 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa 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
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • 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) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Sofa bed - double
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King (Park View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 9 min drive - 12.3 km

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 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Moonlight State Beach
Located close to San Diego Botanic Garden and Self Realization Fellowship, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 96 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We have included 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

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

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden. Self Realization Fellowship and Del Mar Fairgrounds are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 531 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1165 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean, great location, very comfortable accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Love this hotel. Perfect location, kind staff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a fitness area, pool with jacuzzi, and offered breakfast!
Living room/Kitchen
Kitchen
Patio View
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check-in, nice view, close to the ocean and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very nice this hotel is one of my favorite to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rhett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Kitchenette was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location / family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We liked the room was very clean, we could walk to downtown Encinitas (the driveway hill is pretty steep) The proximity to the interstate is good. Could be an excellent hotel with A LOT of TLC.
Stayed 26 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marybell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Amenities
Easy walk to downtown and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. It's on a busy street but the rooms were quiet. Good for a couple or family to stay while enjoying area in and around Encinitas.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, nothing fancy, but good size rooms with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
I like that they had two queen beds with a double couch bed option
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Klayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at the Encinitan and we loved it! Great staff, great room size for the price, and amazing location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venkata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good property, great prices!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Amenities
Pleasantly surprised
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, comfortable, people were so Nice to us, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good time with my family here! My daughter just went back again for another great few days there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025