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Hotels with a Pool in Encinitas

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a vanity with a mirror.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$136
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
A restaurant with high wooden ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.
A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

2. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Poolside bar
  • Pool loungers
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Hot tub
$131
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a TV, and a blue accent wall.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large window.
A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a blue patterned bench.

3. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
  • Outdoor pool
  • Near the beach
$144
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A poolside area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, a pool, and a building with multiple windows and a sign.
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.
A beach with the ocean and a cloudy sky.
A modern reception area with a glass partition, a reception desk, a blue wall with a clock, and a seating area with a patterned bench.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with a red roof.
A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
Lobby
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a cliff in the background.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
$89
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.
A bar area with wicker chairs, a black and white patterned backsplash, and wooden shelves stocked with bottles.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$138
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
An aerial view of a parking lot with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and shaded by umbrellas.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a wooden vanity.
A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a reception desk, a sofa, and a small table.

7. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
$113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.
A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a wardrobe.
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

9. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
A pool area with lounge chairs and a staircase leading to the upper floors.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a window with a view.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking area with marked spaces.

10. Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
Leucadia
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$95
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.
A lobby with a glass door entrance, wicker chairs with cushions, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

11. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • 2 hot tubs
$178
$226 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A spacious indoor venue with large windows, tables set for dining, and decorative floral arrangements.
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

12. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
South Beach
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
$206
$270 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
A resort with a large pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.
A couple sitting by a fire pit with string lights, surrounded by patterned cushions and yellow flowers.
A well-maintained garden with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

13. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
  • 8 outdoor pools
  • 4 poolside bars
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$279
$378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sunset.
A hotel courtyard with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit building facades.
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

14. Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad Ranch
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Poolside bar
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • 2 hot tubs
$200
$263 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Grand Pacific Palisades
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A pathway leading to a building with a covered gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and well-maintained lawns.
Bathroom
A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.

15. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$131
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
A pool area with a blue pool, white chairs, and a blue umbrella.
A bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and sink, equipped with grab bars and a mirror.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A reception area with a counter, a bulletin board, and a clock on the wall.

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
City Center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Near the beach
$65
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.
A bathroom with a ship painting, a shower, and a sink with toiletries.
A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a window with a view, and a monkey decoration.
A group of people dining outdoors with a LEGO character mascot.

17. LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Carlsbad Ranch
  • 2 outdoor pools
$123
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
LEGOLAND California Hotel
A water park with multiple slides and a pool.
A spacious balcony with a view of a cityscape at sunset, furnished with wicker chairs and a table.
A modern lounge area with a wooden ceiling, a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a large planter with a tree, and a wall-mounted plant.
A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.

18. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Aviara
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Poolside bar
  • Pool loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Hot tub
$479
$618 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
A pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a building in the background.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A yoga studio with a large glass door, allowing natural light to enter.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a bowl of greens, and a water glass.

19. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
Aviara
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Pool loungers
  • 3 hot tubs
$650
$783 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.
A hotel reception area with a digital screen, a coffee machine, and a plant.
A bathroom with a round white sink, a mirror, and a window.

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
South Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Near the beach
$62
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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Hotels with pools and free breakfast in Encinitas

A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$136
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
A restaurant with high wooden ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.
A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$131
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large window.
A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a blue patterned bench.
A spacious hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$144
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.
A hotel with a swimming pool, solar panels, and a parking lot.
A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a reception desk, a sofa, and a small table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. There is a window with a view of the outside.

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
$113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Lobby
A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a coffee bar, and large windows.
A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a cliff in the background.

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$89
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.
A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
$138
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.
A modern reception area with a glass partition, a reception desk, a blue wall with a clock, and a seating area with a patterned bench.
A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer and chair, and a decorative wall piece.
A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal, and fruit options.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.
A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.
A hotel room with a bed featuring a striped bedspread with a skull and crossbones design, a wooden headboard, and a red wall with a pirate-themed decoration.
A restaurant interior with multiple tables, chairs, and a prominent red sign for a recipe book.
A play area with a pirate-themed backdrop, including a ship's wheel and a skull flag.

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Carlsbad Ranch
$123
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
LEGOLAND California Hotel
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Hotels with pools and hot tubs in Encinitas

A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$136
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
A restaurant with high wooden ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.
A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
$131
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.
A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
South Beach
$138
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.
A modern reception area with a glass partition, a reception desk, a blue wall with a clock, and a seating area with a patterned bench.
A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer and chair, and a decorative wall piece.
A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal, and fruit options.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
South Beach
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.
A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.
A lobby with a glass door entrance, wicker chairs with cushions, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
$178
$226 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
South Beach
$101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a staircase leading to the upper floors.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking area with marked spaces.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a window with a view.

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
Leucadia
$95
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
A hotel courtyard with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit building facades.
A lobby with a modern ceiling design, glass doors leading to a seating area with cushioned chairs, and a brick floor.
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.
A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sunset.

Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad Ranch
$200
$263 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Grand Pacific Palisades
A resort with multiple swimming pools, a golf course, and a view of the surrounding hills.
A well-maintained garden with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A resort with a large pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
$279
$378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
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Top neighborhoods in Encinitas

A sunset over a calm sea with surfers in the water.
A wooden staircase leading down to a beach with a sunset in the background.
A beach with a sunset sky, waves, and a distant shoreline.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
Photo by L. R.
A sunset over a calm sea with vibrant red and orange hues in the sky.

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a sunset.

Downtown Encinitas

Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood is home to attractions such as Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach.

Top landmarks in Encinitas

A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.
Photo by Wendy Montroy

Moonlight State Beach

9.2/10 (544 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Moonlight State Beach, located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Beacon Beach located nearby.
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A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.
Photo by Jeff White

San Diego Botanic Garden

9.0/10 (151 reviews)
San Diego Botanic Garden is worth a visit, located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
Photo by L. R.

Leucadia State Beach

9.4/10 (161 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Leucadia State Beach located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach and Beacon Beach, both within a short walk.
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A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
Photo by trenton.badillo

Swamis Beach

9.2/10 (171 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Swamis Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at San Elijo State Beach, just a short walk away.
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A beach at sunset with waves and a pink sky.
Photo by Svetlana Couture

South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, South Ponto Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach located nearby.
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Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

9.0/10 (96 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, just one of the family attractions in central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, you'll love Del Mar Fairgrounds and Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center, both located nearby.
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Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

7.6/10 (44 reviews)
You might want to practice your swing at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, a golf course located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If Encinitas Ranch Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and The Crossings at Carlsbad are also nearby.
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Grandview Surf Beach

9.0/10 (92 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Grandview Surf Beach, located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at Leucadia State Beach, just a short walk away.
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