3 Star Hotels in Encinitas

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5 best 3 Star Hotels in Encinitas at a glance

3 Star Hotels in Encinitas

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
$145
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$139
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
$96
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

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

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott
City Center
$122
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

5. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Carlsbad Ranch
$171
$218 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
$260
$287 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

7. Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad Ranch
$206
$270 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Grand Pacific Palisades

8. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
Downtown Encinitas
$325
$387 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Inn at Moonlight Beach

9. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
South Beach
$263
$334 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

10. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
Encinitas
$410
$453 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Twelve Senses Retreat

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
City Center
$131
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

12. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Del Mar
$127
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
Solana Beach
$161
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach

14. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
Vista
$110
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
City Center
$134
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

16. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
City Center
$141
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
West Inn & Suites

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
City Center
$156
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

18. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
North Beach
$216
$242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

19. Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Hyland Inn Near Legoland
Olde Carlsbad
$85
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hyland Inn Near Legoland

20. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Vista
$143
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
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Top neighborhoods in Encinitas

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.

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.
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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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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 family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
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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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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 Beacon Beach and Grandview Surf Beach, both within a short walk.
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Self Realization Fellowship

8.8/10 (75 reviews)
If you're interested in local religious buildings head to Downtown Encinitas— home to Self Realization Fellowship. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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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 A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin', 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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