There's a lot visitors like about Cardiff-by-the-Sea, especially its beaches and restaurants. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting San Elijo State Beach and Encinitas Community Park. Popular sights in the surrounding area include LEGOLAND® California.
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
The price is $183
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (705)
The price is $279
$307 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1018)
The price is $176
$209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30

Moonlight Beach Motel
Moonlight Beach Motel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (437)
The price is $250
$275 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15

Leucadia Beach Inn
Leucadia Beach Inn
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
The price is $129
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
The price is $207
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1014)
The price is $144
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4

Del Mar Beach Hotel
Del Mar Beach Hotel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
The price is $309
$385 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
The price is $303
$393 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
The price is $125
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1499)
The price is $140
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1116)
The price is $179
$242 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1553)
The price is $160
$195 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1769)
The price is $140
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1010)
The price is $135
$149 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

West Inn & Suites
West Inn & Suites
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1081)
The price is $199
$246 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort
MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (734)
The price is $344
$385 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (540)
The price is $122
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28

Grand Pacific Palisades
Grand Pacific Palisades
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
The price is $390
$472 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1015)
The price is $115
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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Cardiff State Beach
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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Notable for its seaside, Cardiff-by-the-Sea features attractions such as San Elijo State Beach and Cardiff State Beach. Visitors to this beachside city speak highly of the restaurants whereas sights include Encinitas Community Park and Swamis Beach.

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