Moonlight Beach Motel

Property class: 2.5
Motel within walking distance of Moonlight State Beach

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When you stay at Moonlight Beach Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, a dresser, a desk, and a TV.

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.

Family Room, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee maker, and an air conditioning unit.

Double Room, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A residential area with a view of the ocean, parked cars, and palm trees.

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024

What's nearby

  • Encinitas Surfboards - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 30 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 32 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 36 min drive
  • Solana Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Juanitas Taco Shop - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

  • When you stay at Moonlight Beach Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Moonlight Beach Motel Motel
Moonlight Beach Motel Encinitas
Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Encinitas

Frequently asked questions

Does Moonlight Beach Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Moonlight Beach Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Moonlight Beach Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Moonlight Beach Motel and nearby?

Moonlight Beach Motel has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Moonlight Beach Motel like?

Moonlight Beach Motel is located near Moonlight State Beach in Downtown Encinitas, a short 20-minute walk from San Diego Botanic Garden and 17 minutes' walk from Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Reviews

Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and family-friendly location. (107 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and convenient, often available right in front of the room. (17 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near many walkable restaurants and cafes. (19 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel near downtown Encinitas and Moonlight Beach. Everything within walking distance. Loved listening to the frogs at night.
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10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer was great as well as the woman at the desk on Monday. The cleaning staff also went out of their way to help me.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent experience. Room was super clean and staff was extremely friendly. Excellent view from our room. Will recommend and return
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet simple motel with kitchen. Close to the beach. Staff is always so nice. Views are great. Always enjoy our stay here.
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10/10 Exceptional

Can’t beat the view! Room was clean and parking was easy. I will definitely book again if I am in the area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Property was perfect! Stones throw to Moonlight Beach and the 101! Rooms are super nice! Staff helpful and diligent! I recommend this property! I will definitely stay there again!
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the perfect location to get to Moonlight Beach has the perfect kitchen facilities to have meals in
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10/10 Exceptional

Love moonlight beach motel! Amazing location in the heart of Encinitas.
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10/10 Exceptional

We love the ease of parking, proximity to beach and the gal that checked us in was very nice!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great location, nicest staff! We will absolutely stay here again!
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying here . The room was clean. Staff was super helpful and friendly and we really liked the short walk to the beach . We loved that we had our own little kitchenette where we could cook. They also have grills outside which we will have to use next time. The beds were comfy and the rooms looked like they were upgraded recently.We had a very comfortable stay and we can't wait to go back next year.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great experience for my family and I. Enjoyed every moment just wished I had booked another night!! Thank you staff
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10/10 Exceptional

We have family in Encinitas so have stayed in a lot of places there and surrounding area (Carlsbad). This time we wanted to stay in Encinitas to be close for all the family activities . The Moonlight Beach Motel was perfect! It was clean, walking distance to the beach and the 101 and five minutes away from family. We absolutely loved the location, the friendly staff, and the comfortable room. Will definitely stay there from now on.
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10/10 Exceptional

Joe was very helpful. Staff was also helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a beautiful room with a balcony view of the ocean. The room was super clean, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom modern.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, spacious room. Comfy bed. Friendly, helpful staff. Great location, easy walk to beach, restaurants, etc.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location just up from Moonlight Beach. The rooms are nicely updated. We had a great room with a view of the ocean.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great friendly and informative and the room was clean great view and comfy I'm enjoying my stay
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was well maintained. Walking distance to Encinitas Main Street and the beach-they had chairs, boogie board and sand toys which were awesome to have full access to!!
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8/10 Very good

Great staff and clean rooms. AC was broken and housecleaning never came by at the time they were supposed to. Overall a solid hotel and in a lovely area! 8.5/10
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10/10 Exceptional

They are super nice. You can see the ocean from the patio. Location can't be beat.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best location, easy parking.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, helpful and friendly staff, and fabulous location. Complimentary coffee and snacks. Very close (walking distance) to the beach, restaurants, shops and the train station.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was nice an a great view kool staff..