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1. Twelve Senses Retreat

1.8 km from San Elijo State Beach

Jacklyn

$410

$453 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and a breakfast bar.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design and a digital kiosk, located in a modern hotel lobby with a large window and a welcome sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

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

1.3 km from San Elijo State Beach

Michael

$147

$161 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern house with a curved wooden facade, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

Two brown leather armchairs with blue cushions, a small white table with a plant, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A room with a window seat, white curtains, and a chandelier.

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

0.9 km from San Elijo State Beach

Jay

$249

$274 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

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

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

2.6 km from San Elijo State Beach

Janelle

$125

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

A wooden wall with planters labeled "SUCCULENT LIBRARY" containing various succulents.

A corridor with wooden walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

5. Inn at Moonlight Beach

2.8 km from San Elijo State Beach

Cesar

$296

$355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a cliff in the background.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a cityscape view.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

2.5 km from San Elijo State Beach

dana

$103

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, colorful chairs, a coffee bar, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

10.6 km from San Elijo State Beach

Cesar

$139

$155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

A spacious conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and a sofa. There are ceiling lights, a television, and a kitchen area visible.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole.

A sandy beach with footprints and seagulls.

8. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

11.9 km from San Elijo State Beach

Michele

$134

$150 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott Residence Inn.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

A poolside area with stone fire pit seating and lounge chairs.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

12.1 km from San Elijo State Beach

Vivian

$186

$209 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A poolside bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of a golf course at sunset.

A dining area with a round table, two wooden chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A spacious living room with wooden furniture, large windows, and a fireplace.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a large building with multiple stories and balconies.

10. The Lodge at Torrey Pines

14.1 km from San Elijo State Beach

Zachary

$467

$606 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

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.

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

8.5 km from San Elijo State Beach

Zach

$131

$187 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a paved walkway and palm trees.

A modern building with a glass facade and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a window with blinds.

A golf course with a view of the ocean, trees, and a distant city skyline.

12. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

11.1 km from San Elijo State Beach

Henry

$117

$134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A deck with chairs and a table, overlooking a sunset over a body of water.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

13. Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar by IHG

8.7 km from San Elijo State Beach

Jonathan

$195

$221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, black pillars, and a wooden bench.

A modern building with multiple windows and a covered outdoor seating area with blue furniture.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

14. Staybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG

11.9 km from San Elijo State Beach

Diana

$179

$201 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire feature, wicker chairs, and a sofa with yellow cushions.

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

15. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

10.1 km from San Elijo State Beach

Shannon

$204

$268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

A parking lot with a building featuring a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees.

A hotel with a red facade, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with palm trees.

A reception desk with a dark wood finish, a potted plant to the right, and a framed picture above the door.

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

15.2 km from San Elijo State Beach

Carrie

$84

$94 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas, overlooking a swimming pool and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

10.7 km from San Elijo State Beach

Ramona

$127

$143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central island with bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a large painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a yellow ottoman.

An outdoor patio with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11.2 km from San Elijo State Beach

Shelby

$160

$179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by palm trees, and a parking lot with cars.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building.

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including round tables and booths, and a visible menu board.

A modern living area with a stone wall, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

16.7 km from San Elijo State Beach

Ayde

$144

$165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor dining area with brick flooring, wicker furniture, and a stone wall.

A building with a tiled roof, stone walls, and a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables set for dining, surrounded by chairs and potted plants.

A reception area with a mirror, decorative plants, a wooden bench, and a hanging light fixture.

20. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

16.3 km from San Elijo State Beach

Patrick

$289

$391 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Compare popular hotels close to San Elijo State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Twelve Senses Retreat	9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar	9.2 Wonderful 1,066 reviews	View
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge	8.6 Excellent 820 reviews	View
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites	8.2 Very Good 1,687 reviews	View
Inn at Moonlight Beach	9.6 Exceptional 144 reviews	View

Other landmarks near San Elijo State Beach

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Cardiff State Beach

9.4/10 (113 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Cardiff State Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Cardiff-by-the-Sea. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to San Elijo State Beach located nearby.

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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 white building with a golden dome, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot with cars.

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 family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.

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Eli Howard Surf School

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Eli Howard Surf School is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from central Cardiff-by-the-Sea, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.

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Encinitas Community Park

9.0/10 (48 reviews)

Encinitas Community Park is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from central Cardiff-by-the-Sea, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to San Elijo State Beach and Stagecoach Park, both nearby.

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Elks Lodge

If you're looking for things to do when staying in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, go to Elks Lodge.

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Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas is a venue in Downtown Encinitas.

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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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