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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property

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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 hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking lot, and palm trees.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625
  • Place, Encinitas Surfboards
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

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

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

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

The Enci King (Park View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for The Enci Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

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

The Enci Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for The Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

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

The Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Handi Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a desk, and a bathroom.

Handi Enci Double Queen Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

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

Shore Thing Double Queen (Sofa Bed) (Ocean View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

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

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, a painting on the wall, and a wardrobe.

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a conference center and a hot tub. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, a meeting room, and concierge services are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers 96 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Encinitas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Encinitan Hotel & Suites's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and a conference center
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to shopping and the clean accommodations
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Encinitan Hotel & Suites. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Encinitas hotel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Best Western Encinitas Inn Moonlight Beach
Best Western Inn Moonlight Beach
Best Western Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Best Western Moonlight Beach
Best Western Encinitas Inn And Suites At Moonlight Beach

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 771 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 237 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 1629 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed two nights and the room was really clean with enough towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the view were great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Deon

Overall pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Charlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value being so close to all the attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Giant room with ocean view balcony, nice pool/hot tub area and free breakfast. Easy walk to the beach, shops and restaurants. Perfect location to explore Encinitas. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay! We were unaware about the $50 charge per day, for breakfast and parking but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room tidy n clean, breakfast was nice with good options. Check in n out easy as Cleaners super nice n helpful when we needed an xtra towel n loo paper!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this property at least twice a year! Always an excellent stay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great breakfast and a great value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel!! Awesome location! Will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good amenities and an amazing location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the beach and restaurants. Older property but still nice. Great breakfast and free parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious room 2 queen bed room with balcony. Friendly staff, free continental breakfast, heated pool. 15 minute walk to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
large room space and great views! the pool could definitely be updated and maintained but overall great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great customer service staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was okay. Nice that it was free :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and staff always nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were very out dates and smelled. The staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jadyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff pretty room and very accommodating. Breakfast wasn’t the best but everything else was awesome no complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
The staff when checking in was very friendly and helpful. The room size was exactly what we needed. Two beds and pull out sofa with room to still move around was what we needed and worked great. We stayed to make our driving closer to Legoland. It was a great location. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabrielyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place can use some TLC, however in General we liked it and will stay here again..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026