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Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property

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A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.
A motel sign with a palm tree in front.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.
A kitchen with a door leading outside, a clock on the wall, and a framed picture of a delivery truck.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024
  • Place, Encinitas Surfboards
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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
(58 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(41 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(21 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

This smoke-free motel features a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available on request.
Moonlight Beach Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Moonlight Beach Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean accommodations
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach and 14 minutes by car from LEGOLAND® California
Moonlight Beach Motel offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Encinitas motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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.

Property is also known as

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

Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 629 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 629 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 629 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 629 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 629 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location can’t be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location to get to Moonlight Beach has the perfect kitchen facilities to have meals in
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love moonlight beach motel! Amazing location in the heart of Encinitas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the ease of parking, proximity to beach and the gal that checked us in was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Comfy bed. Friendly, helpful staff. Great location, easy walk to beach, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, nicest staff! We will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location just up from Moonlight Beach. The rooms are nicely updated. We had a great room with a view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Juliana was so helpful and genuinely nice. We loved the special rock garden next door. So close to the beach. Comfortable large room with view. We plan to go back as often as we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mina

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!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and the best staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carla

Everything was perfect. Will be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rozlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They are super nice. You can see the ocean from the patio. Location can't be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

The staff was great friendly and informative and the room was clean great view and comfy I'm enjoying my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a true Gemmah in Encinitas! Clean, well, equipped rooms, friendly staff, a great patio area, and best of all a 3 to 5 minute walk to one of the best beaches. Don’t ever change Moonlight!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a room with 2 queen beds, kitchen, small dinning table, partial view of the ocean. We loved this place. Noisy at night due to surrounding clubs, restaurants, but we didn't mind. We slept well & the location is a few minutes walk to the beach. The price is reasonable for the area.We will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area close to beach super safe
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice an a great view kool staff..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay near Moonlight Beach. It's not fancy...but the rooms are big and clean and nice. Close to all the good things...the check-in was friendly and easy. There were beach toys and chairs etc to be used. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026