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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Exterior detail
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 485
AED 590 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Swamis Peak Suite (Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing King Kitchenette (Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

The Enci King Suite with Kitchenette (Sofa Bed) (Park View) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Shore Thing King (Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King Kitchenette (Park View)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Park view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Enci King (Park View)

Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

The Enci King (Park View)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Pillowtop bed
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, 92024-3625

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - Encinitas - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Moonlight State Beach
Located close to San Diego Botanic Garden and Self Realization Fellowship, The Encinitan Hotel & Suites provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a computer station, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 96 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - March 2020

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

  • Air conditioning
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Encinitan Hotel & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Encinitan Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Encinitan Hotel & Suites located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and San Diego Botanic Garden. Self Realization Fellowship and Del Mar Fairgrounds are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 887 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful hotel close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying here! The beach view was gorgeous and it was a nice area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect are and nice views
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very serene and quiet . The rooms were roomy and perfect for a one week stay .
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy the large sized suites with the kitchenette. it’s the perfect beach get away hotel! We love the little shortcut trail from the property to the street close to shops and restaurants etc. This was our 3rd time staying here. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good location, near amenities.Great staff. Rooms in good condition
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been at this property before and the location is very good to walk to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel with a short walk to the beach, stores, and restaurants. The pool and hot tub were outdoor but well heated so we enjoyed swimming at night after we got back from a busy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nianzhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and service are all good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo Cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience. Kids loved the pool area. definitely returning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room had everything we needed for our stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great enviroment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that there is a free parking area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several time and love the location and staff. Great little get away walking distance to see the sunset at moonlight beach!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy check in / easy checkout
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suhey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious very nice and clean. Walk to the Beach and great food places. Inside the room there is a book with recommendations of things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed is super comfortable. Very nice, cozy room with balcony. Working clean pool and hot tub and free breakfast. Front desk very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price and location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish it had a microwave in the room Also a little variation in the breakfast. Was there for 4 nights and went looking for new breakfast spots after 2 days
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Staff & service
While the view was fabulous, the local train woke us at all hours of the night. Clean and updated rooms, very close to the beach and restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the property, amenities, and the location. The ocean view from the third level is amazing to wake up to! Also, the staff is so kind and accommodating. I have stayed here twice now and plan to make it my go to while visiting the area in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great, friendly staff, and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025