Hotels in Encinitas

Encinitas overview

Encinitas is a budget-friendly place, known for its beaches and gardens, and features picturesque views of the sea and flowers. You'll find extensive coffee and cafe options. Families will find plenty of fun at Legoland California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. University of California-San Diego and La Jolla Cove are popular sights to see. If you're looking for a family-friendly getaway, Encinitas is for you.

Where to stay in Encinitas

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Encinitas has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Encinitas with Hotels.com by checking our online maps. These display the areas and neighbourhoods around all Encinitas hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Encinitas hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Encinitas

Fly in to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from central Encinitas. San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) is the next closest major airport, 22.9 mi (36.8 km) away.

What to see around Encinitas

Fun outdoor activities are on hand, along with these attractions:

• • Hosp Grove Trails
• • Iron Mountain

Known for its gardens, the area's sights are especially popular with families such as:

• • Sealife Aquarium
• • Legoland California
• • The Wave Waterpark
• • Birch Aquarium
• • San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Its beaches and flowers are well known. Favourite spots for nature lovers include:

• • San Diego Botanic Garden
• • Stagecoach Park
• • Moonlight State Beach
• • Swamis Beach
• • Poinsettia Park

Popular places in the area to visit include:

• • University of California-San Diego
• • La Jolla Cove
• • Carlsbad Premium Outlets

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Family-friendly