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Cheap Hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

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Cheap Hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Downtown Encinitas
£76
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
Leucadia
£73
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Leucadia Beach Inn

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Del Mar
£100
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
£75
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
City Center
£48
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Hyland Inn Near Legoland
Olde Carlsbad
£64
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyland Inn Near Legoland

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
£234
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
La Jolla Shores Hotel

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Village of La Jolla
£129
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County
Escondido
£112
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn
Townsite
£78
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Oceanside Inn

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
Kit Carson
£52
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Townsite
£83
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
Clairemont
£58
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
California Suites Hotel

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
Clairemont
£80
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Pleasant Inn

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Olde Carlsbad
£62
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Camp Pendleton South
£70
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach

Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
£83
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach

PB Surf Beachside Inn

PB Surf Beachside Inn
Pacific Beach
£75
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
PB Surf Beachside Inn

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
£93
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Pacific Beach
£70
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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Top landmarks in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Cardiff State Beach
Cardiff State Beach

Cardiff State Beach

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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Encinitas Community Park

Encinitas Community Park

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 a little more? Head to San Elijo State Beach and Stagecoach Park, both nearby.

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Eli Howard Surf School

Eli Howard Surf School

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 travellers also say the area is full of friendly people and that it has lots of nice beaches.

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Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park

Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park

After visiting Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a cheap hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
In Cardiff-by-the-Sea, you'll find a variety of hotels to choose from so filter on "included" amenities or "budget property" to find the best value. Remember to sort your results by "Price: low to high" when searching for the cheapest Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotels.
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What is the cheapest area to stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
When you're looking for cheap hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, location is key. North Pacific Beach and Clairemont often have great budget-friendly options available. Prefer to stay in another part of town? Use our map feature to find a low-cost hotel in the perfect spot.
What are the best cheap things to do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Sightseeing doesn't mean that you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, enjoy the outdoors at San Elijo State Beach or Cardiff State Beach. Don't forget to include a visit to Encinitas Community Park.