There's a lot visitors like about Cardiff-by-the-Sea, especially its beaches and restaurants. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting San Elijo State Beach and Encinitas Community Park. Popular sights in the surrounding area include LEGOLAND® California.

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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1004)
The price is CNY1,073
CNY1,073
CNY1,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11




Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (709)
8.4/10
Very Good
(709)
The price is CNY1,804
CNY1,804
CNY1,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3




The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Encinitas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1090)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1090)




Moonlight Beach Motel
Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (443)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(443)




Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
Leucadia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1001)




Leucadia Beach Inn
Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1002)
The price is CNY834
CNY834
CNY917 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26




Del Mar Beach Hotel
Del Mar Beach Hotel
2.0 star property
Del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1007)




Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3.0 star property
Del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1017)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1017)
The price is CNY910
CNY910
CNY1,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19




Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
South Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1003)
The price is CNY769
CNY769
CNY863 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2




La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
South Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1521)
7.8/10
Good
(1521)
The price is CNY769
CNY769
CNY863 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18




Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3.0 star property
Carlsbad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1597)
7.6/10
Good
(1597)




Grand Pacific Palisades
Grand Pacific Palisades
3.5 star property
Carlsbad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1003)




MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort
MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort
3.5 star property
Carlsbad
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (743)
8.8/10
Excellent
(743)




Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1150)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1150)




Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA
Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA
3.5 star property
Carlsbad
5.6 out of 10, (1017)
5.6/10
(1017)
The price is CNY763
CNY763
CNY856 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3




Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1001)
The price is CNY912
CNY912
CNY1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8




Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
Vista
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1788)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(1788)
The price is CNY942
CNY942
CNY1,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2




West Inn & Suites
West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
Carlsbad
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1081)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1081)
The price is CNY905
CNY905
CNY1,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11




HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1000)
The price is CNY1,357
CNY1,357
CNY1,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25




Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
2.5 star property
San Marcos
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (571)
8.2/10
Very Good
(571)
The price is CNY769
CNY769
CNY847 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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Top landmarks in Cardiff-by-the-Sea
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.
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 some more? Head to San Elijo State Beach and Stagecoach Park, both nearby.
Eli Howard Surf School
Eli Howard Surf School
5/5(2 reviews)
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 travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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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Surf world-class waves at Cardiff Reef, then refuel at eclectic beachside cafes and taco shops. Explore tide pools at San Elijo State Beach or cycle along scenic coastal trails.

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Check out reviews of Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotels guests love

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
10/10 Excellent
"Clean "

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
10/10 Excellent
"Excellent front desk. Pleasant, professional
Comfortable beds and pillows and good air conditioning. Pool is lovely too!"

Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed this hotel; it was very nice and clean. The only downside was that the bed was hard. Otherwise, it's a very nice hotel."

The Wayfarer San Diego
10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful"

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was awesome, I did not like the area"

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
10/10 Excellent
"Very welcoming and fun resort "

Handlery Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"What a nice little surprise of a hotel. Staff and everyone has been super nice. Highly recomend."

Lafayette Hotel & Club
10/10 Excellent
"Every corner was perfect! "

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Go here!"
Frequently asked questions
What accommodations do travelers like in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA and Cardiff by the Sea Lodge are a couple of accommodations that are popular with guests.
Can I book refundable hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 84 vacation homes. In addition, there are 9 apartments and 9 condos.
What will the weather in Cardiff-by-the-Sea be like during my vacation?
September and August are typically the warmest months in Cardiff-by-the-Sea when the average temp is 70°F. February and January are the coldest months when the average temperature is 57°F. December and January are the months with the most rain.
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