Vacation homes in Encinitas

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Vacation homes in Encinitas

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a vacation rental stay in Encinitas on Hotels.com. These Encinitas vacation rentals consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 17, 2026.

1. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Downtown San Diego
CNY963
CNY1,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

2. Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Downtown San Diego
CNY654
CNY757 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

3. Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Hillcrest
CNY626
CNY705 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

4. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Middletown
CNY768
CNY1,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

5. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Downtown San Diego
CNY1,359
CNY2,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Kasa Little Italy San Diego

6. Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort
Historic Downtown Coronado
CNY1,232
CNY1,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Coronado Beach Resort

7. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
Solana Beach
CNY905
CNY1,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

8. Beachfront San Diego Condo w/ Patio on the Bay!

Beachfront San Diego Condo w/ Patio on the Bay!
Mission Beach
Beachfront San Diego Condo w/ Patio on the Bay!

9. Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
Downtown San Diego
CNY782
CNY891 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

10. AvantStay Little Italy San Diego

AvantStay Little Italy San Diego
Downtown San Diego
AvantStay Little Italy San Diego

11. Capri Beach Accommodations

Capri Beach Accommodations
Pacific Beach
Capri Beach Accommodations

12. Villa L'Auberge

Villa L'Auberge
Del Mar
Villa L'Auberge

13. Wave Crest Resort

Wave Crest Resort
Del Mar
CNY1,153
CNY1,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Wave Crest Resort

14. Capri by the Sea by All Seasons Resort Lodging

Capri by the Sea by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Pacific Beach
Capri by the Sea by All Seasons Resort Lodging

15. Seashore Suites by AvantStay

Seashore Suites by AvantStay
Village of La Jolla
Seashore Suites by AvantStay

17. San Diego Family Home w/ Lush Backyard Patio!

San Diego Family Home w/ Lush Backyard Patio!
San Diego
San Diego Family Home w/ Lush Backyard Patio!

18. Avalon III by Avantstay Mins to Gaslamp, Zoo & Airport Beautiful Deck w/ BBQ

Avalon III by Avantstay Mins to Gaslamp, Zoo & Airport Beautiful Deck w/ BBQ
Middletown
Avalon III by Avantstay Mins to Gaslamp, Zoo & Airport Beautiful Deck w/ BBQ

20. 2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly

2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
Mission Beach
CNY1,658
CNY4,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
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Top neighborhoods in Encinitas

Leucadia

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

Downtown Encinitas

Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighborhood is home to attractions such as Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach.

Top landmarks in Encinitas

A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.
Photo by Wendy Montroy

Moonlight State Beach

9.2/10 (544 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Moonlight State Beach, located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Beacon Beach located nearby.
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A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.
Photo by Jeff White

San Diego Botanic Garden

9.0/10 (151 reviews)
San Diego Botanic Garden is worth a visit, located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
Photo by L. R.

Leucadia State Beach

9.4/10 (161 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Leucadia State Beach located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach and Beacon Beach, both within a short walk.
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A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
Photo by trenton.badillo

Swamis Beach

9.2/10 (171 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Swamis Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at San Elijo State Beach, just a short walk away.
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A beach at sunset with waves and a pink sky.
Photo by Svetlana Couture

South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, South Ponto Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach located nearby.
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Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

9.0/10 (96 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, just one of the family attractions in central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, you'll love Del Mar Fairgrounds and Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center, both located nearby.
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Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

7.6/10 (44 reviews)
You might want to practice your swing at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, a golf course located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If Encinitas Ranch Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and The Crossings at Carlsbad are also nearby.
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Grandview Surf Beach

9.0/10 (92 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Grandview Surf Beach, located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at Leucadia State Beach, just a short walk away.
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Learn more about Encinitas

Hang ten at Swami's Beach, immortalized by the Beach Boys in 'Surfin' USA.' The Self-Realization Fellowship Gardens offer peaceful meditation spaces on coastal bluffs overlooking the Pacific. Downtown feels like a 1950s movie set with a classic welcome sign spanning Coast Highway. Moonlight State Beach provides perfect swimming when Swami's waves prove too challenging. San Elijo State Beach attracts campers who wake to oceanfront views without the premium price. After sunset, explore main street's surf shops and seafood spots where locals debate wave conditions with scholarly precision. Families can venture to nearby LEGOLAND for a theme park experience that complements beach days.

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A wooden staircase leading down to a beach with ocean waves and a sunset in the background.

About the destination

Encinitas is a walkable location known for its beaches. Enjoy the seafood restaurants and cafes or perhaps you'll want to book an excursion during your stay. Nature lovers can visit San Elijo State Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon. Popular sights in the surrounding area include LEGOLAND® California.

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