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Moonlight Beach Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.
A motel sign with a palm tree in front.
A kitchen with a door leading outside, a clock on the wall, and a framed picture of a delivery truck.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $172
$157 nightly
$172 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10

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233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024
  • Place, Encinitas Surfboards
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, a dresser, a desk, and a TV.

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.

Family Room, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee maker, and an air conditioning unit.

Double Room, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A residential area with a view of the ocean, parked cars, and palm trees.

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Encinitas

With a stay at Moonlight Beach Motel in Encinitas (Downtown Encinitas), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Moonlight State Beach and 7 minutes from Del Mar Racetrack. .This motel is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from LEGOLAND® California and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Del Mar Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Encinitas Surfboards - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • D Street Viewpoint - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Juanitas Taco Shop - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Moonlight Beach Motel Motel
Moonlight Beach Motel Encinitas
Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Encinitas

Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 640 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 640 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 640 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 640 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 640 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean, staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

teppi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet simple motel with kitchen. Close to the beach. Staff is always so nice. Views are great. Always enjoy our stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t beat the view! Room was clean and parking was easy. I will definitely book again if I am in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff helpful, pleasant and responsive Great location. Easy walk to Moonlight Beach with great amenities! Convenient to Encinitas restaurants and shops
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect! Stones throw to Moonlight Beach and the 101! Rooms are super nice! Staff helpful and diligent! I recommend this property! I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained facility. Very convenient location. Close to beach and downtown restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Room was very clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location can’t be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the laid back small hotel aspects. Very special.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location to get to Moonlight Beach has the perfect kitchen facilities to have meals in
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love moonlight beach motel! Amazing location in the heart of Encinitas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the ease of parking, proximity to beach and the gal that checked us in was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience for my family and I. Enjoyed every moment just wished I had booked another night!! Thank you staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have family in Encinitas so have stayed in a lot of places there and surrounding area (Carlsbad). This time we wanted to stay in Encinitas to be close for all the family activities . The Moonlight Beach Motel was perfect! It was clean, walking distance to the beach and the 101 and five minutes away from family. We absolutely loved the location, the friendly staff, and the comfortable room. Will definitely stay there from now on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, nicest staff! We will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View and ease of getting to beach is outstanding. Staff was very nice and the room was clean and tidy. A bit noisy with tourist traffic and trains; while neither of those issues has any way to be controlled, the trains offer a nice, nostalgic feel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joe was very helpful. Staff was also helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a beautiful room with a balcony view of the ocean. The room was super clean, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom modern.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Comfy bed. Friendly, helpful staff. Great location, easy walk to beach, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great view. Kids absolutely loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location just up from Moonlight Beach. The rooms are nicely updated. We had a great room with a view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026