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Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property

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Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this beachfront property, surrounded by palm trees and a lifeguard station.
Experience the charm of a traditional beachside stay at this motel, surrounded by lush tropical foliage and vibrant plants.
Enjoy the serene views from the upper-floor balcony with its comfortable seating area.
Relax in our outdoor patio area, complete with seating, dining, and barbecue facilities surrounded by lush greenery.
Enjoy the ocean view from your balcony with a table and chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette

Family Room, Kitchenette

Family Room, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Kitchenette

Double Room, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1080)
The price is AU$277
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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About the area

Encinitas

When you stay at Moonlight Beach Motel in Encinitas, you'll be near the beach, 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

  • Moonlight State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 10 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee Encinitas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gelato 101 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Moonlight State Beach
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.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

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

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. 346 out of 441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 441 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great ocean view hotel, walking distance to beach

Great customer service. Amazing ocean views and proximity to Moonlight Beach, coffee and great ice cream only a 2-3 min walk. Location, location, location, and view!!!! We will definitely be back.
View from the balcony room 307
Moonlight Beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to see the ocean! Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location

Location is amazing, clean room 2 blocks from beautiful Moonlight Beach & 1 block to Encinitas' main drag on the 101. Comfortable beds, updated bathrooms & a patio. Most rooms have at least a partial ocean view.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a carless getaway. I took the train from the airport and was easily able to walk to the motel, as well as the beach and all the fabulous shops and restaurants. I even walked to the san diego botanical gardens! And the staff was awesome!!! .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehrdad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no comment
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room that we had was nice and clean. The motel is conveniently located very close to the beach. Also, a lot of walkable restaurants and cafes around. The staffs are kind yet professional. Glad to have stayed at the motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilah

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudonna

enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place, will definitely be back. It’s so conveniently located and a great view of the ocean. Staff was amazing!! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is the best Motel I've ever stayed at. We Loved the proximity to Moonlight Beach, the free beach equipment available to borrow, the staff and the amazing ocean view. The staff was very attentive to the smallest problem that came up with awesome customer service. We've already booked our next stay to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

teppi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Candice

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cold nights and only sheets on the bed with a thin blanket. Couldn’t get the heat to turn on. Window lock was taped shut so window couldn’t be opened in case of an emergency.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enchanting motel; magical!

Loved this motel and look forward to investigating a long-term stay next winter. A truly magical place that we will always cherish.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Eric, Newcastle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darien

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sunset views, clean room, newly renovated, old building that is well-maintained, comfy new beds & sheets, convenient to beach & restaurants & shops, easy free parking. Would stay here again at the discounted rate.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024