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Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
3 out of 5
1661 Villa Cardiff Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
  • 3 min walk from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Our room was very musty and had a strong mildew odor. We bought a few air fresheners that helped make it tolerable. Overall location was great and staff was nice."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
Kings Inn San Diego
Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA
  • 45 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,269 reviews)
"Everything was great except for the bedding. It was very stiff and rough, could definitely use some kind of softner. Think I’ll bring my own sheets next time. You can’t beat location, ease of access to everything in SanDiego. The pool is great."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Kings Inn San Diego
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
  • 26 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,840 reviews)
"Great location, quiet neighborhood, walking distance to UCSD and Westfield UTC."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
  • 15 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,156 reviews)
"Great checking, rooms untidy"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Handlery Hotel
Handlery Hotel
3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
  • 44 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,805 reviews)
"Very clean hotel the front reception “Pamela” was so helpful and kind. I would definitely recommend my family and friends to stay here anytime"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Handlery Hotel
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 out of 5
3880 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA
  • 45 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,290 reviews)
Friendly Staff
"The hotel is not in the best area for families, but the staff was amazing. I wish they had a pool, and the complimentary breakfast buffet could use improvement."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
  • 43 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,492 reviews)
"We loved staying at the Dana! We have decided that the next time we’re in San Diego, we will stay again! It is a beautiful property. The restaurant is so good and so are the pools. Every day we had an excellent experience with the staff and the cleanliness of the rooms. We loved that they turned ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
4 out of 5
7450 Hazard Center Dr, San Diego, CA
  • 43 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,129 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
  • 45 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,889 reviews)
"Good place to stay lots of things nearby to do"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
4 out of 5
901 Camino Del Rio S, San Diego, CA
  • 44 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,723 reviews)
"Everyone was awesome"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Lafayette Hotel & Club
4 out of 5
2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
  • 45 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (893 reviews)
"Always a fun stay. No need to leave the hotel. Great staff and always a great time."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Lafayette Hotel & Club
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
4 out of 5
1441 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA
  • 43 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,452 reviews)
"We are in love! The most stunningly beautiful property"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
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