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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hampton Inn 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
Book a stay at this 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! (1,041 reviews)
The free breakfast was cool it’s from 6-10 and everyone warmly greets you and the restock it always making sure it’s stocked . The rooms are spacious enough , the pool was nice and mind u it’s December it was heated I think . Honestly to me the best part was the staff they have good customer service ...

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA
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
Book a stay at this 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! (1,350 reviews)
Everything Amazing minus so many people

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Lafayette Hotel & Club
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
Book a stay at this 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! (2,193 reviews)
I did not use the bar or restaurant but the hotel was clean and all of the staff was wonderful.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
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! (1,417 reviews)
Plumbing was very loud.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South 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, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,057 reviews)
Clean room nice and affordable

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Best Western Seven Seas
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
875 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
  • 45 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,946 reviews)
El está bien, cómodo, limpio y se mira bastante nuevo, si tuviera que decir algo mal, lo único sería el internet, el que es free no sirve absolutamente para nada prácticamente obligándote a comprar su paquete de internet que la verdad tampoco es que sea muy bueno, pienso que deberían mejorar eso ...

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
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 hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,931 reviews)
Staff were very nice, quick check in and out. The property is great for family environment

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
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! (2,257 reviews)
Room was spotless, bed was comfy

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,578 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Kings Inn San Diego
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave La Jolla CA
  • 30 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,743 reviews)
Great hotel! Very clean, friendly staff, and easily walkable to several restaurants and shops. Very close to the shore.

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Inn By The Sea 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
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,906 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay! My room was clean, spacious, and the facilities were all up to date! Front desk Payton was amazing and all the staff were welcoming! I will definitely be going back if I am in Del Mar! Thank you !!

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

3.5 out of 5
8110 Aero Dr San Diego CA
  • 36 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! (1,018 reviews)
Breakfast was good and an amazing deal when added during the initial reservation Plenty of easy parking Very clean The fitness center was pretty good too Bar had free popcorn Paying for parking on the reservation was also a good deal because you get 2 welcome drinks

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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