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Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $195
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28

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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

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

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

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Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

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

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Family Room, Kitchenette | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Kitchenette

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

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Double Room, Kitchenette | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Motel in Downtown Encinitas
This smoke-free motel features a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

Moonlight Beach Motel features a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Moonlight Beach Motel is a smoke-free property.

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. 467 out of 584 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 584 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 584 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 584 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 584 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic room but had all we needed. Very clean. Jennifer was great. Had a partial ocean view, could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got a room with three beds and the place was very cozy and neat. It’s just up the street from the beach. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean room with a beautiful hilltop ocean view. Friendly, attentive staff. Everything was perfect—this place is a hidden gem! Just a short walk to Moonlight Beach and the shops and cafés in Encinitas.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean room. Quiet neighbors. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Derrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Immaculate. Great coffee only minute walk away!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place was more than I expected. Will definitely be coming back here again when in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

The staff was great friendly and informative and the room was clean great view and comfy I'm enjoying my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeni

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect, better than we hoped for. Good size, clean, comfortable, great views. The bathroom was also a good size especially the shower. The only thing I'd recommend would be somewhere to hang towels as you dont always want to block your ocean view with a towel airing out on the balcony. Great location to the beach and town. Staff were great, housekeepers friendly. We forgot to leave a tip as checking out with a baby is busy but we planned to as we felt it was deserved.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

10/10 Excellent

Aysha

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms with a wonderful location. The front office manager was extremely considerate, helpful and made our stay a real pleasure. Looking forward to future stays at the Moonlight Beach Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area close to beach super safe
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kelley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge clean room, cute vibe, friendly staff. Would return here as HQ for a beach stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Byron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is great, but it's a little loud - with some traffic noise and the noise from the train.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and the best staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The ceiling needs sound proofing. The family above us sounded like racing elephants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tod

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025