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Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024
  • Moonlight State Beach
    4 min walk
  • Beacon Beach
    14 min walk
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    17 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    17 min drive

Room options

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

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

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

Family Room, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Room, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

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

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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Breakfast included
Parking included
4.0 out of 5, Very Good, (714)
The price is $183
per night
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2
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About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Encinitas motel with free in-room WiFi
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.
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.

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.

Languages

English

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

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

  • 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

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

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. 302 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 385 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

Donna, Bloomfield

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean / beach just a few steps away!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dann

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a great place to stay. Close to the beach and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay often and love it. The AC didn't work though and I really wish they had sheer curtains also to let light into the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina, Tucson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great location. It was like a 3 to 4 minute walk to the beach. The room was very clean and had a great view. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Moonlight Beach
We have been staying here for over 40 years and we love it!! Close to the beach, shopping and many choices for food. The staff was great, they went above and beyond to help our stay be the best.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lizbeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff, clean facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the friendliest staff. They really make you feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful small motel with easy access to Moonlight Beach. Great beds. Generous size room with balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gem overlooking the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a couple of blocks from the beach - can’t beat this location at this price! The place has everything you need for a comfy stay. Lots of cafes and restaurants in walking distance. Will come back here again 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful getaway spot
I stayed here to do in depth research and writing. the room was comfortable and roomy, the staff was incredibly helpful, and the location near the ocean was soothing. i loved my stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024