Encinitas
Travel Guide
Visit Encinitas
Where to stay in Encinitas
Leucadia
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Grandview Surf Beach might round out your trip.
Downtown Encinitas
If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Olivenhain
Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
We had a side view of the ocean, spacious room, easy parking, great breakfast, very close to the ocean. Will come up.
Reviewed on 8 Mar, 2026
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Amazing room. Great staff and location. Interesting beach with the rocks but still enjoyable. Great food and poolside service. We'll be back!
Reviewed on 26 Feb, 2026
Leucadia Beach Inn
Mark has been lively. Needed to borrow an ironing board and iron and hr helped explain the 200 channel cable system which I couldn't find at first. Quiet night yet place was full. Amazing.
Reviewed on 7 Mar, 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Excellent front desk staff, easy access, big room with kitchenette. WiFi great, room temp perfect due to working air conditioner. I missed kitchen paper towels to clean spills, I also missed dishwasher soap and dishwashing sponge. Coffee maker working, clean easy to use. The best part there is a ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Great location
Reviewed on 7 Mar, 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Room was dark, dirty and outdated
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Popular places to visit
Moonlight State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Moonlight State Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
San Diego Botanic Garden
Tour this enchanting garden that hosts lush shady corners, exotic garden designs and a huge collection of plant species from around the world.
Self Realization Fellowship
You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a stop at Self Realization Fellowship. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Leucadia State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Leucadia State Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South Ponto Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Beacon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beacon Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
