Travel background of the gorgeous California coast, sea salt and spray, beach wash, and wet sand of the Pacific Ocean

Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotels from ₹7,929

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
19 Jun - 21 Jun
In two weeks
26 Jun - 28 Jun

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotels

Suite, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (774 reviews)
"Clean spacious room! Close to the beach and nearby restaurants! Helpful and courteous staff!"
United States
PAMELA
The price is ₹19,603
₹21,601 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Sports facility

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,044 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable beds!"
United States
Michael
The price is ₹16,898
₹18,587 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,719 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"
United States
Cuauhtemoc
The price is ₹23,683
₹27,222 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Terrace/patio

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,624 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, nice views great staff"
United States
Marco
The price is ₹10,471
₹14,416 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Lakehouse Resort
Exterior

Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel
2.5 star property
North Broadway
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and excellent customer service."
United States
Thelma
The price is ₹13,620
₹14,982 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Best Western Escondido Hotel
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
Bressi Ranch
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Loved it there"
United States
Maria Cristina
The price is ₹15,323
₹17,191 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,491 reviews)
"We have stayed here before, good location, clean rooms, great staff."
United States
Lance
The price is ₹26,536
₹35,531 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Outdoor pool

West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,074 reviews)
"It's an attractive, clean property situated in a quiet location. Very nice breakfast."
United States
Russell
The price is ₹14,418
₹18,311 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
West Inn & Suites
Property amenity

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,052 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
United States
amanda
The price is ₹12,270
₹14,136 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Balcony

The Sands of La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla
2.5 star property
Bird Rock
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (853 reviews)
"Great election happy to stay there, recommended"
United States
Anderson
The price is ₹16,074
₹18,124 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
The Sands of La Jolla
Lobby

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,284 reviews)
"Clean room, staff was very helpful, parking was easy and accessible!"
United States
Hector
The price is ₹11,318
₹13,010 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Exterior

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (218 reviews)
"Staff was great and rooms were nice."
United States
Brittney
The price is ₹10,048
₹11,550 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
Courtyard

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Loved my stay!"
United States
Stacy
The price is ₹11,899
₹13,088 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Leucadia Beach Inn
Outdoor spa tub

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,583 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joshua
The price is ₹13,429
₹16,225 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Property grounds

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,379 reviews)
"Nice beach view, helpful staff, clean property."
United States
Edgardo
The price is ₹34,925
₹45,629 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Exterior

Old Town Inn

Old Town Inn
2.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,906 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, comfortable pool area, friendly staff."
United States
Robert
The price is ₹16,069
₹18,439 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Old Town Inn
Lobby sitting area

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,171 reviews)
"THE BED WAS SO SOFT ROOM WAS SO CLEAN BREAKFAST WAS GREAT AND THE PRICE WAS KILLER FOR THE LOCATION really a great place to stay"
United States
Tyson
The price is ₹13,611
₹15,645 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
Lobby

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,766 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is convenient repertory people who want to visit Seaworld."
United States
Bektursun
The price is ₹12,365
₹14,213 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Property grounds

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,651 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay. Would stay here again"
United States
Ariana
The price is ₹8,475
₹9,724 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
California Suites Hotel
Sports facility

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
Aviara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel , good breakfast"
United States
Oleksandra
The price is ₹13,181
₹14,921 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
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.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Stay near popular Cardiff-by-the-Sea attractions

Cardiff State Beach

4.7/5 (113 reviews)
This laid-back stretch of Pacific coastline offers prime surfing at Cardiff Reef and fascinating tide pools to explore. Visit during low tide to discover colourful marine creatures clinging to the exposed rocks.
See properties

Learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

See all hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea
San Elijo Beach, Cardiff By The Sea - CA

Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing all around. Bar cart was next level "
Lillian 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Lafayette Hotel & Club

More cheap stays in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

3708 Plaza Dr Oceanside CA
The price is ₹7,035 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
₹7,035
₹7,929 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
7/10 Good! (1,346 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Located 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Best Western Seven Seas is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area and San Diego Mission Bay Resort. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Best Western Seven Seas: Hotel, 2-minute walk from Hotel Circle. Features 2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool and free self parking. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area and San Diego Mission Bay Resort are two additional hotels that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
What is staying in Cardiff-by-the-Sea like?
Families will find child-friendly activities in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and visitors give high marks for the beaches and top-notch restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its cafés. LEGOLAND® California, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are some of the top sights around the area. In Cardiff-by-the-Sea, there are 108 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
What is there to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
The beaches and sunsets highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff State Beach and Encinitas Community Park. Additionally, you'll find LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Cardiff-by-the-Sea guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 335 mm.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia