Visit Downtown Encinitas
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast
Solana Beach: Electric Bike Rental with 5-Level Pedal Assist
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Top hotels in Downtown Encinitas
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
great view and location
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Awesome resort with beautiful surroundings, clean rooms and great amenities. Front desk staff was rude and did not honored expedia gold status perks. Anyway I would definitely come back for a longer stay.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
I do wish we had more of an ocean view. If I knew when booking to make sure its not partial instead. Which is what happened. It was still amazing!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Location was great, the only reason I don’t give 5 stars is, the room need was not clean enough they were stains in the couch and on the rug, and room was a little smelly other then that place was great.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Clean Quite convenient
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Room was very comfortable and clean staff was very nice
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown 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.
Olivenhain
Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Moonlight State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
