The Best Hotels Closest to Cardiff State Beach in Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.

A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

2.8 km from Cardiff State Beach

Felipe

Rp6.102.369

Rp6.748.048 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and a breakfast bar.

A modern lounge area with patterned sofas, round tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

2. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

1.6 km from Cardiff State Beach

April

Rp2.310.464

Rp2.541.511 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a window seat, white curtains, and a chandelier.

A modern house with a curved wooden facade, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, round tables, and striped umbrellas.

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

0.5 km from Cardiff State Beach

Joey

Rp4.609.232

Rp5.079.144 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

A corridor with wooden walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A hallway with a circular window featuring a statue, surrounded by labeled columns and a wooden wall.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

4. Inn at Moonlight Beach

4.1 km from Cardiff State Beach

Cesar

Rp5.540.157

Rp6.625.863 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern resort with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor area, and a sunset view.

A gated entrance with a stone sign, a white car parked inside, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.

A spacious dining area with a long table set for multiple guests, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

5. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

9.3 km from Cardiff State Beach

Sam

Rp19.475.379

Rp22.506.787 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach

Jana

Rp2.519.926

Rp2.776.832 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

A bar area with green upholstered bar stools, a marble countertop, and a fireplace.

A restaurant with a long wooden table, green upholstered seating, and a patterned ceiling.

A spacious living room with a herringbone wood floor, wooden ceiling beams, and a large painting on the wall.

7. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

7.1 km from Cardiff State Beach

Traci

Rp6.044.633

Rp7.498.698 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

17.6 km from Cardiff State Beach

Paula

Rp2.376.386

Rp2.618.658 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and people.

A corridor with a view of the ocean at sunset, potted plants, and a railing.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with two barstools, and pendant lighting.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

9. Del Mar Beach Hotel

5.9 km from Cardiff State Beach

Linda

Rp4.955.678

Rp6.229.818 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12.3 km from Cardiff State Beach

Christine

Rp2.165.152

Rp2.450.952 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a decorative wall with hexagonal mirrors.

A spacious living area with a pool table, a sofa, and a red armchair. There is a kitchen in the background with a dining table and chairs.

A nighttime view of a building entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and benches.

11. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

4.4 km from Cardiff State Beach

Chris

Rp2.742.113

Rp3.098.587 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A two-story building with a brown tiled roof, a stone chimney, and a flag.

A spacious living area with a kitchen counter, a sofa, and a coffee table.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, umbrellas, and a stone wall with a fire feature.

12. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

7.3 km from Cardiff State Beach

Christopher

Rp2.244.365

Rp2.540.509 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

13. West Inn & Suites

14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach

William

Rp2.291.052

Rp2.968.132 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

A dining area with a table set for two, a television mounted on the wall, and a painting above the table.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a white headboard, green and white floral bedding, and a bedside table with a lamp.

14. Leucadia Beach Inn

6.6 km from Cardiff State Beach

Sharon

Rp2.057.408

Rp2.263.149 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

A seaside property with a balcony overlooking the ocean, featuring outdoor seating and a bicycle.

15. Beach Terrace

17.4 km from Cardiff State Beach

Beth

Rp4.413.027

Rp5.846.029 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and surrounding greenery.

A woman in a floral swimsuit stepping out of a spa area with a hot tub, a lounge chair, and a sign indicating an outdoor terrace.

A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A couple dining outdoors at a table with a fire feature, in front of a classical building with arches.

16. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

11.5 km from Cardiff State Beach

Brandon

Rp12.209.769

Rp15.469.679 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.

17. Lakehouse Resort

14 km from Cardiff State Beach

Guibin

Rp2.216.897

Rp2.973.795 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A water park with multiple slides and a pool.

A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.

A spacious balcony with a view of a cityscape at sunset, furnished with wicker chairs and a table.

A modern lounge area with a wooden ceiling, a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a large planter with a tree, and a wall-mounted plant.

18. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

9.8 km from Cardiff State Beach

"My husband and I stayed at this hotel for a quick weekend getaway. The customer service was excellent. Check in went smoothly and our room was upgraded to a larger suite. The valet attendants were hustling to ensure clients did not have to wait for their vehicles. The property was exceptionally clean. Both evenings, someone arrived to provide turndown service, bottle water (sparkling as well), and to offer any additional services. All staff were exceptionally pleasant and friendly. This was our...

Makesha

Rp7.123.842

Rp9.404.325 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A yoga studio with a large glass door, allowing natural light to enter.

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a pathway, and a building with a tiled roof.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bowl of greens, and a water glass.

19. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

9.4 km from Cardiff State Beach

Greg

Rp12.847.725

Rp15.368.781 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, each with a built-in fire feature, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, balconies, and palm trees.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

17 km from Cardiff State Beach

Mark

Rp3.883.203

Rp4.356.759 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Twelve Senses Retreat	9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar	9.2 Wonderful 1,056 reviews	View
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge	8.6 Excellent 812 reviews	View
Inn at Moonlight Beach	9.8 Exceptional 143 reviews	View
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa	9.8 Exceptional 148 reviews	View

Top Cardiff State Beach Hotel Reviews

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hill Beach property to stay at close to everything including restaurants and grocery stores!"

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great facilities"

Del Mar Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time there and will be back. I appreciated not being charged for parking overnight and beach umbrella or chairs for the beach. We had to pay for parking in a lot across the street because they do have limited parking, but they take it off your bill when checking out! Super nice staff with complementary coffee and filtered water in lobby to fill up carafe."

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed the stay"

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous location, 2 minute walk to Moonlight Beach and less than 5min walk to downtown Encinitas."

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

10/10 Excellent

"Would be nice to have free coffee for the guest downstairs"

Other attractions near Cardiff State Beach

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hilly landscape.

Tide Beach Park

9.2/10 (15 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tide Beach Park during your trip to Solana Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Three people standing on a beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

Solana Beach

9.6/10 (72 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Solana Beach during your trip to Solana Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Eli Howard Surf School

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Eli Howard Surf School and popular activities such as surfing in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Encinitas Community Park

9.0/10 (48 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Elks Lodge

Elks Lodge is just one of the places to see in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Trios Gallery

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Trios Gallery in Solana Beach. In the area, take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cardiff State Beach?

Cardiff State Beach is located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 78 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cardiff State Beach?

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cardiff State Beach. Another good option is Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Cardiff State Beach?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Cardiff State Beach.

What can I see and do near Cardiff State Beach?

You can catch a show at Belly Up, North Coast Repertory Theatre and The Sound. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of San Elijo State Beach, Encinitas Community Park and Seagrove Park. Solana Beach, Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for Cardiff State Beach hotels

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

2. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

4. Inn at Moonlight Beach

5. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

7. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

9. Del Mar Beach Hotel

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

12. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

13. West Inn & Suites

14. Leucadia Beach Inn

15. Beach Terrace

16. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

17. Lakehouse Resort

18. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

19. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

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Top Cardiff State Beach Hotel Reviews

Leucadia Beach Inn

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Del Mar Beach Hotel

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Moonlight Beach Motel

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Other attractions near Cardiff State Beach

Tide Beach Park

Solana Beach

Eli Howard Surf School

Encinitas Community Park

Elks Lodge

Trios Gallery

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