Downtown Encinitas Travel Guide
Encinitas
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
Solana Beach: Electric Bike Rental with 5-Level Pedal Assist
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Top hotels in Downtown Encinitas
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The rooms were big, morning staff was great, there IS breakfast, and it IS close to the beach. However the night staff was terrible and even actively hostile, the amenity fee was a surprise and included different things depending on who you talk to, and pedestrian access was unsafe especially if ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Could be a really amazing resort, in need of a face lift. The main restaurant was closed on M/T and not open until 5pm Wednesday evening which was unfortunate as our stay was M-W. Hidden costs tacked onto Expedia's cost that is supposed to be inclusive of taxes and fees. And on top of that, they ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Resort offers so many amenities and lovely areas to relax and play. Loved the pickleball, pools and patio vistas. We are not members so were given a very old room in an old building. The room served our purposes but did not entice us to buy a time share. Had we been gjven a newer room- this may have ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Booked and paid for a 2 queen room, didn't have available.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Our first room was gross. The staff quickly assigned us a new room which was better. Albeit still warn. the property itself is rather dirty and in desperate need of at least a power wash. Food is was ok but despite multiple food options it’s all from the same kitchen. Fortunately the staff everywhere ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
The Dana on Mission Bay
We stayed one night in a room.with view to the marina. The room was spacious and clean. The beds were comfortable.we enjoyed outdoor dining, the pool, and walking by the bay.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 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 San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
