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Our top choices for South Ponto Beach hotels

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

1. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 1.7 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location and very walkable. Near the coastline and also great restaurants and coffee. Comfortable bed and nice kitchen to use"
United States
Gail
The price is Rp1.611.106
Rp1.772.216 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Leucadia Beach Inn
A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.

2. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5.0 star property
2.9 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff and nice rooms. Everything was great."
United States
Noyem
The price is Rp7.406.387
Rp9.751.747 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

3. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
1.5 km from South Ponto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp2.413.957
Rp3.459.376 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

4. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3.5 star property
3.2 km from South Ponto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (760 reviews)
"Love this location for vacation"
United States
tracy
The price is Rp3.011.281
Rp4.081.448 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed, and a chair.

5. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
0.4 km from South Ponto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"We had a fabulous stay at these gorgeous resort. The staff was attentive and helpful with any questions we had. We’d rate this one of the best places we’ve stayed and live Encinitas area."
United States
Thomas
The price is Rp8.030.256
Rp9.927.585 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

6. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
2.4 km from South Ponto Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,546 reviews)
"Great place to stay, loved it"
United States
Jorge Adrian
The price is Rp1.828.994
Rp2.052.040 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a kitchenette area.

7. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
2.0 star property
Leucadia, 1.5 km from South Ponto Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay would come again"
United States
Jessica
The price is Rp1.202.453
Rp1.413.108 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
2.1 km from South Ponto Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"overall great place to stay"
United States
robert
The price is Rp1.735.872
Rp1.947.612 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
2.4 km from South Ponto Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,777 reviews)
"Breakfast was delicious"
United States
Debra
The price is Rp1.936.582
Rp2.172.748 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom.

10. Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
2.5 star property
Leucadia, 3 km from South Ponto Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay and may come again😊"
United States
Marcella
The price is Rp1.755.220
Rp1.934.164 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

11. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
2.2 km from South Ponto Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,128 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful."
United States
Sitlali
The price is Rp1.029.589
Rp1.187.496 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

12. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.9 km from South Ponto Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,182 reviews)
"It was a great stay! Close to Legoland and the breakfast was great"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp2.549.562
Rp2.809.490 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
15 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff great breakfast"
United States
Laura
The price is Rp2.597.479
Rp2.862.292 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

14. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
3.0 star property
6 km from South Ponto Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Amazing hand cooked breakfast by the owners! "
United States
Jacklyn
The price is Rp7.423.867
Rp8.202.418 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Twelve Senses Retreat
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

15. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
5.8 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp2.105.649
Rp2.383.594 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

16. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
10.6 km from South Ponto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,945 reviews)
"Loved staying there. It was very relaxing and peaceful."
United States
Maureen
The price is Rp1.982.691
Rp2.732.115 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

17. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
5.9 km from South Ponto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,042 reviews)
"nice stay, clean and comfortable."
Mexico
Juan
The price is Rp2.354.276
Rp3.047.122 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
West Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

18. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas, 4.3 km from South Ponto Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (674 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is Rp2.278.332
Rp2.506.165 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Moonlight Beach Motel
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
7.1 km from South Ponto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Very Clean easy and great breakfast!"
United States
Patrick
The price is Rp2.513.398
Rp2.819.888 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A corridor with a view of the ocean at sunset, potted plants, and a railing.

20. Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel
2.0 star property
14.2 km from South Ponto Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,044 reviews)
"Great place right on the beach!!"
United States
Jodie
The price is Rp3.519.661
Rp4.616.950 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Del Mar Beach Hotel
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.
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Compare popular hotels close to South Ponto Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.
Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
760 reviews
View
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed, and a chair.
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
298 reviews
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Top South Ponto Beach Hotel Reviews

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We had a fabulous stay at these gorgeous resort. The staff was attentive and helpful with any questions we had. We’d rate this one of the best places we’ve stayed and live Encinitas area."
Thomas 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Ponto Beach?
South Ponto Beach is located in Encinitas. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 91 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near South Ponto Beach?
Adjacent to South Ponto Beach, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good options within a short distance include Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa and Rodeway Inn Encinitas North.
How many hotels will I find near South Ponto Beach?
Expedia has 91 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Ponto Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Ponto Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near South Ponto Beach.
What can I see and do near South Ponto Beach?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at GIA Museum and Museum of Making Music. Local parks like Flower Fields of Carlsbad, San Elijo State Beach and Encinitas Community Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at South Carlsbad State Beach, Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad Lagoon.