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Our top choices for Cardiff State Beach hotels

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

Twelve Senses Retreat
2.8 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Felipe
P22,093
P24,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Twelve Senses Retreat

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
1.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Nicole
P9,988
P10,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

3. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
0.5 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
VALERIE
P15,920
P17,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

4. Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach
4.1 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Cesar
P21,099
P25,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Inn at Moonlight Beach

5. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Kathleen Manifor
P8,098
P8,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

6. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
9.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Sam
P67,269
P77,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

7. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe
7.1 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Farah
P20,878
P25,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

8. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
4.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Chris
P9,471
P10,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

9. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
12.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Sara
P8,233
P9,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

10. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
14.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
heather
P8,596
P11,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
West Inn & Suites

11. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
7.3 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Daniel
P7,752
P8,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

12. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
6.6 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Kay
P7,112
P7,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Leucadia Beach Inn

13. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle
7.2 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Andrena
P13,956
P17,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

14. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
13 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Lizette
P9,005
P10,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

15. Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace
17.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Ashley
P18,914
P24,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beach Terrace

16. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
14 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Guibin
P7,657
P10,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Lakehouse Resort

17. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar
11.5 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Megan
P42,173
P53,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Fairmont Grand Del Mar

18. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
15.4 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
VERONICA
P9,304
P10,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
11.8 km from Cardiff State Beach
United States
Wendy
P9,787
P10,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment rooms, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Twelve Senses Retreat
9.8
Exceptional
39 reviews
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Sports facility
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
9.2
Wonderful
1,049 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
8.6
Excellent
808 reviews
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Restaurant
Inn at Moonlight Beach
9.8
Exceptional
143 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
9.6
Exceptional
2,119 reviews
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Top Cardiff State Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"great location for the San Diego county fair when its in town."
Joe 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I would love to stay here again."
Rebecca Curtis or 4-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Del Mar Beach Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is very nice, despite the need to pay for parking. The pool looks a lot better online than in person, but most people are heading to the beach anyway. I love the free breakfast. Very beautiful hotel; my room even had a balcony."
Sharon 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location with very large rooms."
Marie 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet, safe, beautiful, and comfortable. Best hotel I've ever stayed at."
Brittany 7-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Situated in a great spot! You can walk to restaurants & cafes. CoZy ✨ The manager made it possible for me to stay in my same room, when the room wasn’t available once I decided to extend my stay. Very helpful!"
Anna 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Leucadia Beach Inn
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"This place was perfect for our trip. The location was just right. We were 20 min away from Legoland and 30 min away from San Diego Zoo. The property was clean, the rooms were clean, the staff was friendly, breakfast was good. We would stay here again."
Veronica 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

8/10 Good
"The property met my needs and is in walking distance to Moonlight beach. My interactions with the staff were positive, friendly and professional. I would recommend this property to anyone staying in Encinitas. We walked everywhere and felt very safe."
Trina N. 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great stay! We have one member of the family that snores, and that can make traveling as a group difficult. Having a separate bedroom with a door was perfect for us!"
Renae 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Moonlight Beach Motel

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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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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 like 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 studying the exhibits at Trios Gallery during your trip to Solana Beach. In the area, take in the acclaimed theater 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, check out the 77 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Cardiff State Beach?
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 should I expect to find near Cardiff State Beach?
Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" 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 natural beauty of San Elijo State Beach, Seagrove Park, and Encinitas Community 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.