Moonlight Beach Motel, Encinitas ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

233 2Nd Street, Encinitas, California, United States, CA 92024

Great

8.9

9.3

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4.4

“The hotel is perfectly situated just a short walk from the beach and surrounded by amazing restaurants and shops.”view full review

Moonlight Beach Motel offers convenient beach access just two blocks from Moonlight State Beach, making it the closest motel to the ocean in Encinitas. This family-owned 24-room motel includes air-conditioned accommodations with ocean views, barbecue facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Comfortable Rooms & Amenities

Accommodations at Moonlight Beach Motel include well-appointed studios and suites featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Guests can choose from rooms with private balconies and ocean views or lovely garden patios, ensuring options for families or couples.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities available on the outdoor patio, perfect for dining al fresco while watching the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Encinitas offers a variety of local restaurants, such as Bella Giulia and Lofty Coffee Company, within a 5-minute walk for additional dining options.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure activities abound with easy access to Moonlight State Beach, where amenities include volleyball courts, fire pits, and sunbathing areas. Guests can borrow beach chairs and umbrellas from the front desk to enhance their seaside experience. The area is also known for surfing and scenic hiking trails.

Services & Local Area

Business travelers will appreciate the convenient location and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Moonlight Beach Motel is easily accessible via Highway 101 and offers ample street parking. Public transportation is available just a short walk away at Highway 101 & A Street.

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Moonlight Beach Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room Sea View

2 persons

360 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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King Room Partial Sea View Balcony

2 persons

360 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Balcony

2 persons

420 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double Room Balcony Sea View

2 persons

420 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Moonlight Beach Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Ocean View

“The room had a amazing ocean view that made waking up a good experience every morning.” view full review

Spacious Bathroom

“The bathroom was impressively spacious and clean, providing a refreshing environment to start the day.” view full review

Comfy King Beds

“The king-size beds were incredibly comfortable with nice linens and an abundance of pillows for a perfect night's sleep.” view full review

Convenient Amenities

“Having a refrigerator and coffee maker in the room made it easy to enjoy snacks and coffee whenever we wanted.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.7/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Tennis court
Golf course

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Moonlight Beach Motel Location

233 2Nd Street, Encinitas, California, United States, CA 92024

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233 2Nd Street, Encinitas, California, United States, CA 92024

City landmarks

Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden

1.3 mi

Garden

Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

1.1 mi

Library

Encinitas Library

2800 ft

Landmark

Lazy Acres

2000 ft

Store

Soulscape Gift & Book Store

2700 ft

Park

Cottonwood Creek Park

2900 ft

Landmark

Stonesteps

3400 ft

Museum

San Dieguito Heritage Museum

1.1 mi

Public Building

Encinitas City Hall

2300 ft

Landmark

Hansen Surfboards

4200 ft

Shopping Area

The Lumberyard

2700 ft

Church

Self-Realization Fellowship Encinitas Temple

1.0 mi

Landmark

Paul Ecke Sports Park

3000 ft

Shopping Area

Encinitas 101

2800 ft

Landmark

Orpheus Park

3200 ft

Landmark

Encinitas Beach County Park

4800 ft

Park

Encinitas Community Park

1.4 mi

Garden

Butterfly Farms

1.2 mi

Winery

Solterra Winery & Kitchen

1.2 mi

Landmark

Beacon Beach

1.6 mi

Landmark

Swamis Seaside Park

1.0 mi

Gallery

Surf Hut Art Gallery

5000 ft

Farm

Cal Pacific Orchid Farm

1.4 mi

Landmark

Leucadia State Beach

1.2 mi

Beach

Swami's State Beach

1.3 mi

Event hall

Leucadia Roadside Park

1.1 mi

Museum

San Dieguito Heritage Museum at the Heritage Ranch

2.2 mi

Nearby

Beach

Moonlight State Beach

1100 ft

404 W D St

D Street Viewpoint Park

2000 ft

Vulcan Ave. & Encinitas Blvd.

Encinitas Veterans Memorial

1500 ft

Restaurants

Serranos Mexican Food

700 ft

10 Encinitas Blvd

Captain Keno's Restaurant

1400 ft

158 N Coast Highway 101

Ironsmith Coffee

1300 ft

458 S Coast Highway 101

Filiberto's

1700 ft

476 S Coast Highway 101

Raul's Shack

1400 ft

490 S Coast Highway 101

Berry Happy Frozen Yogurt

1400 ft

480 S Coast Highway 101

Encinitas Cafe

1700 ft

531 S Coast Hwy 101

East Village Asian Diner

2100 ft

628 South Coast Highway 101

Angelo's Burgers

2000 ft

608 S Coast Highway 101

The Taco Stand

2200 ft

642 S Coast Highway 101

Juanitas Taco Shop

2400 ft

290 North Coast Highway 101

In-N-Out Burger

4000 ft

130 Calle Magdalena

Getting around

City Centre

Encinitas17 min · 4600 ft

Airports

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)21 min · 8.5 mi

San Diego International Airport (SAN)64 min · 26.4 mi

Train

Coaster Encinitas Station4 min · 1000 ft

Train2 min · 400 ft

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-18:00

Check-out

from 09:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Moonlight Beach Motel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 211 verified reviews

9.1/10

Perfect

93%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Comfort

9.2/10

Facilities

8.7/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Location

9.7/10

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Staff

9.2/10

Value for money

8.7/10

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