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

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About the Hotel

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

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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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room Balcony Sea View

Max:

4 persons

39 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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King Room Partial Sea View Balcony

Max:

2 persons

39 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Family Suite

Max:

6 persons

39 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Garden view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Encinitas 1.4 km

Airports

McClellan-Palomar (CLD) 13.6 km

San Diego International (SAN) 42.5 km

Train

Coaster Encinitas Station300 m

Train100 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel 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

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

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

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

Map view

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

City landmarks

Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden

2.1 km

Garden

Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

1.7 km

Library

Encinitas Library

830 m

150 Encinitas Blvd

Lazy Acres

600 m

Store

Soulscape Gift & Book Store

810 m

Park

Cottonwood Creek Park

870 m

340 S El Portal St

Stonesteps

1.0 km

Museum

San Dieguito Heritage Museum

1.8 km

Public Building

Encinitas City Hall

700 m

1105 South Coast Highway 101

Hansen Surfboards

1.3 km

Shopping Area

The Lumberyard

820 m

Church

Self-Realization Fellowship Encinitas Temple

1.7 km

Encinitas

Paul Ecke Sports Park

910 m

Shopping Area

Encinitas 101

850 m

482 Orpheus Ave

Orpheus Park

960 m

Encinitas Beach County Park

1.4 km

Park

Encinitas Community Park

2.3 km

Garden

Butterfly Farms

1.9 km

Winery

Solterra Winery & Kitchen

2.0 km

Corner of Neptune and Leucadia Blvd. Parking overlooking the ocean

Beacon Beach

2.6 km

Swamis Seaside Park

1.6 km

Gallery

Surf Hut Art Gallery

1.5 km

Farm

Cal Pacific Orchid Farm

2.2 km

948 Neptune Ave

Leucadia State Beach

2.0 km

Beach

Swami's State Beach

2.1 km

Event hall

Leucadia Roadside Park

1.8 km

Museum

San Dieguito Heritage Museum at the Heritage Ranch

3.5 km

Nearby

Beach

Moonlight State Beach

330 m

404 W D St

D Street Viewpoint Park

590 m

Vulcan Ave. & Encinitas Blvd.

Encinitas Veterans Memorial

440 m

Restaurants

Serranos Mexican Food

200 m

10 Encinitas Blvd

Captain Keno's Restaurant

420 m

158 N Coast Highway 101

Ironsmith Coffee

380 m

458 S Coast Highway 101

Filiberto's

490 m

476 S Coast Highway 101

Raul's Shack

410 m

490 S Coast Highway 101

Berry Happy Frozen Yogurt

410 m

480 S Coast Highway 101

Encinitas Cafe

500 m

531 S Coast Hwy 101

East Village Asian Diner

620 m

628 South Coast Highway 101

Angelo's Burgers

600 m

608 S Coast Highway 101

The Taco Stand

650 m

642 S Coast Highway 101

Juanitas Taco Shop

710 m

290 North Coast Highway 101

In-N-Out Burger

1.2 km

130 Calle Magdalena

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

stunning views

friendly staff

pricey

limited amenities

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.3

Service

9.3

Dining

7.7

Laura

United States, November 2023

8.4/10

What a wonderful stay! The hotel is right near the beach and surrounded by lovely restaurants. My room was super clean and cozy, and the staff was extremely friendly. The only downside was the limited breakfast options, but overall, a great experience.

Rooms

9.0

The room was clean and cozy with a full kitchen.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the beach and in the heart of the action.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent with artisanal bread but could have more variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great amenities for a comfortable stay.

Adrian

United States, September 2023

9.0/10

This hotel is a gem! The rooms are kept very clean and offer stunning views. The service is top-notch, and the location is unbeatable near the beach and restaurants. I enjoyed a delightful dining experience with tasty grilled fish. The facilities were impressive overall.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with a full kitchen were kept very clean and offered stunning views.

Service

9.0

I received excellent service throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, very close to the beach and surrounded by great restaurants.

Dining

8.0

I savored a delicious meal with perfectly grilled fish.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities exceeded my expectations.

William

United States, April 2023

9.0/10

I loved my stay at this hotel! The stunning views from the room with a kitchenette were amazing, and the towels provided were a nice touch. The kitchenette was so convenient for making snacks. However, the price might be a bit high for some travelers, but it was definitely worth it for the value you get.

Rooms

9.0

The room with a kitchenette was excellent, offering stunning views.

Service

10.0

The service was top-notch, and the staff was very attentive.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located just down the hill, making it easy to access the beach and nearby restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb, especially the hot waffles provided.