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Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Moonlight State Beach

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Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 409
SAR 450 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Kitchenette | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
TV
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Kitchenette | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 4 min walk
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 17 min walk
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 20 min walk
  • Leucadia State Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gelato 101 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Motel near Moonlight State Beach
Moonlight Beach Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Moonlight Beach Motel boast perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Moonlight Beach Motel Motel
Moonlight Beach Motel Encinitas
Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Encinitas

Frequently asked questions

Is Moonlight Beach Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Moonlight Beach Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moonlight Beach Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Beacon Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Self Realization Fellowship are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 396 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sunset views, clean room, newly renovated, old building that is well-maintained, comfy new beds & sheets, convenient to beach & restaurants & shops, easy free parking. Would stay here again at the discounted rate.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dann

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a great place to stay. Close to the beach and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURA Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for what we needed as a family of four with two little kids. Main room had nice kitchenette with queen bed, adjoining room had a door that closes and two twin beds. Rooms were clean, parking was easy, walking distance to playground and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the ocean view and the walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Candice

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cold nights and only sheets on the bed with a thin blanket. Couldn’t get the heat to turn on. Window lock was taped shut so window couldn’t be opened in case of an emergency.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1 minute walk to Moonlight beach and 5 minutes to downtown Encinitas! Comfortable beds and sizable room. Great staff too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only thing to note was the train noise at night. Other than that, I loved my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No title
Great little hotel very nice clean staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our favorite place to stay when we visit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Anne Marie

It was a good deal and convenient for what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff, clean facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean / beach just a few steps away!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is Amazing!!
Excellent location, walk to everything. Barely needed our car. Amazing view of Moonlight Beach from our room. Gorgeous sunrise and sunsets from our balcony. Large rooms, clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, very walkable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Moonlight Beach
We have been staying here for over 40 years and we love it!! Close to the beach, shopping and many choices for food. The staff was great, they went above and beyond to help our stay be the best.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for the price, the woman at the front desk was really helpful and nice, and the location cannot be beat. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Catarino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful small motel with easy access to Moonlight Beach. Great beds. Generous size room with balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay often and love it. The AC didn't work though and I really wish they had sheer curtains also to let light into the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorra Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. However, there is no staff no maid service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanti Living

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location! Used to live in Encinitas and this was a great place that is centrally located to the downtown area and walking distance from beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024