Moonlight Beach Motel

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December 2024

January 2025

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Parking included

Free WiFi

Explore the area

233 2nd St, Encinitas, CA, 92024

Moonlight State Beach
4 min walk
Beacon Beach
14 min walk
Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
17 min walk
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
17 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Kitchenette

Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room, Kitchenette

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Partial ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Partial ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Parking included

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Motel in Encinitas with free parking

This smoke-free motel features a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.

Moonlight Beach Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Moonlight Beach Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Moonlight State Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.

Free WiFi
Free self parking
Amenities include a terrace
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
Just a 4-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach and 14 minutes by foot from Beacon Beach

Moonlight Beach Motel offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Encinitas motel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Heating

Bathroom

Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Towels

Entertainment

32-inch TV
TV channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini fridge

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

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Moonlight Beach Motel Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel Encinitas

Moonlight Beach Motel Motel Encinitas

Moonlight Beach Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Bloomfield

Travelled with group

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ocean / beach just a few steps away!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dann

7 Sept 2024

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

Anthony

6 Sept 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

5 Sept 2024

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

Tina, Tucson

Travelled with family

4 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was a great location. It was like a 3 to 4 minute walk to the beach. The room was very clean and had a great view. I would definitely come back.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family

9 Aug 2024

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

Angela

Travelled with family

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty

26 Jul 2024

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lizbeth

26 Jul 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan

Travelled with family

25 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

19 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, helpful staff, clean facility.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This hotel has the friendliest staff. They really make you feel at home.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner

15 Jul 2024

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

Nicholas

14 Jul 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

12 Jul 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

9 Jul 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

8 Jul 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanford

4 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely gem overlooking the ocean.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gelena

27 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Only a couple of blocks from the beach - can’t beat this location at this price! The place has everything you need for a comfy stay. Lots of cafes and restaurants in walking distance. Will come back here again 👍

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller

24 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful getaway spot

I stayed here to do in depth research and writing. the room was comfortable and roomy, the staff was incredibly helpful, and the location near the ocean was soothing. i loved my stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024