Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

Photo gallery for Moonlight Beach Motel

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Single Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 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

Similar properties

About this property

Moonlight Beach Motel

Motel in Encinitas with free parking
This smoke-free motel features a garden, barbecues 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 features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided.

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

Our customers tell us that 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 location and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Moonlight State Beach and 14 minutes on 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 transport

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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-authorise 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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 393 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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Anne Marie, Pomona

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

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was very nice and spacious, but the ac) heating unit was junk. Very hard to use.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Amazing place. Clean, roomy and wonderful bed. I liked the strong water pressure in the shower. Had a balcony with view of the ocean/beach. One block from the beach. Cafes and restaurants within a block. Shopping all within walking distance. Will stay here again when visiting Encinitas and San Diego area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Bloomfield

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

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

Tina, Tucson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori

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

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lizbeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Brooke

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
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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024