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Pet-Friendly Hotels in Encinitas

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Encinitas on Hotels.com. These Encinitas Pet-Friendly Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 20 October 2026.

A snack and beverage area with a 'Treats' sign, shelves stocked with snacks, and a beverage dispenser.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large window.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and various food and drink dispensers.

A clear swimming pool with a diving board and lounge chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and modern buildings.

1. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

R2 360

R2 596 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

A dining area with a table set for two, a television mounted on the wall, and a painting above the table.

A building with a hanging flower basket, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

2. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia

R1 626

R1 789 total

includes taxes & fees

03 Nov - 04 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.

An aerial view of a parking lot with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and shaded by umbrellas.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. There is a window with a view of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a reception desk, a sofa, and a small table.

3. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Downtown Encinitas

R1 823

R2 006 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

4. Twelve Senses Retreat

Encinitas

R6 732

R7 439 total

includes taxes & fees

03 Nov - 04 Nov

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.

A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

5. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach

R2 162

R3 109 total

includes taxes & fees

08 Nov - 09 Nov

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.

6. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach

R1 661

R1 864 total

includes taxes & fees

01 Nov - 02 Nov

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed, and a chair.

A balcony with a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a wooden ceiling.

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, beach access, and a view of the ocean.

7. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Encinitas

R6 758

R8 422 total

includes taxes & fees

08 Nov - 09 Nov

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

R1 691

R1 897 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A water park with multiple slides and a pool.

A spacious balcony with a view of a cityscape at sunset, furnished with wicker chairs and a table.

A spacious room with a modern chandelier, a large arched window, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a central fountain, palm trees, and a well-lit courtyard.

9. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Aviara

R5 749

R7 748 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

R2 416

R2 727 total

includes taxes & fees

08 Nov - 09 Nov

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a golf course, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A well-maintained garden with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A resort with a large pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

A couple sitting by a fire pit with string lights, surrounded by patterned cushions and yellow flowers.

11. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

La Costa

R4 060

R5 619 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a bowl of greens, and a water glass.

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a pathway, and a building with a tiled roof.

A yoga studio with a large glass door, allowing natural light to enter.

12. Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

Aviara

R10 677

R12 863 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the landscape.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

13. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch

R2 915

R3 705 total

includes taxes & fees

03 Nov - 04 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A pool area with a blue pool, white chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A 6 Motel with a 'Welcome' sign, a 'Tow Away' sign, and a number '6117' on the building.

A reception area with a counter, a bulletin board, and a clock on the wall.

14. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center

R1 068

R1 196 total

includes taxes & fees

01 Nov - 02 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and well-maintained lawns.

An aerial view of a large building with multiple roofs, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.

A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.

15. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

City Center

R2 144

R2 776 total

includes taxes & fees

01 Nov - 02 Nov

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

A bathroom with a round white sink, a mirror, and a window.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach

R946

R1 091 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, colorful chairs, a coffee bar, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center

R2 346

R2 627 total

includes taxes & fees

08 Nov - 09 Nov

A modern hotel with a landscaped garden, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

A well-lit outdoor patio area with a curved seating arrangement, surrounded by palm trees and a small water feature.

A spacious hotel corridor with large windows, a patterned carpet, and modern lighting fixtures.

A bar area with a variety of seating options including round tables and bar stools, a bar counter with a display of bottles, and a patterned floor.

18. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Del Mar Heights

R2 499

R2 843 total

includes taxes & fees

03 Nov - 04 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas, overlooking a swimming pool and a building with multiple balconies.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a view of a pool, and a building in the background.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

R2 220

R2 513 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

20. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara

R1 986

R2 248 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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A sunset over a calm sea with surfers in the water.

A wooden staircase leading down to a beach with a sunset in the background.

A beach with a sunset sky, waves, and a distant shoreline.

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.

A sunset over a calm sea with vibrant red and orange hues in the sky.

Leucadia

Encinitas's Leucadia neighbourhood is known for its beaches and restaurants, and entices visitors with attractions, including Leucadia State Beach and Grandview Surf Beach.

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a sunset.

Downtown Encinitas

Encinitas's Downtown Encinitas neighbourhood is home to attractions, such as Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach.

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A coastal landscape with cliffs and a sunset over the ocean.

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A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.

Moonlight State Beach

9.2/10 (544 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Moonlight State Beach, located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Beacon Beach located nearby.

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A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.

San Diego Botanic Garden

9.0/10 (151 reviews)

San Diego Botanic Garden is worth a visit, located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is full of friendly people and that it has lots of nice beaches.

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Leucadia State Beach

9.4/10 (161 reviews)

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Leucadia State Beach, located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach and Beacon Beach, both within a short walk.

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Swamis Beach

9.2/10 (171 reviews)

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Swamis Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at San Elijo State Beach, just a short walk away.

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A beach at sunset with waves and a pink sky.

South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, South Ponto Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Encinitas. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Grandview Surf Beach located nearby.

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Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

9.0/10 (96 reviews)

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, just one of the family attractions in central Encinitas? Hotels.com travellers also say the area is full of friendly people and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, you'll love Del Mar Fairgrounds and Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center, both located nearby.

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Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

7.6/10 (44 reviews)

You might want to practise your swing at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, a golf course located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Encinitas. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is family-friendly and that it has lots of nice beaches. If Encinitas Ranch Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and The Crossings at Carlsbad are also nearby.

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Grandview Surf Beach

9.0/10 (92 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Grandview Surf Beach, located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from central Encinitas. Catch the sunset by the shore at Leucadia State Beach, just a short walk away.

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About the destination

Encinitas is a walkable location known for its beaches. Enjoy the seafood restaurants and cafes or perhaps you'll want to book an excursion during your stay. Nature lovers can visit San Elijo State Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon. Popular sights in the surrounding area include LEGOLAND® California.

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