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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Sports facility
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

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1661 Villa Cardiff Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
  • Place, Encinitas Community Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Elijo State Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff State Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Hearing)

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(151 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

At Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Encinitas Community Park and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Cardiff State Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotel include Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Beach.

What's nearby

  • Encinitas Community Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eli Howard Surf School - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Elijo State Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Swamis Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jorge's Mexicatessen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Waverly Restaurant & Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Plant Power Fast Food - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

Hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA also features coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA offers 101 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area
Holiday Inn Express Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area
Holiday Inn Express Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Encinitas Cardiff Beach Area
Holiday Inn Express Encinitas Cardiff Beach Area
Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA?

As of 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA on 6 Jan 2026 start from AU$188.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA?

Yep, Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA?

The closest beach to Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA is Del Mar Beach (6.8 km).

Does Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA have a pool?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA has an outdoor pool.

Does Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests are hooked on the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA?

No, Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Reviews

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 748 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1046 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David, Dallas

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana, Long Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has a fantastic location, just a short drive to the 5 freeway and only about 4 minutes from to the beach. Plus, their breakfast is truly impressive, a lovely spread that really adds to the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, my kids really enjoyed the hot chocolate and enjoyed it in the lobby lounge are
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very friendly. Free breakfast fairly good. A/C insufficient. Worst was the lack of lighting in the room PLUS the lights in the room turn off by themselves and you have to take action of some kind to get them back on. Terrible!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that there was an amenities around the area a gas stations food and the staff was excellent. Very great service. and the rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandace

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Convenient location

Friendly staff. Especially breakfast staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They charge $20.00 extra for one car parking👎.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosaura

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

Excelente

I was very happy with the hotel and the service. It was clean and every body were very nice, from the reception to the ladies that serve the breakfast and one of the cleaning ladies when we left were very nice. Excelente place I will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benedikt

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and a short drive to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness

Good value

Good value, good breakfast. We missed no towel bars in the bathroom, the beds were very squeaky and there was no pen in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandace

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome, and very clean. The complimentary breakfast was great, staff were super friendly. There is also a Mexican restaurant next door that was delicious and conveniently located next to a gas station. Right off of the freeway, and only 10 minutes from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Muriel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was lovely but there is a STRONG smell of damp/ mould in the reception area and corridor. I was quite shocked that the staff is having to work in these conditions. I asked to change room to the most distant part of the hotel away from reception as I am sensitive to mould. I had booked 2 nights x 2 but cancelled my second booking right away. We also had little ants on the bedside table on the second day, none in the beds as I spotted them once my kids were sleeping, I didn’t ask to move again, but needless to say I was happy to be checking out! Location is not good, and very noisy to hang out by the pool because of the highway 5. On the plus side the beds, pillows and bedding were comfortable and bathroom / shower was good. But I wouldn’t return because of the smell of mould.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fabulous. The 2 ladies working in assisting guests with breakfast were so helpful. The location was far better than I imagined. I was a 4 minute drive to so many places that I needed to get to. Thank you so much for have noon as a check out time. Hotels are getting stricter in addition to skyrocketing rates. Allowing my dog to stay was another reason I stayed here. Delicious breakfast, hospitable staff and near parks, beaches and food, you can't ask for more. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025