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Moonlight Beach Motel

9.0/ 10Recommended
·Motels
Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningFamily roomsBBQ facilitiesSoundproof roomsFacilities for disabled guestsAll 30 facilities +
Review
Official

Enjoy ocean views from the terrace and garden of this Encinitas motel, just a short stroll from Moonlight State Beach. Make use of complimentary Wi-Fi, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. The 24 air-conditioned rooms feature microwaves, cable TV, coffee/tea makers, and desks. Free self-parking is available onsite, and the front desk is staffed during limited hours. Nearby attractions include the San Diego Botanic Garden, Swamis Beach, and the Encinitas Ranch Golf Course. Carlsbad (CLD) is the nearest airport.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-22

Guests praise the unbeatable location near beaches/shops, spacious clean rooms, and friendly staff. Main complaints include train noise disrupting sleep, outdated facilities/bathroom layouts, and inconsistent housekeeping for long stays affecting value perception.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.8
Surroundings9.6
Service9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Rooms9.2
Facilities9.1
Value9.0
Wi-Fi8.5
PraisedUnbeatable location near beach and dining · Spacious and clean rooms · Friendly and helpful staff · Great ocean views
ComplaintsLoud and frequent train noise · Poor soundproofing · Aging facilities or maintenance issues · Inconsistent housekeeping service

KEYIdeal for convenience seekers. Noise-sensitive guests should beware; long-stay visitors must confirm cleaning frequency.

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