Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning

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1661 Villa Cardiff Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
  • Place, Encinitas Community Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Elijo State Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(161 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a 24-hour fitness centre and self parking. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, dry cleaning and laundry facilities.
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar offers 101 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 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 an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Encinitas Community Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort, cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 11 minutes by car from LEGOLAND® California and 5 minutes from Del Mar Racetrack
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar 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 Near Del Mar also features coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.
Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 at the property

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

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
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 751 out of 1043 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1043 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1043 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1043 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1043 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zunilda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff. I would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lexus

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pradit

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Diana or Tyler

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff courteous. Hotel is cleanly kept with neat rooms with good space. Late evening staffer was very welcoming and helpful. Jose was also very helpful and welcoming over the phone prior to our arrival. Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, although took a little while (20+min) to refill empty hot foods trays.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jordi

Service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DUANE, Orange

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Quick friendly checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before and the rooms are roomy and clean. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly, pet friendly, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff, especially the lobby reception in particular Jose were amazing overall. Friendly and professional and went beyond expectation to represent the hotel location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very polite staff. Good location to San Diego Botanic Lightscape
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
my only complaint.......need more towel racks in bath
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is spotless, they are cheerfully cleaning the lobby all day. We would leave for a few hours and come back to a clean and orderly room. Jose at the front desk is delightful, helpful & courteous. Always smiling. This is our 4th time staying here and we will be back, of course. The location in north county cannot be beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

harold andres

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The free breakfast was cool it’s from 6-10 and everyone warmly greets you and the restock it always making sure it’s stocked . The rooms are spacious enough , the pool was nice and mind u it’s December it was heated I think . Honestly to me the best part was the staff they have good customer service will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora and Karl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A big thanks to the Staff and the wonderful friendly service!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025