3 Star Hotel

Cardiff By The Sea Lodge

142 Chesterfield Drive, Encinitas, CA, United States View Map

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Cardiff By The Sea Lodge

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Located in the coastal community of Cardiff by the Sea, Cardiff By The Sea Lodge features a rooftop terrace with views of the Pacific Ocean. All rooms have a private entrance and soundproofing. Cardiff State Beach is 5 minutes’ walk away. A refrigerator, a cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer are included in each individually decorated and spacious room at Cardiff Lodge. Select rooms have ocean views. Guests can enjoy Snorkeling on the offshore reefs and surfing at the beaches nearby the property. San Elijo Lagoon wetlands is 1 mi away. San Diego International Airport is 45 minutes’ drive away.

198 Reviews

8.8Very Good

What Guests Say

  • “It was close to the ocean and we could walk to many restaurants. There is an outdoor roof area that is wonderful.”
  • “Location ocean view. Pretty spacious room. Clean. Easy parking. Friendly staff. Bar and grill right next door.”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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King Suite with Ocean View1/4

King Suite with Ocean View

377 sqft • 1 King

  • Sea view
  • Toiletries
ADA Accessible King 1/4

ADA Accessible King

280 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible room
  • Accessible toilet
  • Accessible vanities
Deluxe King Room1/4

Deluxe King Room

302 sqft • 1 King, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Closet
King Room - Disability Access1/4

King Room - Disability Access

280 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible room
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds1/4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

280 sqft • 2 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Closet
Ocean View Fireplace King1/4

Ocean View Fireplace King

1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Desk
  • Exterior corridor

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    What Guests Loved

    8.8
    Very Good

    Based on 198 reviews

    Pros +

    • It was close to the ocean and we could walk to many restaurants. There is an outdoor roof area that is wonderful.
    • Location ocean view. Pretty spacious room. Clean. Easy parking. Friendly staff. Bar and grill right next door.
    • Beautiful spacious rooms and a roof terrace that is to dream of.

    Cons -

    • Breakfast included was a joke. We got a nice muffin at the lobby. The coffee was not good. They only had 2 tea choices. The juice was either a thick green or a thick orange concoction. Yuck. The room does not provide a coffee machine nor a microwave.
    • No complaints.
    • The outdoor bar next door was quite noisy from midday until 9pm.
    8DianePosted on: 3-22-2025

    It was close to the ocean and we could walk to many restaurants. There is an outdoor roof area that is wonderful.

    Breakfast included was a joke. We got a nice muffin at the lobby. The coffee was not good. They only had 2 tea choices. The juice was either a thick green or a thick orange concoction. Yuck. The room does not provide a coffee machine nor a microwave.

    10PatrickPosted on: 1-29-2025

    Location ocean view. Pretty spacious room. Clean. Easy parking. Friendly staff. Bar and grill right next door.

    No complaints.

    9CorneliaPosted on: 9-18-2024

    Beautiful spacious rooms and a roof terrace that is to dream of.

    The outdoor bar next door was quite noisy from midday until 9pm.

    10NataliePosted on: 4-15-2022

    Great location, cute rooms and wonderful service from the staff. They give you actual keys not the card to swipe. Oh and free parking!

    Concierge leaves at 10

    10AlexiaPosted on: 2-12-2020

    The hotel is located in a lovely area surrounded by local shops, restaurants and bars. You can see and smell the ocean and the rooms are very generously sized. The staff here is very warm and friendly. It felt like home!

    8ZacharyPosted on: 3-8-2018

    The hotel/lodge is in a great location in terms of beach access, shopping and restaurants. Easy access to Pacific Coast Hwy and I-5. This is a quaint hotel property with individualized rooms. Preparing for needed updating and renovation.

    Our room was very nice. The high entry into large tub/shower is a problem for anyone with a disability or elderly clients. There are safety bars, but I a bit difficult and potentially dangerous. Owners need to take into account for planned upgrades.

    1RubinPosted on: 7-12-2017

    fantastic location .. good breakfast

    air conditioner did not work properly, I did not sleep the last night of my stay .. 95 degrees in the room

    10NancyPosted on: 11-13-2016

    LOVED THE LOCATION (ONLY 2 BLOCKS FROM THE BEACH AND THE VIEWS OF THE OCEAN FROM THE ROOF TOP WERE PERFECT. ALL THE WORKERS WERE VERY HELPFUL AND THE FRONT DESK STAFF WERE EXCELLENT. A VERY SMALL HOTEL BUT SO PERFECT. BREAKFAST WAS SIMPLE BUT GOOD.

    BATHROOM WASN'T ENTIRELY CLOSED. GRANDMA STYLE ROOM DECOR BUT I LOVED IT. NO ROOMS HAVE 2 BEDS JUST A SOFA BED.

    8TimothyPosted on: 9-6-2018

    Size

    Check in was slow and painful. There is no signage to direct you to the parking.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-28-2016

    This hotel has a sweet little charm about it and of course it's so close to the beach.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Professional cleaning services

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Managed by a private host

    Location

    Cardiff By The Sea Lodge

    142 Chesterfield Drive, Encinitas, CA

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