Escape to Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, near Del Mar Racetrack and Moonlight State Beach. Guests can unwind in the garden, connect with WiFi, and take advantage of beach umbrellas and towels for a day at the beach.
142 Chesterfield Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
What's nearby
Cardiff State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Moonlight State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Del Mar Racetrack - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
Del Mar Beach - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Del Mar Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 14 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 28 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 29 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 31 min drive
Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Carl's Jr. - 3 min drive
El Pueblo Mexican Food - 17 min walk
Sushi Lounge Encinitas - 4 min drive
Plant Power Fast Food - 4 min drive
Las Olas - 14 min walk
About this property
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
At Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and surfing/body boarding. Also, Del Mar Beach and Torrey Pines Golf Course are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
17 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (USD 20.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1990
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Parking
Covered self-parking costs USD 20.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Lodge
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Lodge B&B
Cardiff Sea Lodge Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Cardiff Sea Lodge
Cardiff By The Sea Hotel Cardiff By The Sea
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Bed & breakfast
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Bed & breakfast Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Frequently asked questions
Does Cardiff by the Sea Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cardiff by the Sea Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 20.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and body boarding, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge also has a garden.
What's the area around Cardiff by the Sea Lodge like?
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is in the heart of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, a short 5-minute walk from San Elijo State Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Swamis Beach.
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Reviews
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Eco-friendliness
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property offers excellent beach access and stunning ocean views from the rooms and rooftop area. (14 reviews)
Complimentary juice and muffins were a lovely breakfast treat delivered to guests' rooms. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions
Room
Location
Service staff
View
Beach
Bed
Ocean
Ocean view
Ambience
Rooftops
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2025
This place is a gem!
Veronica
Veronica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jun 2025
It was cozy and clean and great location and great customer service
Artin
Artin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jun 2025
Charming place
Mark
Mark, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2025
This place is wonderful, would definitely stay here again. Good teas/coffee in lobby, tasty breakfast (warm muffin & fresh juice). SUPER comfy bed, cute decor.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
Clean facility, welcoming staff, great upstairs patio. A wonderful address in Encinitas.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2025
Wonderful hotel
Just lovely. Beautiful area and friendly staff. Roof deck is really cool
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2025
We loved the friendliness of the staff and the delivery of juice and muffins each morning!
Jan
Jan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2025
The staff was fantastic!!!Liked IVY checking in on us. Location was perfect
Patty
Patty, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2024
Great place to stay!
DeAnna
DeAnna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Everything was great and special thanks to Catherine and Isabel, who helped us many times at the front desk.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 May 2025
Staff was friendly and welcoming from check in to check out. The light breakfast (muffin & fresh pressed juice) was a lovely touch. You can sign out nice beach chairs and towels too which was convenient! Beds and pillows are comfy, linens clean and fresh. Older hotel that’s been recently renovated - only negative is the slow drain in the sink & toilet. Would stay again for sure.
Kayla
Kayla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
Just a great spot with a Beach vibe
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Great location and staff. Very clean.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
We really enjoyed our stay here. Will definitely be back! The muffins & juice in the morning were also such a nice treat. Thank you !
Dannica
Dannica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Beautiful property and gorgeous view! Bella at the front desk was so great getting us checked in and showing us your room. We will definitely be back!
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
Great customer seevice
Good location
Fredda
Fredda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
Great location for beach access. Very friendly staff.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Jul 2025
Quiet and cute but not very private
It was quiet and the room was nicely remodeled. The floor was a bit dirty, so my feet got some dirt on the sheets. And I asked if I could upgrade my room, the gentleman said it would cost $80 more but I felt over $300 was already steep for one night. The worst part was right outside my window was an open staircase to the alley. The gate is at the top of the stairs and there is a landing directly outside my window. I didn’t feel very safe traveling solo.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
Had a very peaceful stay— will definitely visit again in the future♥️
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jun 2024
The rooms are beautiful along with excellent customer service. Quick walk to the beach lots of restaurants nearby.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2025
Cool
tracy
tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2024
A real positive, enjoyable experience. Friendly, informative staff
Darren
Darren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Great spot,excellent staff beautiful views, fresh muffons amd juice in am. Walking distance to evertthing would definitely return!
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
Room was awesome and the staff very friendly
Walking distance to ocean and local restaurants and bars
Surfers paradise
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
One of my favorite hotels that I’ve stayed at! Amazing decor, excellent location, and the best rooftop in town. So happy I stayed here to celebrate my moms 60th! I can’t wait to come back, highly recommend