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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Moonlight State Beach

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Suite, Ocean View
Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View | View from room
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
142 Chesterfield Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
  • San Elijo State Beach
    5 min walk
  • Eli Howard Surf School
    8 min walk
  • Cardiff State Beach
    9 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ocean View

Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Hampton by Hilton Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (1011)
The price is CA $312
per night
CA $343 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Hampton by Hilton Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Oceanside stay.At this Cardiff-by-the-Sea B&B, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Moonlight State Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Del Mar Beach. Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Fairgrounds are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 5 min drive
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 6 min drive
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 7 min drive
  • Del Mar Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Confessional by The Lost Abbey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Coast Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3-star B&B near Moonlight State Beach
As a guest of Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cardiff-by-the-Sea bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For more details, 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.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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 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
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
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 credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 665 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 665 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 665 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 665 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 665 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculant hotel overall— room, patio, walkways, etc. best beds we have had away from home in years. Staff very professional, helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located just a few minutes walk from the beach. The area has a laid back feel to it which we enjoyed. Lots of dining options within a 5 minute walk too. The hotel is fairly basic overall but clean and comfortable. You can get complimentary muffins and freshly made healthy juices in the morning which is a nice touch. There are no coffee/tea making facilities in the room so you have to go down to the lobby to get one. The lobby has this convoluted coffee machine that takes forever to produce half a cup so you end up having to do it twice to get a coffee! A pot of drip coffee would be a great addition for the morning rush of guests. However there is a nice little hipster coffee shop right across the street if you want to go buy your own which I ended up doing. There is a rooftop patio which is great for watching the sunset over the ocean. There's a mixture of seating up there but it would be great if they had some loungers to relax on as well as the wicker seats.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely and the staff were accommodating we had a shower issue and reported it at 11am by 5 a plumber came and fixed it. Sheets could be nicer but room size and comfort overall were good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner blows right on you above the bed. The fridge was really loud. I had to leave because I felt uncomfortable and unsafe and went to stay with a friend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a great spot with a Beach vibe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
LIKED...Bob hotel manager, killer water view on rooftop garden, close to downtown cardiff and beach, lovely recent renovation, continental breakfast, nice bed...DISLIKED ...pricey for a 3 star bed and breakfast, loud wedding party right above our room, no elevator. Would stay here again tho due to super location and convenience factor as we have family in the neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
views room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for beach access. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kortnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shinin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our Stay
Beautiful Place, Amazing View, Clean, and Amazing customer service. On our first night we couldn't get much sleep due to the crowd next door. We were hoping it would die down but it got louder into the night and didn't quiet down tell after 2:30am. The second night was much quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kuniyo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did an amazing job creating such a nice place. Pro: Roof top, Prosecco when we arrived, muffin & healthy juice in the morning, decoration in the room, record player, walk to beach. However, we were sad we got 1st floor room, very dark room with only one window facing corridor. If we open the curtain, there is no privacy. So we had to close it but it’s so dark. I would suggest to add more lighting in these room. And it had old motel type of smell even though the room is very clean. It’s pity because they did amazing job everything else to elevate your stay. Receptionist lady was super nice. Still recommend this pace but get upstairs room ;)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woke up every morning and took a walk to the beach which is about 2 blocks. Comfy bed and beautiful room. The staff was friendly. There is a few for parking but i was able to find street parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem! Clean, quiet, tastefully decorated rooms. The upper deck is awesome. Only complaint is we only stayed one night and didn't get to enjoy it enough. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Cardiff by the Sea Lodge. The recently upgraded property is beautiful and clean. Our king bedroom had pretty decor and even though we were on the first floor near the lobby, it was quiet. The bathroom cabinetry had intricate wood carvings, the shower had decorative tile and we had nice, hot showers. We liked the comfortable bathrobes, and having a record player in the room was a nice novelty. We also liked that we could walk to the beach, restaurants and a coffee shop nearby. The best part was the rooftop area. We enjoyed beautiful views of the ocean! Also, they delivered complimentary juice and muffins to our room in the morning. Check out our travel video on our YouTube channel: @SweetlifeofSisters or click the link: https://youtu.be/i_uvHU8RBHY?si=rEK0l5S6aM83_b5G We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Very good location three blocks walkable to the beach. Relatively quiet at night considering the location is right next to a bar and over an alleyway in back. Rooms are comfortable but minimalist only one chair with cushion in the room. Basic breakfast, two Costco muffins and watermelon juice. Staff was available but not friendly did not greet you first did not ask how things were going, were not able to offer suggestions for restaurants ornearby activities. Housekeeping staff Adriana was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel in the area by far!
I’ve stayed in many hotels in the Del Mar to Encinitas stretch of coast and this was the best! From the smiling welcome, the complimentary Prosecco, the large, newly decorated lovely room and all the other nice touches, this was an outstanding stay. Great location too. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024