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Leucadia Beach Inn

Stay at Leucadia Beach Inn, a 4.5⭐ motel in Encinitas with colorful rooms, kitchenettes, free Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly amenities. Close to LEGOLAND and beaches.

1322 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, United States View on map
9/10
Exceptional Based on 266 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Charming coastal motel with convenient amenities

Guests appreciate the inn's friendly service, great location near beaches and eateries, and clean, comfortable rooms with kitchenettes. Some note noise from nearby streets and limited Wi-Fi, but overall value and local vibe stand out.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating host and staff
  • Clean, cozy rooms with comfortable beds and kitchenettes
  • Excellent location within walking distance to the beach, cafes, and dining options
  • Quiet atmosphere after evening hours despite a busy nearby street
  • Pet-friendly and family-friendly environment

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms face a busy street and nearby restaurant, which can cause noise until around 9 pm
  • Wi-Fi signal can be weak in certain rooms and may not support heavy streaming or remote work
  • Lack of ventilation in some rooms requires windows to be kept partially open
  • No on-site pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle service
  • Classic motel style—no luxury resort amenities but well-maintained and thoughtfully managed

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a quaint, affordable coastal stay with a local, laid-back vibe
  • Those who want easy access to nearby beaches, surf spots, and local dining
  • Families and pet owners looking for convenient kitchen facilities in rooms
  • Travelers valuing personalized service over upscale hotel amenities
  • Guests interested in exploring Encinitas and nearby attractions like LEGOLAND and botanical gardens
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About this property

Welcome to Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn is a 1920s hacienda-style motel located on North Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas, offering bright, colorful rooms equipped with kitchenettes. The property provides practical amenities including free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, and accessibility features, making it suitable for families, pet owners, and travelers who appreciate self-catering options. While there is no pool or fitness center, the motel maintains a smoke-free environment and welcomes guests with a laid-back atmosphere.

Situated near popular local spots like Beacon’s Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon, the inn serves as a comfortable base for visitors interested in the area’s surf culture and outdoor activities. Reviews often highlight the motel’s convenient location with easy access to various eateries, coffee shops, and the beach. Some guests note occasional noise from the busy street and neighboring businesses, though most agree that the evenings tend to be quiet and restful.

Guest feedback praises the cleanliness and upkeep of the rooms, as well as the helpfulness of the staff. The presence of kitchenettes allows for simple meal preparation, favored by those who prefer dining in or managing dietary needs independently. However, some reviewers mention that Wi-Fi connectivity can be weak in certain rooms, which might not suit visitors needing robust internet for work or streaming.

Travelers looking to explore nearby attractions will find LEGOLAND California, San Diego Botanic Garden, and Moonlight State Beach within reasonable driving distance. The motel is accessible from several airports, with San Diego International Airport approximately a 30-minute drive away. Overall, Leucadia Beach Inn appeals to guests seeking practical, well-maintained accommodations close to the ocean and local amenities, without the frills of a full-service resort.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Kitchen in all rooms
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

CA
Catherine Allen Apr 11, 2026
10

A great gem of a family owned motel in an excellent location. My darling room (#3) had a double bed, and kitchenette with sink (which doubled as a bathroom sink). The owner was nice and lent me a beach chair and towel. I won’t lie - the motel is on a busy street and some rooms back up to the neighboring taco restaurant - it can be loud. But by 9 pm both nights, it was totally quiet and peaceful all night. Also, weak WIFI in my room - may not be suitable for remote work or a lot of streaming. I’d still 100% stay there again.

SH
Shelly Huckaby Mar 18, 2026
10

This was our 3rd stay at Leucadia Beach Inn! This is a comfortable, clean, accommodation that is very near many local eateries/coffee shops and a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed morning walks to cafes and evening walks to the beach to watch the sunset. The gentleman that oversees the place is extremely friendly. The room has a kitchenette. We highly recommend staying here and we will always rebook when we return to the area.

EE
Eric Edelman Feb 27, 2026
10

Excellent place. Fantastic location. Awesome service. Great value and super clean. It's obvious the proprietors take pride in both the maintenance of the buildings and the cleanliness of the rooms. It isn't a high end resort style place, but if you're looking to spend some time in the area, and soak in the local flavor, this place is perfect. It's only a half mile to the beach and super close to lots of great restaurants. Highly recommend!

SC
Slik Chik Feb 04, 2026
10

This is such a great place to stay. It's close to the ocean, pet friendly, and I love the local vibes. The rooms are clean and the towels and linens smell amazing! I'd like to know their secret. :) The staff is very friendly and most helpful. Thanks Mark!

AS
Arwin Shrestha Feb 02, 2026
10

Great location, friendly staff and an amazing bed to sleep on. Couldn't ask for more, and at a great price! Highly recommend.

LD
Lisa Dornisch Jan 21, 2026
10

I just returned from a very enjoyable four night stay at the Inn, which is in a great location, walking distance to many places to eat/drink/shop. Mark was an accommodating host from start to finish. We had a very comfortable and CLEAN room that included a convenient kitchenette, and although we did not cook, we enjoyed preparing our breakfast in the room and eating in the pleasant courtyard, which was just a VERY short walk from our room, which was tucked away in the "new" wing of the building. The bed in our room was quite comfortable, although the pillow was too firm and tall for me, but of course that is just personal preference! We did not use the air conditioning unit nor the provided space heater; I enjoy fresh air, so opening the windows was delightful. The shower had plenty of hot water and a very decent flow. We had a great downstairs room, and although there was some noise from upstairs, it was certainly nothing extraordinary to be noted. Although you can hear the train as it goes by, it does not run (or blow its whistle?) in the wee hours, and it is not so loud that the place rumbles or conversation is interrupted or anything like that. We just heard it going by! I look forward to returning and highly recommend the Leucadia Beach Inn!

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paige Dec 28, 2025
8.0

This little place is adorable. Don’t set your expectations too high and you will love it. The front desk was very helpful at check in and showed us around. We had a queen w small kitchenette. The location is a short drive from Encinitas. One very convenient amenity is a small grocery next to the inn. This made it easy to get what you needed for your stay. Many dining options close. This was a very basic room and while it had some nice touches, the mattress, linens and furniture were all average. The shower and bathroom had not been renovated in a long time. There was no place to plug in phone at nightstand and no plug in bathroom. Keep these things in mind if you stay and you will be good. I would stay again!

CMS
Chun Meng Su Dec 23, 2025
8.0

Very clean and spacey room, and very quiet, but lack of ventilation, so we need to keep windows partially open.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Leucadia Beach Inn

Encinitas, California, USA

Oceanside surf hub with Beacon's Beach, surf shops & laid-back dining, plus calm Batiquitos Lagoon.

  • Encinitas 41 min Walk
  • Carlsbad Poinsettia 1 hr 11 Walk
  • Hwy 101 & Phoebe St 3 min Walk
  • San Diego International Airport 31 min Car · 1 hr 26 Transit
  • John Wayne Airport 1 hr Car · 3 hr Transit
  • McClellan-Palomar Airport 17 min Car · 58 min Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

LEGOLAND® California Resort 39,324 reviews

LEGOLAND® California Resort

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San Diego Botanic Garden 4,239 reviews

San Diego Botanic Garden

300 Quail Gardens Drive at, Ecke Ranch Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024, United States

4.7 · Botanical Garden
Moonlight State Beach 1 reviews

Moonlight State Beach

west of I-5 on, Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, United States

4.7 · Public Beach
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