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1. Twelve Senses Retreat

1.2 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Felipe

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

2. Inn at Moonlight Beach

1.9 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Cesar

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

3. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

0.7 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

1.8 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

1.7 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Anna

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

8.3 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Miranda

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

7. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

6.1 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Sam

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

8. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

4.6 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Farah

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

10.6 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Fessehai

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

7.1 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Sara

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

11. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

3.3 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Chris

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

12. Del Mar Beach Hotel

4.3 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Erin

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

13. Lakehouse Resort

8.3 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Karina

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

14. Leucadia Beach Inn

3.5 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Kay

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

15. West Inn & Suites

8.2 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Melanie

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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16. The Green Room Hotel

11.1 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Eric

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

5.2 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

18. Beach Terrace

10.2 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

7.5 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Lizette

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

20. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

7.7 mi from Eli Howard Surf School

Megan

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Twelve Senses Retreat	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Inn at Moonlight Beach	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 142 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,047 reviews	View
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,640 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 1,269 reviews	View

Top Eli Howard Surf School Hotel Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"I honestly didn’t feel it was worth the cost. The grounds were clean but there were random objects in the parking garage, refrigerators, supplies, etc which looked tacky. There were cobwebs in our bathroom otherwise room was clean Continental breakfast was alright Area is nice if you’re looking for coastal and relaxing. walkable to restaurants, beach and tram. Receptionist was friendly and customer service was good Patio is nice but view is of streets with ocean in the distant Not terrible but I wouldn’t stay again"

Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

10/10 Excellent

"We were in awe of this house and location! The parking lot was great for our two large SUVs. The walk down to the beach was the right kind of exercise pre-beach day. The stairs are not accessibility friendly … keep in mind. The host was great! Greeting us at the house for a quick run down of the home. We appreciated all communication and felt comfortable asking questions. A quick note that if all doors are left open along the deck, dogs have quite a large space to access, including being close to the 101 and main walkway for beach-goers. We used a few gates and bungee chord (thanks to host) to make a gate for my frenchie to keep him away from all the hubbub. House is stocked will all of the boogie boards, chairs, umbrellas, floaties. All the things you could possibly need. Loved the shampoo and conditioner and brand new bar soap in each bathroom. My only thoughts are that the kitchen felt disorganized. It wasn’t automatically clear where to find things and the kitchen has an insane amount of storage. I also think the twin bedroom suit should be turned into the second master, with its own wing of the house and bathroom. The younger kids on the trip were spoiled with having a full bathroom while some of the adults had to walk across the hall. We would have loved a true double master. Overall, we would love to come back!"

Private Oasis - Outdoor Living, Pool, Spa

10/10 Excellent

"A cozy little cottage in Cardiff - exactly what we were in search of! Property was sparkling clean, well appointed - there was almost nothing we did not have that we needed. A few recommended improvements would make it 100% perfect. More full sized dinner plates - only four left me washing constantly. Lots of small salad plates and bowls - just need more large dinner plates. Exterior lighting was not great - back patio light fixture bulbs were very low wattage and one was burnt out. Landscape lighting was not functional, so patio and pool area were extremely dark. The owner graciously came over with four solar-powered lamps, but those were a bit spotty in their functionality and the yard could use about 4-6 additional. All in all, the location - walkable to everything - cottage itself, its furnishings, pool, and both front and back yards are lovely! I’d stay here again in a heartbeat - hopefully it’s available next time we are in town!"

Other attractions near Eli Howard Surf School

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Cardiff State Beach

9.4/10 (113 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Eli Howard Surf School?

Eli Howard Surf School is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff-by-the-Sea known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 98 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Eli Howard Surf School?

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Eli Howard Surf School. Another good choice is Cardiff by the Sea Lodge, located just 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Eli Howard Surf School?

Expedia has 98 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Eli Howard Surf School.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Eli Howard Surf School, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Eli Howard Surf School.

What can I see and do near Eli Howard Surf School?

You can catch a show at Belly Up, North Coast Repertory Theatre and The Sound. Get outside and spend some time strolling around San Elijo State Beach, Seagrove Park and Encinitas Community Park. Moonlight State Beach, Solana Beach and Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for Eli Howard Surf School hotels

1. Twelve Senses Retreat

2. Inn at Moonlight Beach

3. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

4. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

6. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

7. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

8. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

12. Del Mar Beach Hotel

13. Lakehouse Resort

14. Leucadia Beach Inn

15. West Inn & Suites

16. The Green Room Hotel

17. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

18. Beach Terrace

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

20. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

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Cardiff State Beach

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