I can’t believe I am going to share this secret! If you are looking for a remarkably clean and budget-friendly motel near the beach in North County, San Diego, check out the Leucadia Beach Inn.
The Leucadia Beach Inn was built in the 1920’s to service those traveling along Coast Hwy 101 between Los Angeles and Mexico. The original building is in a classic “horseshoe” design built around a flower-filled courtyard and parking. A second two-story building was added next door bringing the total number of rooms to 21. A complete remodel was done in 2005.
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Why you should chose the budget friendly Leucadia Beach Inn:
- The rooms are cute and clean, equipped with kitchenettes, and painted in bright, cheerful colors with Spanish tile floors.
2. It is walking distance to the beach! Beacon’s Beach is only a 10 minute walk from the Inn and is a good place to check out the local surfers. Moonlight Beach in Encinitas is about a 35 minute walk away or a 10 minute drive.
3. The Leucadia Beach Inn is surrounded by superb restaurants, many which are close enough to walk to. Some of my favorites are Le Papgayo, Valentina, Solterra Winery, Kai Ola Sushi, Corner Pizza and Nectarine Grove.
4. It is affordable! Rooms for the most part are all under $200 per night. I checked a weekend in August, and the rates were between $169 and $199.
5. The service is great! Leucadia Beach Inn is family owned, and they go out of their way to accommodate you. They have received 4.5 stars out of 5 on Expedia, 4 stars on Yelp, and a 4.0 on Tripadvisor.
6. They are dog-friendly. Cooper loves the Leucadia Beach Inn! Del Mar Dog Beach is just a quick 20 minute drive away. There is a small pet fee of $50 per stay.
7. The parking is free. There is plenty of parking both on and off street at the Inn. Larger vehicles may want to park on the street.
8. It is close to popular attractions like the Del Mar Racetrack, Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Wild Animal Park and the San Diego Zoo.
9. The rooms are air conditioned, a nice perk in the summer.
What You Need to Know to Not Stress Before You Go
Their address is 1322 N. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024.
Contact information: (800)706-7461 or [email protected]. Website: www.stayinleucadia.com.
The Inn is located on Hwy 101 and across from the train tracks. I have never been bothered by train noise, but light sleepers may want to request a room in the back.
The front desk is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm. If you are going to arrive after 5:00pm, just call. They will leave a key in a lockbox on the door of your room for you.
Book early! The secret is out, and they are selling out quickly.
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