Stay at Royal Motel, a 4.2-star hotel in Encinitas with free Wi-Fi, parking, and family-friendly amenities. Close to LEGOLAND California and Moonlight State Beach.
Recent guests highlight the motel’s welcoming atmosphere and excellent location near the beach and local attractions. The modest accommodations and affordable pricing make it a practical choice, especially for travelers seeking simplicity and proximity to surf spots and coastal activities.
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Located along the scenic North Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas, Royal Motel offers a modest and straightforward lodging option just a block from the beach. The property reflects a classic roadside motel style reminiscent of mid-20th century Americana, providing guests with basic accommodations that focus on practicality rather than luxury.
The motel provides essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, accessible parking, and kid-friendly facilities, although it does not include a pool, restaurant, or fitness center. Reviews highlight the friendly and attentive staff, as well as a clean and quiet atmosphere, making it suitable for travelers seeking a low-key place to stay near popular surf spots and laid-back dining along the coast.
Royal Motel appeals most to budget-conscious visitors and those looking for convenient beach access without extra frills. Guest feedback often points to the property's reasonable pricing and homely feel, with several long-term and repeat visitors praising the welcoming service and location. Prospective guests should note that accommodations are simple and geared toward functionality over extensive amenities.
The location enables easy exploration of local attractions like LEGOLAND California, Moonlight State Beach, and the San Diego Botanic Garden, all within reasonable driving distance. San Diego International Airport and McClellan-Palomar Airport are also accessible within a short drive, helping connect visitors to the broader region.
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This is the most reasonably priced place in North County San Diego. I have known them gor years. You get a little studio with everything you would need and the staff treats you like family!
Like going back in a time machine to the early 60s next store to Scott's automotive the old time cars with the new time racing machines then the Leucadia Donut Shop. You better get there early The other way is PEACHYS OLD FASHION MARKET with fresh produce The train whistle sounding rolling on by facing west walk 10 minutes low and behold it's the beach , the ocean at night an almost Hawaiian Sunset chk the phone #'s on the door give em a ring open 11 am
Amazing staff! Felt like family. I will definitely be back! A true
The Royal Motel is great. Lori and Alan and Eddie are super nice and run this place smoothly and efficiently. The rooms are clean. The place has a nice quiet friendly atmosphere. We have had a great experience staying here. And the location is perfect. Perfect for walks on the beach and walks to grab dinner on Coast Highway. Nothing but good things to say about the Royal. The prices are the lowest in town. Thank you Lori! You are awesome!
Five star rating must be considered in CONTEXT. On Google maps street view you can see the motel, this is a small roadside motel, think movies from the 1960s or '70s, The small roadside motels you pull into for a night. Small, humble rooms, just the basics. If you want fully stocked soaps, shampoos, buffet breakfast, etc. this is not your place. If you want to be one block from the beach at a very modest price then the value is there. The staff is SUPER friendly and accommodating. My stay is for 3 weeks and it would definitely return anytime.
I have been staying here for over 30 years. Family-owned, great location and little known. Whenever I have an overnighter to Hawaii, or just enjoying San Diego for a weekend, they have always accommodated me and my family.
New Property Managers (Andrea & William) very nice and helpful... they made sure we were all set.
I acknowledge that Royal Motel is convenient for person/s who look for a motel/s that they feel comfortable at. It is pretty much a quiet area even though it's off of the 101 Hwy. I truly like the temperature of the shower. The water maintains the consistency of the cold and hot. The water will not all of a sudden get freezing cold and it will not get too hot on it's own. If you want to get away and have alone time or catch a good night sleep; Royal Motel, I strongly suggest.
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