Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
San Diego, United States · ★★★★★ · 8.8/10 Excellent · guest rating
Luxury resort on the Encinitas coast, steps from South Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon, with a spa, hot tub, restaurant and rooms with ocean views.
Alila Marea Beach Resort sits on Pacific Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas, in northern San Diego County. It is a luxury resort with a coastal feel and contemporary design, made for travelers who want sea air, calm and good food without leaving the beach area. Many rooms have a balcony and large windows facing the ocean, and the property also offers a spa, a hot tub and a fitness center.
Dining includes a restaurant, a bar and room service, plus options for breakfast on site. According to the property, pets are accepted and rooms have Wi-Fi. Because services, hours and policies can change with the season, confirm the details of the spa, the restaurants and parking with the hotel before you travel, especially if you are visiting on a weekend or in peak season.
Why stay here
- Luxury resort on the Encinitas coast
- South Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon a few minutes on foot
- Rooms with balconies and ocean views
- Spa, hot tub, fitness center and restaurant on site
- Tip: ask for an ocean-view room to watch the sunset
The setting
The resort occupies a coastal site, with the Pacific on one side and Batiquitos Lagoon a few minutes away on foot. The rooms look bright, with roomy beds, light wood, modern bathrooms with double sinks and, in many categories, a balcony with armchairs or a table for eating outdoors. Asking for an ocean-view room can mean watching the sunset from your balcony, subject to availability.
What we like
- Coastal location, with South Ponto Beach a few minutes away on foot
- Bright rooms, many with a balcony and ocean views
- Spa, hot tub and fitness center on site
- Restaurant, bar and room service
- Beaches, lagoons and trails nearby for day outings
Worth knowing
- Weekends and peak season bring crowds to the area
- A car is helpful for getting around San Diego and nearby towns
Don't miss
Walk to Batiquitos Lagoon or Leucadia State Beach to see the coast up close. Along Highway 101 in downtown Encinitas you will find cafes and local shops, and Carlsbad and LEGOLAND California are only a few miles away.
Facilities
- Rooms with ocean views
- Furnished balconies
- Spa
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Restaurant and bar
- Room service
- Breakfast available
- Parking
- Pets accepted
- Wi-Fi in the rooms
- Business services
- Laundry
- 24-hour front desk
Location
The resort is at 2100 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, in the beach strip of northern San Diego County. South Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon are about two minutes on foot; Leucadia State Beach and Grandview Surf Beach are about twelve, and South Carlsbad State Beach about fifteen. LEGOLAND California is in the area. Traffic from the airport varies by time of day.
Address: 2100 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA, 94024
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alila Marea right on the beach?
The resort sits on the Encinitas coast, and South Ponto Beach is about two minutes away on foot. Confirm with the hotel how beach access works and which beach services are offered in each season.
Can I bring a pet?
The property information says pets are accepted, but the conditions, permitted sizes and any extra fees are set by the hotel. Check with the hotel before you book.
Does it have a spa and a fitness center?
Yes, a spa, a hot tub and a fitness center are listed among the services. It is best to confirm treatments, hours and appointments with the hotel in advance, especially on weekends.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM, according to the property. If you arrive early or leave late, ask whether the times can be adjusted.
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