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Solana Beach travel guide

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With a population of 12,867, Solana Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. Solana Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Solana Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pamplemousse Grille (514 Via de la Valle, Suite 100) and Wild Note Cafe (143 S. Cedros Ave. Suite T) are great picks.

When to visit Solana Beach

Solana Beach in September
Estimated package price
$350
2 travelers
Flight to Solana Beach
3 nights at hotel
Solana Beach in September
Estimated package price
$350
2 travelers
Flight to Solana Beach
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Solana Beach

Plane

When flying to Solana Beach, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Solana Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

The train station in Solana Beach is called Solana Beach, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Solana Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 95 miles from Solana Beach. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Solana Beach, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Solana Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

The train station in Solana Beach is called Solana Beach, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Solana Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 95 miles from Solana Beach. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Solana Beach

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Solana Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Solana Beach

Most booked hotels in Solana Beach

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LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 709 reviews)
$358+
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Lakehouse Hotel And Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 453 reviews)
$189+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 304 reviews)
$196+
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Winners Circle Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 261 reviews)
$266+
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Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8, 943 reviews)
$179+
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, 800 reviews)
$238+
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Renting a car in Solana Beach

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Solana Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Solana Beach is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Solana Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Solana Beach is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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