Oceanside

Travel Guide

Oceanside
Oceanside
Oceanside
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Daniel Cupil
Photo by Daniel Cupil

Where to stay in Oceanside

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Townsite

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier.

Townsite
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South Oceanside

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center.

South Oceanside
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Downtown Oceanside

While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier.

Downtown Oceanside
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Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oceanside Beach and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall.

Fire Mountain
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Loma Alta

If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, Ocean's Eleven Casino and Goat Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.

Loma Alta
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Oceana

While Oceana isn't home to many top sights, Emerald Isle Golf Course and Frontwave Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oceana
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

4 out of 5
101 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM906 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
RM906
RM1,277 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews)
Go to the beach!
"Epic experience! Perfect location and service"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

2.5 out of 5
1403 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
The price is RM324 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
RM324
RM403 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (207 reviews)
"Distance to the beach was a little too far. I just went with the description which wasnt far by car but not for walking and"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
The Hotel Oceanside

The Hotel Oceanside

2.5 out of 5
937 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 20 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Just beware if you drive a low profile vehicle such as a Toyota Corolla you’re gonna bottom them out every time you enter or exit the property no matter how you try to take it. If you can live with that the rest of the place more than acceptable well worth the price"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

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The Marbella

The Marbella

3.5 out of 5
308 S The Strand, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
"We used to go there 55 years ago, when there was just small bungalows close to the ocean, we were 25 years old and just married. Everything looks as beautiful as was then, nice memories."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

The Marbella
Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club

3 out of 5
121 South Pacific Street, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (515 reviews)
"It was a nice stay, very close to the beach and literally on the beach"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Southern California Beach Club
The Pacific Villas

The Pacific Villas

3 out of 5
506 South The Strand, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3-star condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Great stay
"We had a great stay. Hope was very helpful. I thank you for everything. We will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Oceanside Pier
Oceanside Strand Beach

Oceanside Strand Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside?

Oceanside Strand Beach
Oceanside Harbor Beach

Oceanside Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Harbor Beach during your trip to Oceanside? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the campsites.

Oceanside Harbor Beach
Mission San Luis Rey Church

Mission San Luis Rey Church

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in San Luis Rey. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mission San Luis Rey Church

Oceanside Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Beach during your trip to Oceanside?

Oceanside Beach

SoCal Sports Complex

After visiting SoCal Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside.

SoCal Sports Complex

Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

RM244
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

RM33
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Dolphin & Whale Watching

Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching

RM364
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

RM809
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Song of David, 45'

Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California

RM5,989
per traveller
Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

RM150
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
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Vista

Legoland California showing rides

Carlsbad

Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base

Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base