Oceanside, CA

Travel Guide

Oceanside
Oceanside
Oceanside
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Where to stay in Oceanside

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Townsite

4/5(344 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Townsite, Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Townsite
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South Oceanside

4/5(81 area reviews)

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 Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Strand Beach.

Downtown Oceanside
Foud this giant #sunflower in a maze at the San Diego county fair  The theme is the mad hatter and #Aliceinwonderland this year. Also lots of exhibits about sustainable and organic gardening

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

2.5/5(76 area reviews)

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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East Side Capistrano

4/5(86 area reviews)

While East Side Capistrano isn't home to many top sights, Ocean's Eleven Casino and Mission San Luis Rey de Francia are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Side Capistrano
Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
2.5 out of 5
1403 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
The price is SAR 315 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 315
SAR 354 total
18 May - 19 May
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. ...
5.4/10 (1,000 reviews)
"The location is great right by the exit and the beach isn't far away. Stores accessible within minutes walk."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
3 out of 5
909 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
The price is SAR 372 per night from May 26 to May 27
SAR 372
SAR 427 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,147 reviews)
"Room keys horrible dont work, they need to change the system."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
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
The price is SAR 857 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 857
SAR 1,195 total
11 May - 12 May
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (544 reviews)
"Will definitely be back…love this place"

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (500 reviews)
"Parking was available without additional charges ."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Southern California Beach Club
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
"Very cute condo. Plenty of space for 2. Loved having a kitchen and keurig! Safe area. We did not have a car so appreciated that we could walk everywhere. Local transit if we wanted to explore other areas. Steps from the ocean."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

The Marbella
Aquamarine Villas
Aquamarine Villas
3.5 out of 5
711 S Myers St, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star spa vacation home in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
"Was a wonderful place had a great stay! 10/10 would recommend!"

Reviewed on 29 April 2025

Aquamarine Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Oceanside

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
498
5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
424
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
115
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
22
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
16
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Shay

Beautiful beach town i'd love to move to.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love coming to Oceanside, regardless of my negative hotel experience

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love Oceanside when I found a room

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This town has a good vibe. Good diversity of income here. You can get a steak dinner or a quick bite at one of many breweries or diners. I like seeing all the military women and men who serve America at Camp Pendleton.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect GetAway StayCation

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was a nice area