Oceanside, CA

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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, The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier 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 South Oceanside Beach.

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
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
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 $325 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$325
includes taxes & fees
$289 per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24
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! (536 reviews)
"Amazing views, convenient, beautiful, and clean property. Every little detail considered in the rooms, would absolutely stay again! The only downside to this property is limited evening food options and the game room closes fairly early."

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
4.5 out of 5
201 N Myers St, Oceanside, CA
The price is $335 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$335
includes taxes & fees
$297 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (504 reviews)
Beautiful
"Hotel was beautiful! Staff was friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
3 out of 5
909 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $119 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$119
includes taxes & fees
$106 per night
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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! (1,117 reviews)
"The staff was all very nice and helpful. Lived the breakfast staff ladies."

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (468 reviews)
"Practically right on the beach. Free bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels available to borrow. You can reserve the hot tub for a half hour so you can have it to yourselves. Free parking under the property."

Reviewed on Mar 30, 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! (80 reviews)
"Very respectful"

Reviewed on Feb 6, 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! (93 reviews)
"Perfect!!!! We will be back!!!"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 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

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