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, 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 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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Oceana

While there might not be top attractions in Oceana, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church.

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
The price is ¥31,441 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
¥31,441
¥44,403 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
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! (604 reviews)
"The staff, from check in to room service, pool deck to reatairanta, was incredible!"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 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 ¥10,782 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
¥10,782
¥13,162 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
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. ...
6.8/10 (169 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn

2.5 out of 5
1680 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥19,921 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
¥19,921
¥22,410 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Quick decent priced spot,was nice for a 3 day vacay"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Best Western Oceanside Inn
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.
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! (96 reviews)
"It’s right on the beach/strand & offers excellent views, great front patio & sitting area. Our truck didn’t fit in our unit garage, but street parking was not too bad at all. The overall ambience of this little area is charming, although busy this time of year if you want to people watch, take long ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 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! (512 reviews)
"Ocean views, location, walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the beach."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 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! (45 reviews)
Fantastic Stay
"Great view, very close to the ocean and Strand. 15 minute walk to pier and downtown area. Clean property, small but comfortable. Instructions for check-in were detailed and easy to follow. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

The Pacific 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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