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Our top choices for South Oceanside hotels

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1. Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
South Oceanside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (612 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great rooms"
United States
Hector
The price is ￥12,609
￥14,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Oceanside Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.

2. The Green Room Hotel

The Green Room Hotel
3.0 star property
South Oceanside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"We have stayed twice, it’s a great place. Close to beach, restaurants. We used the new electric bikes. Manager very helpful."
United States
Alison
The price is ￥24,812
￥27,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Green Room Hotel
A room with a bay window overlooking a beach, a bench, a lamp, and a sofa.

3. Pacific Bungalow

Pacific Bungalow
3.5 star property
South Oceanside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"Excellent location across the street from the beach with partial ocean view from the front deck. The property felt clean and had lots of stuff to use in the kitchen which made meals easy. Staff was super communicative and easy to reach for any questions. The backyard was beautiful and well mantained, felt like a tropical hideaway."
United States
Kaeli
The price is ￥40,893
￥68,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Pacific Bungalow
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

4. Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn
2.5 star property
Townsite, 1.6 km from South Oceanside
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and located close to stores and the beach."
United States
Daria
The price is ￥19,344
￥21,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Best Western Oceanside Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

5. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
5.2 km from South Oceanside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,079 reviews)
"I loved my stay"
United States
William
The price is ￥20,589
￥26,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
West Inn & Suites
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

6. Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
3.0 star property
Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro, 5.7 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was well located to see Legoland and not too far from Disney."
United States
Sandra
The price is ￥21,174
￥23,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

7. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
13.4 km from South Oceanside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,157 reviews)
"We love this hotel: all the staff are very nice and helpful."
United States
Shan Shan
The price is ￥22,766
￥25,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

8. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
1.6 km from South Oceanside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff is wonderful, easy parking and perfect location"
United States
Joyce
The price is ￥9,035
￥12,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Scandia Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Oceanside

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Oceanside
3.0 star property
Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro, 5.6 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (775 reviews)
"The room was clean and quiet, and the location was very convenient for traveling with my kids for their sports tournament. We had a comfortable stay and would definitely stay here again."
United States
Yixin
The price is ￥23,421
￥26,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Oceanside
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

10. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
3.0 star property
2.6 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice place in the perfect location. Rooms are very spacious beautiful ocean view 💙"
United States
Yoanely
The price is ￥31,292
￥35,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

11. Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace
3.5 star property
2 km from South Oceanside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beach view; excellent staff"
United States
Beth
The price is ￥39,658
￥52,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Beach Terrace
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, each with a built-in fire feature, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
2.4 km from South Oceanside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"Very comfortable, rooms very quiet, liked all the space available.."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥30,695
￥34,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the ocean.

13. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad
2.5 star property
2.5 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms great patio view of the beach and ocean"
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥30,988
￥34,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.8 km from South Oceanside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, the room was clean and quiet."
United States
cynthia
The price is ￥24,679
￥27,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

15. Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Ocean Palms Beach Resort
2.5 star property
2.2 km from South Oceanside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay!"
United States
Julie
The price is ￥40,978
￥45,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Palms Beach Resort
A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
3.1 km from South Oceanside
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is ￥14,073
￥15,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.9 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,026 reviews)
"On each of our Carlsbad/San Diego visits, we've been staying here and have absolutely no complaints; neither will you."
United States
Phuong
The price is ￥20,876
￥23,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

18. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
3 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Always large, clean and quiet rooms with excellent pillows and beds. Best staff ever.!!"
United States
Carla
The price is ￥14,326
￥16,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.1 km from South Oceanside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Staff was amazing"
United States
Monica
The price is ￥21,349
￥24,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

20. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
10.5 km from South Oceanside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is ￥23,084
￥25,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
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Where to stay in South Oceanside

Find the best South Oceanside areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Townsite

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

A beach with a pier, palm trees, and a hotel in the background.

Downtown Oceanside

While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Strand Beach and California Surf Museum.

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Mid-District

If you're spending some time in Mid-District, Oceanside Beach and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

Top South Oceanside Hotel Reviews

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Room was spacious and well appointed. Garage and corridors were clean. Pool was sparkling and hot tub was hot even in August. Great location. Would be nice if there was a restaurant in the space for it."
Jenifer 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is South Oceanside like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Oceanside's South Oceanside neighborhood. Be sure to check out Oceanside Beach and South Oceanside Beach as part of your South Oceanside travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in South Oceanside?
Based on our traveler data, Oceanside Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in South Oceanside. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.
How many hotels will I find in the South Oceanside area?
Expedia has 296 hotels and other accommodations in South Oceanside to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Oceanside area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Oceanside, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in South Oceanside.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Oceanside?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to South Oceanside, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in South Oceanside?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Oceanside Beach, South Oceanside Beach, and Buccaneer Beach while you're in South Oceanside. Saint Malo Beach and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Oceanside include North County Model Railroad Society, New Village Arts Theatre, and Hosp Grove Trails. While you're out sightseeing in Oceanside, be sure to visit other sights like State Street Farmers Market or Goat Hill Park.

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