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Our top choices for South Oceanside hotels

Deluxe Double Room | WiFi (free)

1. Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
South Oceanside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (590 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great rooms"
United States
Hector
The price is ￥14,054
￥15,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Oceanside Inn & Suites
Deluxe Triple Room, Kitchen, Corner | View from room

2. The Green Room Hotel

The Green Room Hotel
3.0 star property
South Oceanside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"What a great hotel in a prime location with some fun amenities, we truly enjoyed our stay."
United States
Eric
The price is ￥28,773
￥32,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
The Green Room Hotel
House, Multiple Beds, Patio, Ocean View | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

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 ￥65,448
￥95,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Pacific Bungalow
Outdoor pool

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, (1,008 reviews)
"Stayed an extra day that’s how good this place was to me!"
United States
Fidel Jr Garibay
The price is ￥22,514
￥25,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Best Western Oceanside Inn
Terrace/patio

5. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
13.4 km from South Oceanside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,130 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the property was clean and safe."
United States
Miranda
The price is ￥21,863
￥24,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Exterior

6. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms great patio view of the beach and ocean"
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥36,067
￥40,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad
Outdoor pool

7. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
5.2 km from South Oceanside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,076 reviews)
"Room was very clean and comfortable. Great variety for breakfast. Perfect location for Legoland. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Melanie
The price is ￥23,325
￥29,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
West Inn & Suites
Front of property - evening/night

8. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Had a great experience I will definitely stay here again."
United States
Juan
The price is ￥27,059
￥30,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
Exterior

9. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff was very attentive."
United States
MOISES A
The price is ￥14,078
￥15,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Terrace/patio

10. Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace
3.5 star property
2 km from South Oceanside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We had the most amazing stay here! Perfect for the whole family. We can’t wait to come back."
United States
Ashley
The price is ￥48,742
￥62,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beach Terrace
Property amenity

11. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay so did my family"
United States
Oscar
The price is ￥23,459
￥26,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
Meeting facility

12. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
3.0 star property
2.6 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay, just across the street from the beach. Beautiful view of the ocean and one minute walk to the beach."
United States
Jody
The price is ￥43,962
￥49,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

13. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"I would stay again."
United States
steven
The price is ￥14,157
￥15,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Rooftop bar

14. 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, (358 reviews)
"Great location , near the beach and Carlsbad village. Local restaurants and bars are also within walking distance."
United States
Edgar
The price is ￥37,340
￥41,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
BBQ/picnic area

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.2 km from South Oceanside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay for the whole family. Pool and amenities were well kept and very enjoyable"
United States
Trevor
The price is ￥30,663
￥34,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
Exterior

16. Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
3.0 star property
Townsite, 3.8 km from South Oceanside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,420 reviews)
"Staying here was really nice. The staff was very helpful and kind, the room was very clean and organized, there’s plenty of parking, and the breakfast was nice as well!"
United States
Natalie
The price is ￥22,659
￥25,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Lobby

17. 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, (761 reviews)
"Good Breakfast, clean , very nice staff."
United States
KARINA
The price is ￥25,407
￥28,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Oceanside
Exterior

18. 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 ￥43,826
￥49,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Ocean Palms Beach Resort
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
1.6 km from South Oceanside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Always a pleasurable stay"
United States
Joyce
The price is ￥10,931
￥12,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Scandia Motel
Exterior

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.1 km from South Oceanside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, great for families with small kids."
United States
Ricardo
The price is ￥21,153
￥23,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
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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 Buccaneer Beach.

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 Ocean's Eleven Casino and Oceanside Beach.

A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against rocks at sunset.

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

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Our stay is always comfortable at Cape Rey. We have found that the room attendant and housekeeping is not as attentive on our last couple of visits. We did not get room service two days and had to request it and was difficult to get more pillows."
Kate 4-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

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 297 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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