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Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Oceanside Pier
Oceanside Strand Beach

Oceanside Strand Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside?

Oceanside Strand Beach
Oceanside Harbor Beach

Oceanside Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Harbor Beach during your trip to Oceanside? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the campsites.

Oceanside Harbor Beach
Mission San Luis Rey Church

Mission San Luis Rey Church

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in San Luis Rey. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mission San Luis Rey Church

Tri-City Hospital District

If Tri-City Hospital District is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Vista.

Tri-City Hospital District

Monarch HealthCare

If Monarch HealthCare is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Vista.

Monarch HealthCare

Activities

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

NZ$95
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

NZ$13
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

NZ$165
per adult
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

NZ$58
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

NZ$265
per adult
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Song of David, 45'

Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California

NZ$2,330
per traveller
Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California
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Our pick of the best Lake Hotel Deals

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2 out of 5
3708 Plaza Dr, Oceanside, CA
The price is NZ$154 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$154
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
A decent overnight stay
"It was a good and decent stay. One night stay. There was some traffic noise from the freeway overnight and some noise from housekeeper cart rolling through the outside hallway. Bed was comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$354 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$354
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,197 reviews)
"From day one staff was wonderful very attentive with us and our kids. Food was amazing and so was the staff."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
The price is NZ$268 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$268
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Pala. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,475 reviews)
"The shower water pressure is excellent."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, CA
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,279 reviews)
"Great property! Lots of activities and pools. Grounds well taken care of. Smells wonderful from all the flowers. Rooms are older but comfortable and spacious"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (989 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$275 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$275
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,481 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake

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Ocean Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Ocean Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LEGOLAND® California and The Wave Waterpark.

Ocean Hills
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Mira Costa

While there might not be top attractions in Mira Costa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Frontwave Arena and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall.

Mira Costa
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Henie Hills

While Henie Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Frontwave Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Henie Hills
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Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, but Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro
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Peacock

When in Peacock, you can plan a visit to The Wave Waterpark and Guajome County Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Peacock
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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.

Fire Mountain

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