Loma Alta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

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

Ocean's Eleven Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Ocean's Eleven Casino during your visit to Oceanside?

Ocean's Eleven Casino

North County Model Railroad Society

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at North County Model Railroad Society during your travels in Oceanside. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

North County Model Railroad Society

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
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

NZ$314
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Song of David, 45'

Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California

NZ$2,327
per traveller
Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

NZ$58
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$125
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
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Our pick of the best Loma Alta Hotel Deals

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

2.5 out of 5
1403 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
The price is NZ$159 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$159
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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. ...
6.6/10 (201 reviews)
"The bathroom needed just a little repair. Just my personal feeling that the bed is just a little too big for the room."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
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! (3,712 reviews)
"Had a great time. Live music, good drinks and food. Rooms are amazing and so comfy."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

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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
The price is NZ$346 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$346
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,364 reviews)
"It was a beautiful property. The pool was had access to was big and had a slide for the kids. The other guests were friendly"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

4 out of 5
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$663 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$663
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Lovely establishment with amazing pools for the kiddos. The money was well spent on the pools 100%"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
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! (1,102 reviews)
"The place was very nice this hotel is one of my favorite to stay."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

2 out of 5
517 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA
The price is NZ$148 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$148
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Rooms are clean"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
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Other neighbourhoods around Loma Alta

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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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East Side Capistrano

4/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Side Capistrano and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean's Eleven Casino and Mission San Luis Rey de Francia.

East Side Capistrano
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Oceana

While Oceana isn't home to many top sights, Emerald Isle Golf Course and Frontwave Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oceana
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Townsite

While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier.

Townsite
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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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Downtown Oceanside

While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier.

Downtown Oceanside

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