Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oceanside
Oceanside
Oceanside
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Daniel Cupil
Photo by Daniel Cupil

Where to stay in Oceanside

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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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South Oceanside

4/5(1 area review)

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
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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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Loma Alta

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 Oceana isn't home to many top sights, Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 NZ$506 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$506
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (621 reviews)
"every staff is polite and kind."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn

2.5 out of 5
1680 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA
The price is NZ$223 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$223
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Value is what you get for this place. It's not the greatest. Far from it but for the price, it's difficult to get a better hotel in the area. It's relatively clean. The AC works well. Breakfast is fantastic with lots of choices. Location is fantastic. And the negatives, a little bit of poo smell ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Best Western Oceanside Inn
Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

2.5 out of 5
1403 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$162 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$162
11 Aug - 12 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 (197 reviews)
Nice place
"Quick trip. Very comfortable"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
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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! (100 reviews)
"We used to go there 55 years ago, when there was just small bungalows close to the ocean, we were 25 years old and just married. Everything looks as beautiful as was then, nice memories."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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! (515 reviews)
"It was a nice stay, very close to the beach and literally on the beach"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Southern California Beach Club
Aquamarine Villas

Aquamarine Villas

3.5 out of 5
711 S Myers St, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly vacation home in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
"Very very very convenient, super clean, and comfortable. All accommodations were great! A home away from home. Super friends staff too! Definitely will return! Price was just right!! Thank you!!"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Aquamarine Villas
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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

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach

SoCal Sports Complex

After visiting SoCal Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside.

SoCal Sports Complex

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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Cities near Oceanside

Legoland California which includes rides

Carlsbad