Oceanside, CA

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Oceanside
Oceanside
Oceanside
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Where to stay in Oceanside

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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.

Townsite
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South Oceanside

While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and South Oceanside Beach.

South Oceanside
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Downtown Oceanside

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

Downtown Oceanside
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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.

Mid-District
Foud this giant #sunflower in a maze at the San Diego county fair  The theme is the mad hatter and #Aliceinwonderland this year. Also lots of exhibits about sustainable and organic gardening

Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Ocean's Eleven Casino.

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
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
$295 nightly
The price is $332 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$332 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (702 reviews)
We loved our stay at the Seabird!! We are locals and were here one night for my husband's 50th birthday. They comped our parking for the occasion and gave us a free glass of champagne at check in - great start! They also decorated our room with a Happy Birthday sign, balloons, and other decor. The ...

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
201 N Myers St Oceanside CA
$291 nightly
The price is $328 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$328 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (661 reviews)
Room was beautiful, loved the views. Had issue with toilet, but staff made it right immediately by refunding resort fee and providing free breakfast. Will definitely be back.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

2 out of 5
3708 Plaza Dr Oceanside CA
$65 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$73 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and 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. ...
6.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
The room that I got are great view and nice atmosphere

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club

3 out of 5
121 South Pacific Street Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)
I can’t say enough about this place! By far the best beachfront location! My two year old loved the playgrounds right on the beach. We spent the morning watching people surf and the evening my daughter sat on the patio (we had a bottom floor room which I highly recommend) waving to the cars as they ...

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Southern California Beach Club
The Marbella

The Marbella

3.5 out of 5
308 S The Strand Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Pier are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
Nice beach view

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

The Marbella
The Pacific Villas

The Pacific Villas

3 out of 5
506 South The Strand Oceanside CA
Stay at this condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

The Pacific Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Oceanside

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
498
5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
424
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
115
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
22
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
16
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Shay

Beautiful beach town i'd love to move to.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love coming to Oceanside, regardless of my negative hotel experience

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love Oceanside when I found a room

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This town has a good vibe. Good diversity of income here. You can get a steak dinner or a quick bite at one of many breweries or diners. I like seeing all the military women and men who serve America at Camp Pendleton.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect GetAway StayCation

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was a nice area

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