Title: Visit San Luis Rey: 2026 San Luis Rey, Oceanside Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in San Luis Rey](https://expedia.com/San-Luis-Rey-Oceanside-Hotels.0-n553248635976388691-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Oceanside](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Oceanside.d9154.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Oceanside](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Oceanside.d9154.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in San Luis Rey](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-San-Luis-Rey.d553248635976388691.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Luis Rey Vacations](https://expedia.com/San-Luis-Rey.d553248635976388691.Destination-Travel-Guides) # San Luis Rey, CA ## Oceanside ![Beautiful grounds to explore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/7ca8b999-53fb-40f5-acb9-7ba9fa10ae8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful grounds to explore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/7ca8b999-53fb-40f5-acb9-7ba9fa10ae8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The church is still active and home to Franciscan Friars. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/ea537431-6b65-4cce-a3ac-56fa22d807a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Luis Rey has been designated as a historic national landmark in 1970.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/6ac09a7f-aee8-416a-8ad7-3c56e4b9db82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Attend Mass. Wander the grounds, the Cemetery ... Stare in awe at the architecture and colors.... Light a candle. Say a prayer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/77053956-3875-459f-bfef-936a8772b5ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Luis Rey Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Oceanside Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Oceanside.dx9154) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Beautiful grounds to explore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/7ca8b999-53fb-40f5-acb9-7ba9fa10ae8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Luis Rey Church 4/5(4 reviews) You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in Oceanside. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Mission-San-Luis-Rey-Church-San-Luis-Rey.d6128006.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oceanside Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977995949/96504d65-b42d-45a1-b4bf-d00e432fed1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Beach 4.5/5(6 reviews) Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Beach during your trip to Oceanside? [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Beach-South-Oceanside.d553248635977995949.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of the beach and waves in the Pacific Ocean from the pier in Oceanside, California., Shutterstock ID 261477074, purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1, Order: , client: , other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193767/584cc540-0ce5-477b-8758-394e205bf61e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Pier 4.5/5(527 reviews) After visiting Oceanside Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Pier-Townsite.d6193767.Vacation-Attraction) ![Various Oceanside California By Drone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592004591/1c1911e1-f7b2-49e4-ba0e-f0f8349a31e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Harbor 4.5/5(314 reviews) Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Harbor-Townsite.d553248621592004591.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977208401/2d0c7b2b-83d5-406e-b6e9-a65ece0d8d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Strand Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside? [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Strand-Beach-Townsite.d553248635977208401.Vacation-Attraction) ![Afternoon before the storm.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/a5aab0d6-6ca7-481e-a39b-38b05f2d61bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Harbor-Beach-Oceanside.d553248635977208400.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/477590/c90eced8-f748-43cb-bc12-69167ef25be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures $57 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) ![Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389585/954ac13c-4b1b-4a3b-8ced-5220eadcbff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission $8 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details) ![Salem Puzzling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45939438/3cfb4bbe-65cb-4f2f-9e72-1d51af3e889d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Puzzling Adventure $35 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/oceanside-puzzling-adventure.a45939438.activity-details) ![Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50977710/8fd60e3d-5bc3-4c15-ab4b-7ba2b7589fc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour $96 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/carlsbad-wine-crawl-and-small-bites-tour.a50977710.activity-details) ![Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50865333/f283b317-5b6f-4324-8033-a0db8685c3b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad $96 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/prohibition-themed-cocktail-tour-in-carlsbad.a50865333.activity-details) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50821468/adf96475-c751-4813-9bd5-6ce24c96cf88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall $193 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-bonsall.a50821468.activity-details) [See all activities in Oceanside](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Oceanside.d9154.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## San Luis Rey Hotel Deals ![Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/ee70bfa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA $144 nightly $159 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Total with taxes and 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,590 reviews) Great room Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F24%2F2026&endDate=2%2F25%2F2026&selected=59916&PinnedHotelID=59916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388691) ![The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63880000/63871800/63871770/49da74fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt 101 Mission Ave Oceanside CA $291 nightly $328 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 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! (714 reviews) Beautiful location would stay again Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=63871770&PinnedHotelID=63871770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388691) ![Pala Casino Spa And Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072000/1071947/4db651de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pala Casino Spa And Resort 11154 Highway 76 Pala CA $141 nightly $152 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Pala. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (4,375 reviews) ROOM TERRIFIC, STAFF THE BEST Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F17%2F2026&endDate=2%2F18%2F2026&selected=1071947&PinnedHotelID=1071947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388691) ![Signature Temecula](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3900/3867/b684d953_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Signature Temecula 28980 Old Town Front St. Temecula CA $71 nightly $80 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Temecula. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,716 reviews) Pleasant space for a weekend HQ while visiting family. Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=3867&PinnedHotelID=3867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388691) ![Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19386/62170e2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea 751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA $93 nightly $104 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,132 reviews) The room was great and the staff was very accommodating to our needs. Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=19386&PinnedHotelID=19386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388691) ![Lakehouse Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/1602b9cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakehouse Resort 1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA $149 nightly $161 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,336 reviews) The rooms are spacious and beautiful. The staff was friendly and welcoming. I love all the things included with the room like the little s’mores kit, the kayaking, welcome drink, etc. Definitely will be coming back. It’s a beautiful hidden gem. 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[](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Oceana.dx553248635976473462) ![Oceanside Pier at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481184/6b4d08b6-909f-48c2-97dd-d14fb7728ed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro Though Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Ivey-Ranch-Rancho-Del-Oro.dx553248635976481184) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Airport When in Airport, you can plan a visit to Mission San Luis Rey Church and Ocean's Eleven Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Airport.dx978398351020109824) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Valley While visiting North Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Municipal Golf Course and Arrowood Golf Course. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-North-Valley.dx553248635976480616) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Loma Alta If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, North County Model Railroad Society and Ocean's Eleven Casino are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Oceanside-Loma-Alta.dx553248635976471625) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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