Oceana Travel Guide

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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

Emerald Isle Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Oceanside at Emerald Isle Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Isle Golf Course

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach

Activities

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$87
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

AU$12
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Song of David, 45'

Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California

AU$2,141
per traveller
Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$121
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

AU$228
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
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Our pick of the best Oceana Hotel Deals

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! (3,641 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 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 AU$435 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$435
29 July - 30 July
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! (1,358 reviews)
"The key card for the first room we were assigned didn't work (this is because someone else was already in the room?) I had to go back to the lobby building to address the issue, this is when I realized I could get a free room upgrade (expedia gold). The room we ended up with was nice, but it was ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 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 AU$599 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$599
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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! (1,016 reviews)
"We LOVE the Omni La Costa. Hosted my fiancés bachelor party as a golf weekend here and they had an amazing time. Zero complaints!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 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! (1,062 reviews)
"Nice stay. It's on a busy street but the rooms were quiet. Good for a couple or family to stay while enjoying area in and around Encinitas."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
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 AU$459 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$459
12 Aug - 13 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! (608 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel with wonderful staff."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
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 AU$141 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$141
30 July - 31 July
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. ...
6.8/10 (182 reviews)
"The beds are really comfortable. I slept very good in there."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
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Other neighbourhoods around Oceana

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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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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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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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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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North Valley

While visiting North Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Arrowood Golf Course and Oceanside Municipal Golf Course.

North Valley

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