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Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

4/5(1 review)

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
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 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

Tri-City Hospital District

If Tri-City Hospital District is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Vista.

Tri-City Hospital District

Monarch HealthCare

If Monarch HealthCare is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Vista.

Monarch HealthCare

Activities

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

NZ$99
per adult
90% 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
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

NZ$170
per adult
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

NZ$61
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Song of David, 45'

Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California

NZ$2,436
per traveller
Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California
Learn To Surf From A Local Pro in Oceanside

Learn To Surf From A Local Pro in Oceanside

NZ$304
per adult
Learn To Surf From A Local Pro in Oceanside
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Our pick of the best Lake Hotel Deals

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$356 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,140 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$250 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)
"We stayed for a soccer tournament and it was what we expected for a weekend ."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
The price is NZ$237 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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! (3,051 reviews)
"Very nice property. I felt safe going to my room and the beds were comfortable."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
2.5 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$184 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,501 reviews)
"It is nice place to stay, close to Legoland. Safe and a lot of families there. The staff was helpful, my only gripe was the key card. It stopped working 2 times. They nonchalantly told me that I have to keep the keys not near my keys, phone or credit cards? So where? First time I have had this issue. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$238 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the pool ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,465 reviews)
Peaceful vacation
"My stay was good, this was our second time staying at this hotel and again the staff were friendly & professional. My son loves staying at this hotel & wants us to stay there again next year for his annual Spring Break trip. He especially loves the heated pool."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$459 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,345 reviews)
"Super location"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake

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Ocean Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Ocean Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LEGOLAND® California and The Crossings at Carlsbad.

Ocean Hills
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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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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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Peacock

When in Peacock, you can plan a visit to The Wave Waterpark and Mission San Luis Rey Church, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Peacock
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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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