San Luis Rey Travel Guide

Oceanside

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Popular places to visit

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

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach
Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Regal Mission Marketplace

You can take time to visit Regal Mission Marketplace during your travels to San Luis Rey.

Regal Mission Marketplace

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

Rp1.397.340
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Rp949.905
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

Rp127.154
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

Rp3.149.685
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Rp698.670
per adult
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

Rp582.442
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
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Top hotels in San Luis Rey

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 their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,962 reviews)
"Pala Casino is a beautiful place! As soon as you walk in, it has a WOW factor. The room was well cleaned and the staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was nice and firm with soft and fluffy pillows. I would have liked a little bit more water pressure in the shower but hey, that's just my preference. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 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 Rp2.012.989 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
Rp2.012.989
Rp2.845.946 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,483 reviews)
"Clean room. Friendly staff, family friendly pools, play areas and activities. Kitchen is fully stocked and clean. Shame that the sofa had weird stains and there were a couple flies when we entered due to a hole in the balcony screen door."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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 Rp5.503.232 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp5.503.232
Rp7.210.726 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (677 reviews)
"Loved that the family suite has a door separating living room/ sofa bed"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive, San Marcos, CA
The price is Rp1.676.662 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.676.662
Rp1.993.085 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,226 reviews)
"Staff was super helpful!!!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Lakehouse Resort
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is Rp2.298.309 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp2.298.309
Rp3.244.943 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and polite. Building and grounds were well maintained. Walking distance to beach. Our room had a balcony facing the interior so we had a view of the pool and a view of the ocean. I like that we can checkout at noon."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

3.5 out of 5
2100 Radiance Way, Vista, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.954.642 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp1.954.642
Rp2.153.885 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,858 reviews)
"No complaints."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
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Other neighbourhoods around San Luis Rey

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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
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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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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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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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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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