Mira Costa Travel Guide

Oceanside

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Oceanside Beach, California

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach
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Oceanside Pier

After visiting Oceanside Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Oceanside Pier
Various Oceanside California By Drone

Oceanside Harbor

Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Oceanside Harbor
Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area

Oceanside Strand Beach

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

Oceanside Strand Beach
Beautiful grounds to explore

Mission San Luis Rey Church

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in Oceanside. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mission San Luis Rey Church
Afternoon before the storm.

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

Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Rp958.740
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

Rp128.337
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

Rp2.506.180
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

Rp3.178.980
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons

Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons

Rp2.018.400
per adult
Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons
Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad

Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad

Rp1.614.720
per adult
Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad
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Top hotels in Mira Costa

Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside near Camp Pendleton

Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside near Camp Pendleton

2.5 out of 5
3170 Vista Way Oceanside CA
The price is Rp1.127.986 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp1.127.986
Rp1.268.984 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room , excellente room service and friendly staff! 10/10!!

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside near Camp Pendleton
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 Rp2.190.123 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.190.123
Rp2.495.536 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,029 reviews)
Clean room, extremely friendly staff

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.148.128 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
Rp2.148.128
Rp3.003.269 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (1,586 reviews)
Clean room, loved the amenities.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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 Rp3.925.693 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp3.925.693
Rp5.446.386 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (713 reviews)
Great hotel. Attention to detail. Clean.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76 Pala CA
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 their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,363 reviews)
The room was great. Spo

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.556.335 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
Rp1.556.335
Rp1.746.130 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,121 reviews)
Staff was very respectful and helpful while the room was clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Aerial View of Oceanside Pier in San Diego County California

Lake

Though Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Frontwave Arena.

Lake
Oceanside Pier at Sunset

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
California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) and Chia

Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North County Model Railroad Society and Oceanside Beach.

Fire Mountain
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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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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.

Loma Alta

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