The 10 best hotels in Oceanside, United States

June 27, 2022 Emerita Lamoureux

Oceanside is a seaside oasis of recreation and beautiful beaches. Centrally located between San Diego and Los Angeles, Oceanside is frequently referred to as “the hub of Southern California.” From here, it’s easy to access a variety of amusement parks and family activities such as Disneyland, Legoland, Sea World and the San Diego Zoo. If you’re looking to educate as well as entertain, you won’t be disappointed. Take your kids to visit Mission San Luis Rey. Founded in 1798, Mission San Luis is often called “The King of Missions” and includes picnic grounds and a gift shop in addition to a museum. Also check out the California Surf Museum or the Oceanside Museum of Art. With more than six miles of frontal beach roads, Oceanside allows you to jog, bike or skate to your heart’s content. Bike the San Luis Rey River Biking trail or take part in private o group surf lessons from a local surf school. Get your sea legs on and check out one of the many boat rental companies for a trip out to sea you won’t soon forget – go deep sea fishing, diving or whale watching. For the golf lover, Oceanside is a veritable paradise! With six courses in or near Oceanside, you’re sure to find a public or private course to fit your game - try Oceanside Municipal Golf Course, Emerald Isle Golf Course or Pendleton Marine Golf Course.
Things to do in Oceanside

1. The Green Room Hotel

2020 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054-6535
Excellent
96%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 56 reviews

The Green Room Hotel

Funky & Fresh South O boutique hotel featured in T&L, Condé Nast, LATimes, SanDiego & Locale Magazines. Individually curated designer rooms and rad outdoor amenities such as a cedar hot tub, complimentary surfboards and beach cruisers, and communal patio area with firepit.

Beautiful boho hotel

Reviewed By S327HIbrookew

Such a beautiful stay! So cozy and simple. Loved my stay and the staff was so accommodating . Highly recommend . The vibes are amazinnnnng ✨ Go stay here you will enjoy it so very much walking distance to coffee shops, the beach, and night life.

2. Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

909 N Coast Hwy I-5/San Diego Freeway at the Coast Hwy Exit, Oceanside, CA 92054 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
71%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1353 reviews

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

At the Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms you're sure to find that little something extra. With our modern amenities and thoughtful design, the Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms will stand out among other hotels in Oceanside,CA. For the business traveler, a spacious work desk and free internet access are included in all our guest rooms to ensure you don't miss a beat while you're away from the office. For extended stays, each room provides a convenient in-room mini fridge that is ideal for drinks and snacks. We also have an in-house fitness room, so you can keep up your workout routine while you're on the road. As always, the Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms will provide you with the superior customer service that you are used to at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts.

Nice Hotel with Excellent Service

Reviewed By Haerle

I was travelling with my two children, 13 & 10 and we had a great stay in Oceanside. The staff at the hotel were consistently helpful. We arrived late at night and checked into our King with Sofa room. I realized after getting in, partially unpacked and the sofa bed made up, that this was not ideal and I should have got two queens instead, so I phoned and asked if it was possible to move. Carmen was very kind and helpful. She asked if I preferred to move right then, or the next day for the following two nights. When I said I preferred to move right away she found us the closest room possible to make this easier for us. I know we would have caused some extra work for the hotel having to go in a do a bit of extra cleaning and tidying after us, but Carmen did not make me feel that I was causing any inconvenience at all. We felt very welcomed. The next morning my kids were late getting down for breakfast and the staff kindly served them anyway. This was our experience the whole time. Thanks to Carmen, Agustin, Junior and the whole team for making our stay so enjoyable.

3. Mission Pacific Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt

201 North Myers Street, Oceanside, CA 92054 1 (760) 512-3300
Excellent
79%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 200 reviews

Mission Pacific Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt

Stay in the heart of Oceanside, a distinct coastal playground where the best of Southern California is right outside your door. Our plush beachfront hotel offers an authentic SoCal lifestyle for you to enjoy. From innovative, chef-inspired dining to a chic rooftop pool deck boasting panoramic ocean views, and much more, Mission Pacific Hotel will appeal to the bohemian, free-spirited, and young at heart—and everyone else.

Beautifully designed hotel

Reviewed By 371sheryls

Careful attention was paid to small design details to make the room and hotel look and feel like a boutique hotel and not part of a chain. Friendly staff and comfortable features coupled with superb location across from the beach made for a great vacation

4. The Seabird Resort

101 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054-1962
Excellent
76%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 335 reviews

The Seabird Resort

Discover an enchanting coastal lifestyle at The Seabird Resort in Oceanside beach, California. This fashionable beachfront estate offers an unrivaled classic, seaside resort experience presented within a bold, plush, and breezy style. Our coastal getaway offers a tranquil respite with inventive on-site dining, a luxury spa, and much more. At The Seabird, true leisure is effortless.

beach view get-a-way

Reviewed By bolvesjanice

For the best ocean front pool in Oceanside CA, with a view of the sea, the Seabird is my top choice. The staff and service are top notch. If it is the beach you are interested in, they have a cute retro trailer just down the stairs at the edge of the sand where they provide beach chairs, towels and umbrellas which are set up for you by the friendly staff. I love this place and can't wait to go back

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Oceanside

3501 Seagate Way, Oceanside, CA 92056-2673
Excellent
50%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 254 reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Oceanside

Top Stay

Reviewed By Rich S

The clerk that checked me in said it best, ‘lots of folks look down by the water but the savvy travelers usually end up here.’ Exceptionally clean and comfortable hotel with excellent service and a universally friendly and knowledgeable front desk team. On day one, the front desk went out of their way to get me coffee when the cafe was closed- several good dining recommendations and always a friendly greeting on the way in and out. Very well located, $12-15 Uber to the Strand and with competitive rates for a very pricy area. If you have any memberships or discounts, you won’t find a better price without dropping down a tier in quality. Our son now lives in the area and this could be our go to.

6. The Hotel Oceanside

937 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054-2135
Excellent
50%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 552 reviews

The Hotel Oceanside

Classic architecture with wrought-iron balconies meets contemporary style and amenities at our newly renovated hotel right on Highway 101. Each room features free Wi-Fi, a Flat-panel TV with HD channels and plug-and-play capabilities for your electronics, plush beds with triple-sheeted bedding, a microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, hairdryer, and a spacious work desk. Some also have a four-poster bed and a fully equipped kitchenette, perfect for your vacation getaway. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a free Bright Side Breakfast with hot waffles, fresh fruit, and biscuits and gravy, among other goodies. Business services and guest laundry facilities are available. Well-behaved pets are welcome and parking is free.

Would not recommend

Reviewed By 474kristyr

We stayed overnight in a room that was supposed to have 2 queen beds but they seemed like doubles. When we got home a day or so later my husband realized he didn’t have his drivers license. He called the hotel and the guy at the desk told him they had it, when asked if it could be mailed to him the guy said he would have to ask his manager. My husband called back a day later to see if the manager was in and this time the girl at the desk told him the manager was not there and she was going to be out for a couple weeks. He then asked her if they still had the license at the front desk and she kept saying her manager would be back in a couple weeks and hung up on him. He tried calling back about 3 times and she would not answer the phone. He finally had to drive down there to get it. I’m not sure who is running this place but whoever they have working at the front desk needs to go. We will not be staying here again.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

1501 Carmelo Dr I-5 & Oceanside Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA 92054-1007
Excellent
34%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 532 reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn is within walking distance to Oceanside Harbor and Beach. The hotel is right next to the main gate of Camp Pendleton. Legoland is 10 minutes away. San Diego Zoo, the Wild Amimal Park and Sea World is 30 minutes south of the Days Inn. Disneyland is an hour drive from the hotel.

No Hot Water

Reviewed By Steve S

The hotel was in average location but Central to the Oceanside area. When we got inside the room, there was no hot water. We had already unpacked, and getting ready to go out to dinner. The maintenance people were not on site and could not be contacted, and so after dinner we had to repack our goods and move to different rooms.

8. Holiday Inn Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area, an IHG Hotel

1401 Carmelo Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054-1012
Excellent
64%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 473 reviews

Holiday Inn Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area, an IHG Hotel

Near Beach & Marina, Camp Pendleton, and LEGOLAND Welcome to the contemporary Holiday Inn® Oceanside Marina / MCB Camp Pendleton Area. Oceanside is a classic California beach community with its warm sandy beaches, historic wooden pier and Cape Cod-style harbor village complete with unlimited water sports and recreation. The neighboring cities of Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, and Encinitas are just minutes away. With the Oceanside Harbor and Marina adjacent to our property, leisure guests enjoy boating, fishing, and surfing, as well as shopping and dining at the Harbor Village. White sandy beaches are just a short walk from the hotel. LEGOLAND® California Resort is just a 10 minute drive from the hotel and other San Diego attractions like Sea World, San Diego Zoo and Safari Park are all within a short drive. The main gate of MCB Camp Pendleton is only 750 yards from the hotel and Government Per Diem Rates (with meal credits) are offered, great for TDY, TAD, and PCS.

Try another hotel if you like customer service.

Reviewed By P2756MDderekw

Upon check in I was greeted by a surly lady who didn’t seem to be very interactive and very monotone. Not what you expect when you’ve travelled all day from the UK. Bear minimum of interaction. Not even a remark about being a platinum member or any acknowledgement. In fact still waiting for my welcome points to be credited. She said they would be done on check out. Not had that before and 6 days later still waiting. On check in I presented my card which she said was declined I tried again numerous times and she just said ‘NOT AUTHORISED’ very robotically . After the forth attempt. Tried a different card which she used the same monotoned reply. Then I said I think it’s your machine not my cards. Another guest had the same issue while she looked miserable and didn’t communicate with me. Alas it was a system fault but no apology. Took my id and credit card and photocopied it without returning it to me. I had to ask all the questions about the facilities breakfast times and pool area. Very slack and not a great experience. I think this hotel has got complacent. Good points are the rooms are big if dated and free parking. The maintaince guy was really helpful and polite. Maybe he should train the front desk staff !!!

9. Oceanside Marina Suites

2008 Harbor Dr N, Oceanside, CA 92054-1034
Excellent
36%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
11%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 553 reviews

Oceanside Marina Suites

The Oceanside Marina Suites is located on a private peninsula in the Oceanside Harbor. Surrounded by water on three sides our resort offers a host of amenities in a serene natural environment. Relax by the pool or your own private patio; stroll along the adjacent marina or shop and eat at the Marina Village. Our Boutique styled hotel is newly remodeled.We have large one & two bedroom suites with fireplaces and fully equipped kitchens, as well as regular standard rooms. Some suites offer an in-room spa for your private enjoyment. Our heated pool, spa ,sauna and Cabana Room are conveniently located on our spacious grounds. Relax in the gazebo and watch the boats navigate in and out of the harbor. Or, if you prefer, grill a steak at our pool side barbecue. Each morning savor our complimentary continental breakfast served by the pool.Located just 10 minutes from Legoland, you'll be away from the crowded San Diego Harbor and beaches. So, for an unbelievable waterfront vacation, come to the Oceanside Marina Suites. You'll be amazed at what a night or two will do for you.

Overall decent place, seems rooms do need maintenance though.

Reviewed By Brandon E

Location and exterior of property is fantastic, and the ocean view from our rooms were awesome. We were originally assigned to room 158, but after finding out that our door lock was stuck from the inside (could only open door from outside), we moved to a similar room a few doors down. Both rooms were about equal in cleanliness, however the carpet definitely needs a lot of love/replacing in room 155. Also, some fixtures in each room are close to falling apart, in 158 the toilet paper holder and in 155 the ceiling fan above the dinner table. Bathtub was rusted out in 155. Bed and sofa sleeper were overall clean and comfortable, so that’s a plus.

10. The Green Room Hotel

2020 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054-6535
Excellent
96%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 56 reviews

The Green Room Hotel

Funky & Fresh South O boutique hotel featured in T&L, Condé Nast, LATimes, SanDiego & Locale Magazines. Individually curated designer rooms and rad outdoor amenities such as a cedar hot tub, complimentary surfboards and beach cruisers, and communal patio area with firepit.

Beautiful boho hotel

Reviewed By S327HIbrookew

Such a beautiful stay! So cozy and simple. Loved my stay and the staff was so accommodating . Highly recommend . The vibes are amazinnnnng ✨ Go stay here you will enjoy it so very much walking distance to coffee shops, the beach, and night life.

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