Townsite Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a pier.
A beach with palm trees, people, and buildings in the background.
A beach at sunset with waves and a clear sky.
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore.
A sunset over the ocean with a pier extending into the water, palm trees, and parked cars on the beach.

Stay near popular Townsite attractions

A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a pier.

Oceanside Pier

9.0/10 (2,129 reviews)
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.
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Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Tickets

AU$132
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Tickets
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$83
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

AU$11
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Whale Watching with O’side Whales

AU$145
per adult
Whale Watching with O’side Whales
North OSide Local Restaurant Walking Tour

North OSide Local Restaurant Walking Tour

AU$158
per adult
North OSide Local Restaurant Walking Tour
South O Local Restaurant Walking Food Tour

South O Local Restaurant Walking Food Tour

AU$158
per adult
South O Local Restaurant Walking Food Tour
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Our pick of the best Townsite Hotel Deals

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$719 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$719
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
201 N Myers St Oceanside CA
The price is AU$812 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$812
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (752 reviews)
"Beautiful property. The beds were not comfortable. The pillows are flat and the comforter is paper thin. Other than that it was perfect."

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

4 out of 5
110 North Myers Street Oceanside CA
The price is AU$417 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$417
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Very good, just needs to remove carpet for family’s with dogs. When we got our room you can smell other dogs have been there."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn

2.5 out of 5
1680 Oceanside Blvd Oceanside CA
The price is AU$230 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$230
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable and the staff friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the pool."

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Best Western Oceanside Inn
The Hotel Oceanside

The Hotel Oceanside

2.5 out of 5
937 N Coast Hwy Oceanside CA
The price is AU$206 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$206
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 20 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,054 reviews)
"Old property"

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

The Hotel Oceanside
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

3 out of 5
909 N Coast Hwy Oceanside CA
The price is AU$231 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$231
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,414 reviews)
"Staying here was really nice. The staff was very helpful and kind, the room was very clean and organized, there’s plenty of parking, and the breakfast was nice as well!"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
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Our guide on where to stay in Townsite

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A pier extending into calm waters at sunset.

South Oceanside

While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and South Oceanside Beach.

A beach with a pier, palm trees, and a hotel in the background.

Downtown Oceanside

While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Strand Beach and California Surf Museum.

Mid-District

If you're spending some time in Mid-District, Oceanside Beach and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A field of yellow and purple flowers with a mountain in the background.

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.

East Side Capistrano

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Side Capistrano and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean's Eleven Casino and Oceanside Harbor.

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