San Luis Rey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Beautiful grounds to explore
Beautiful grounds to explore
The church is still active and home to Franciscan Friars.
San Luis Rey has been designated as a historic national landmark in 1970.
Attend Mass.
Wander the grounds, the Cemetery ...
Stare in awe at the architecture and colors....
Light a candle.
Say a prayer.

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best San Luis Rey 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
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! (1,596 reviews)
Clean large room. Lots to do

Reviewed on 7 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 AU$467 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$467
5 Mar - 6 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! (714 reviews)
Beautiful location would stay again

Reviewed on 31 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! (4,374 reviews)
Yrs

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula

3 out of 5
28980 Old Town Front St. Temecula CA
The price is AU$113 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$113
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Temecula. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,716 reviews)
Good Location off the freeway and fairly close to Old Town. Restaurants nearby, some in walking distance. Room was clean and comfortable. Refrigerator, Microwave & Keurig in room. Friendly Staff. Continental Breakfast in Morning. Pleasant stay.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Signature Temecula
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is AU$148 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$148
16 Feb - 17 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! (1,131 reviews)
Excellent front desk staff

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA
Stay at this 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! (1,336 reviews)
The rooms are spacious and beautiful. The staff was friendly and welcoming. I love all the things included with the room like the little s’mores kit, the kayaking, welcome drink, etc. Definitely will be coming back. It’s a beautiful hidden gem.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Lakehouse Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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
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
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Airport

While Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mission San Luis Rey Church and Ocean's Eleven Casino.

Airport
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North Valley

While visiting North Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Municipal Golf Course and Arrowood Golf Course.

North Valley
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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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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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