Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Oceanside travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oceanside

With a population of 167,086, Oceanside is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Oceanside has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Oceanside

If you’re looking for affordable options, 333 Pacific - Steaks & Seafood (333 N. Pacific St) and Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub (1815 South Coast Highway) are great picks.

When to visit Oceanside

Oceanside in January
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oceanside in January
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oceanside in August, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Oceanside, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Oceanside

Plane

When flying to Oceanside, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Oceanside include United Airlines, American Airlines and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Oceanside departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 23m.

Car

Another option to get to Oceanside is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 80 miles from Oceanside. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Oceanside, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Oceanside include United Airlines, American Airlines and Porter Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Oceanside departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 23m.

Car

Another option to get to Oceanside is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 80 miles from Oceanside. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Oceanside

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Oceanside

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,588 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,654 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,365 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,774 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,515 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,378 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oceanside

Average rates range from around $299 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $290 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area and Ramada by Wyndham Oceanside. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Oceanside, with prices from $16 to $1,656 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Oceanside are about 61% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Oceanside by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Oceanside

Most booked hotels in Oceanside

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Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1947 reviews)
$115+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Oceanside
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 482 reviews)
$169+
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LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 994 reviews)
$267+
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 847 reviews)
$209+
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Best Western Oceanside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1483 reviews)
$107+
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Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1029 reviews)
$184+
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Renting a car in Oceanside

Renting a car in Oceanside costs $47 per day, on average, or $142 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Oceanside (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Oceanside is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Oceanside costs $47 per day, on average, or $142 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Oceanside (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Oceanside is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Oceanside

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$38/day

Intermediate SUV
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