Oceanside is 3 miles south of Camp Pendleton and 40 miles north of downtown San Diego. Most Oceanside hotels and motels are near the beach or along I-5.
Oceanside is 3 miles south of Camp Pendleton and 40 miles north of downtown San Diego. Most Oceanside hotels and motels are near the beach or along I-5.
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"Great rates. I stayed at this motel two different times in one week. The 1st room was so nice; the 2nd wasn't as nice, but it was clean. The employees were pleasant and helpful. There was a $50 deposit that was refunded.2021-04-15"
"Good value. The motel room was clean and well-stocked, and the bed was comfortable. The front desk service was excellent. If you don't mind tile floors or freeway noise, you'll like staying here.2019-12-09"
"Terrible motel. Stay somewhere else.2016-08-16"
"A horrible experience. Don't stay at this motel.2015-12-29"
"The hotel was calm, discreet, and clean. The staff was welcoming.2017-04-27"
"Convenient location. Nice, spacious room and bathroom. The hotel staff was friendly and helped us in every way possible. 2016-06-02"
"Easy access to I-5. The hotel was only about 5 minutes from the Camp Pendleton main gate. Quiet room. The staff was friendly and considerate. 2016-03-29"
"Good experience. The hotel wasn't new, but it was clean. Short walk or drive to the beach. The room was clean, and it was great having a hot breakfast. No pool or exercise room.2019-11-13"
"Nice, clean hotel. A storm knocked out the computer system, so I wasn't able to get a receipt.2017-01-27"
"Good stay. The hotel was quiet and not crowded.2016-07-10"
"Reasonable rates, and the room was as nice and well-appointed as a premium hotel. A bit of a walk to the train station and pier. I'd stay here again.2016-01-26"
"Price seemed too high for a small hotel with few amenities. But the room was clean and spacious, and the staff was friendly. Heard a dog barking at night in another room. Didn't like the breakfast.2015-02-26"
"The motel was clean and comfortable. I was in a wheelchair, and the employees were kind and made sure I got an appropriate room. Breakfast was great. Stay here; you won't be disappointed.2021-08-24"
"Good motel. The room was clean, and breakfast was delicious.2018-02-01"
"The hotel room was spacious, but it had a nasty smell. There was a lot of noise from outside and the room above ours. The toilet didn't flush, and the caulking around the bathtub was discolored and nasty.2021-11-15"
"I was given a handicap room, and it didn't smell good. I had to call the hotel clerk and request clean bedding or a room change. She said no other rooms were available. No continental breakfast.2018-07-17"
"Less than a mile from shops and restaurants. The beds in our hotel room were doubles, not queens. The pool was small, and the breakfast area was overcrowded. Poor parking. Don't recommend.2016-08-15"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
6 miles from beach
In southeast Oceanside near Plaza Camino Real
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - Jan 2019+ < Less
"Close to restaurants and stores. The room was clean, and suited us and our dogs. The hotel staff was friendly and efficient. No ice machines. Good place to stay.2018-04-10"
"Everything was great. The hotel clerk was nice and helpful. Because of him, I'll stay here every time I visit my son. Book a room.2019-05-27"
"The hotel was clean and up-to-date, and the beds were new and comfortable. The staff was friendly, and breakfast was delicious. I stayed 3 nights and really enjoyed my stay.2019-02-07"
"Everything was fine but the sofa bed; I could feel the springs in the mattress, even when we put it on the floor. We had to ask for extra towels every day since there were 5 of us and we were only given enough for 3 people.2019-01-22"
"Ideal location for accessing freeways, but the hotel was a bit run-down. Our room was quiet. The curtains were tattered, and there was hair in the bedsheets. We reported the problem and got replacement linens. Pleasant housekeepers. The hallway carpet needed cleaning. The TV in the exercise room only had one channel. Some breakfast items weren't properly cooked. On a positive note, the hotel clerks were pleasant to talk with, and it was great having laundry facilities. The outdoor fountain was a nice touch. Walk to the beach and restaurants.2016-07-21"
"Great experience. The hotel was right next door to the train station, so if their horns bother you, don't stay here. The check-in clerk was helpful and professional, even though I didn't arrive until 10 PM. The room was spacious and had a sofa, desk, and king bed. I loved how clean it was, and it had good energy. 2019-07-07"
"The hotel room was nicely appointed, but I was quite disappointed that our room was right next to the train tracks. Trains blew their horns right as they went past our window. Only stay in rooms on the beach side.2016-08-19"
"I had an amazing stay. The staff was friendly and helpful, and they let us check out late. I definitely recommend this hotel.2019-10-05"
"Close to soccer fields and restaurants. We arrived early, and the hotel room wasn't ready. The suite was nice. Breakfast needed improvement, but we had a good stay.2018-04-12"
"Good hotel overall. The TV remote control and garbage disposal didn't work, though.2016-01-07"
"The motel was close to the beach and some restaurants. The coffee was expired; I asked for new coffee, and got more expired coffee. There were holes in the floor under the carpet.2022-07-13"
"You can't beat this motel for the price. The room was clean, and the staff was friendly.2019-12-29"
"The motel was close to the beach and restaurants. The room was clean, and the staff was nice.2019-11-17"
"The motel room was clean.2018-02-06"
"The motel was well-kept and right by I-5. Walk to the Oceanside Marina and a plethora of restaurants. The rates were reasonable. Nice, clean room with granite counters and shower, a fridge, microwave, iron, coffee maker, a small safe, and good towels. The clerk was wonderful in assisting me with directions and some issues unrelated to my stay, and the clerk the next day was also pleasant and helpful. There was a guest computer and printer in the office. Typical continental breakfast. Stay here.2018-01-05"
"Great location and rates. The hotel was clean, and the Internet worked well. Breakfast was outstanding.2019-09-03"
"The hotel was nice and quiet. The room was clean and had a comfortable bed.2018-01-25"
"Good location. Nothing fancy, but the hotel was clean and the room was comfortable. The complimentary breakfast was good and convenient. I'd definitely stay here again.2016-09-07"
"A clean, comfortable hotel. The parking lot could be difficult to get in and out of. I had a hassle-free experience.2015-09-12"
"A wonderful motel. All the employees were nice. I'd stay here again.2019-01-13"
"The motel clerk made this an amazing stay. We arrived early and she accommodated our family. The manager was an absolute gem as well. We'll definitely be back.2017-11-13"
"This was my 2nd stay at this hotel. It was so nice, clean, and comfortable, and the check-in clerk was accommodating. The room had everything I needed, and I loved the bedsheets and pillows. There was a lovely observation deck on the 6th floor to watch the sunset, and a small bar area by the lobby. Excellent breakfast prices. Ice water and coffee were available in the lobby. Easy parking. Great place; I'd stay here again.2018-11-03"
"Pleasant, well-equipped room. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and responsive. Good on-site restaurant with a nice selection. This hotel is a great option.2016-03-02"
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
2 restaurants - 2 lounges
Full-service spa
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $44 per night
Pet friendly resort
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- allows dogs up to 100 pounds only, 2 dogs per room - no aggressive dog breeds allowed - $150 per stay pet fee. - Mar 2022 < Less
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 381 reviewsRead Recent Reviews
"Close to the military ball, but we had a terrible stay at this motel. It's not a pretty place, and many of the rooms were being renovated. The staff was nice, but that was it. The room smelled like cat urine and cigarettes, so we had to air it out. Decent bed, but not enough electrical outlets nearby. There was no hot water for showers, and since it was cold outside, it was horrible having to shower in cold water. Noisy guests woke us up repeatedly. The laundry room was gross. This was the worst place I've ever stayed.2015-12-07"
"Terrible motel stay. If you have asthma, you might die. Management had no care in the world.2015-03-15"
"The hotel room smelled like cigarettes. The front desk clerk ignored me for about 10 minutes.2020-06-06"
"I enjoyed my stay at this hotel, but the continental breakfast choices were limited.2019-07-15"
"The hotel room was clean, and housekeeping did a great job every day.2018-09-30"
"I loved the hotel room and the breakfast.2018-09-27"
"My hotel room was quite big, but it was a handicap room and didn't have a table lamp or coffee pot. Water from the shower flooded the bathroom.2018-08-13"
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Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
