San Luis Rey

Oceanside

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.
Built in 1798 this is the eighteenth of twenty one Missions built by the Spanish along the El Camino Real in California.

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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
The price is CA $166 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
CA $166
CA $232 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,657 reviews)
We really liked rhis resort only that the sofa bed cover and sheets were never changed out super dirty. I did call fronf desk and rheh sent clean one up. The slide is also only open until 4:45pm so kiddos weren't able to enjoy that. Resort is nice by mountains

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

4 out of 5
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar CA
The price is CA $258 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $258
CA $293 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in Del Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
This is an ideal location for getting around. Breakfast staff were great. Check in person took so long to check us in and then gave directions we couldn’t understand. Our room was the farthest away from restaurant and lobby. We stayed two nights and no room tidying the second night. Housekeeping ...

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76 Valley Center CA
The price is CA $154 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
CA $154
CA $194 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valley Center. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,518 reviews)
Everything was ok just too much smoking

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
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 CA $154 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
CA $154
CA $173 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,225 reviews)
The staff was so friendly, the location was walkable to food and the beach. Our room was ok - we were near the expressway so very noisy but you get use to it! Smoke free property but the AC unit had an odor. Free breakfast was nice , but the same items all 5 days! For the price we paid I would recommend ...

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula

3 out of 5
28980 Old Town Front St. Temecula CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $103 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
CA $103
CA $115 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Temecula. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,765 reviews)
We have stayed here a few times. Since covid the free breakfast items are lacking. I like the location and its very reasonable price, but not having real half and half for coffee or any decent breakfast is not worth it.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Signature Temecula
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is CA $151 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
CA $151
CA $169 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,606 reviews)
The area needs attention and remodeling.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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Other neighbourhoods around San Luis Rey

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Oceana

While there might not be top attractions in Oceana, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church.

Oceana
Oceanside Pier at Sunset

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

Though Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church.

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro
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Airport

When in Airport, you can plan a visit to Ocean's Eleven Casino and Mission San Luis Rey Church, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Airport
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North Valley

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

North Valley
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Loma Alta

If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, Ocean's Eleven Casino and North County Model Railroad Society 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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