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 $169 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $169
CA $235 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,661 reviews)
Everything closed early but the pool was amazing!

Reviewed on Mar 22, 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! (1,014 reviews)
Pool area was messy, but our room was clean

Reviewed on Mar 22, 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! (4,521 reviews)
Room was exceptionally clean, Air conditioning kept room very comfortable, Staff was very professional and helpful, did not visit Shops and was a little disappointed I didn't get a chance to use the pool area as it was shut down.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 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! (1,226 reviews)
The property is below average with pretty shabby floors and hallway. Stains and dirt on stairs and hallway floors. Rooms near to the freeway will have loud noise from the road. We had booked 3 nights , but checked out after first night and remaining 2 nights we booked another hotel. Sadly not even ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula

3 out of 5
28980 Old Town Front St. Temecula CA
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! (1,770 reviews)
Room had a bad smell. Parking lot too small for all rooms. Breakfast…? 2 out of 10.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 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! (1,608 reviews)
Room was pretty clean overall. And it’s walking distance from the beach and there is fast food and restaurants nearby. Only negative is the sofa bed had a big tear in the setback.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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 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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