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 $168 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
CA $168
CA $234 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (1,653 reviews)
We found this place after issues with our original booking and were pleasantly surprised

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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! (1,003 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 $315 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
CA $315
CA $368 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
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! (4,513 reviews)
All is ok

Reviewed on Mar 19, 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! (1,221 reviews)
Nice room with microwave, fridge and even a mini stove.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 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 $98 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
CA $98
CA $109 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! (1,763 reviews)
For the price and location this is a gem to me as it is close to everything I want. The single bed room is huge and has plenty of space, more than enough room for me to roll out my yoga mat and workout. Nice color schemes, comfy bed, fast hot water, and shower pressure is actually good.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 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 $170 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! (1,602 reviews)
Staff was very friendly. There was an issue with one of the key-cards not working, so both cards were replaced, but one of them still wouldn't work.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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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