Oceanside, California, rests on the shores of the Pacific Coast and is the third largest city in the Greater San Diego area with a population of 179,000. This coastal town neighbors the Camp Pendleton military base and provides tourists with access to Cleveland National Forest, a park that has trails for hiking. Vacationing can be expensive, but there are hotels in Oceanside that provide reasonable room rates for people traveling on a budget.
Motel 6 lies on the North Coast Highway in the downtown district of Oceanside, less than a five-minute drive from the California Surf Museum. This museum feature exhibits that display the surfing culture of California's Pacific Coast. Hotel amenities include a guest laundromat and outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool tub. Each of the guest rooms at Motel 6 feature cable television and access to high-speed Internet. Microwaves and refrigerators are available upon request. Pets are allowed to stay for an extra fee, and children stay for free. Rates start at $54 per night.
Motel 6 is within five miles of the the Mission San Luis Rey. Founded in 1798, this historical monastery is a National Historic Landmark and is open for the public to view. Families staying at Motel 6 can check out Legoland California, a Lego-themed water park that provides facilities for swimming activities.
Motel 6 Oceanside Downtown
909 North Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA 92054
760-721-1543
motel6.com
Days Inn Oceanside on the Coast lies on Oceanside's Carmelo Drive, less than a mile from Interstate 5 and Oceanside Harbor. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary continental breakfast and a picnic area with barbecue pits. All the guest rooms include a king- or queen-size bed, a refrigerator and a microwave. There are also parking spaces available for large trucks and RVs. Rates start at $89 per night.
Days Inn is less than five miles west of Oceanside's Capistrano Park. This recreational area features paths for cycling and picnic areas. Golfing enthusiasts can visit the 18-hole Center City Golf Course, which is less than 10 minutes from the hotel.
Days Inn Oceanside on the Coast
1501 Carmelo Drive
Oceanside, CA 92054
760-722-7661
oceansidedaysinn.com
Oceanside Travelodge is situated on the Oceanside section of the North Coast Highway, right off of Interstate 5. The hotel is approximately 10 minutes from Cape Cod Village, a shopping center with stores and restaurants. The hotel is also near the Oceanside Marina, a recreational area that has facilities for fishing and boating excursions. Travelodge offers a business center with fax services, free local calls and parking spaces for large trucks and RVs. All guest rooms include a microwave and refrigerator, as well as high-speed Internet access. Pets can stay for a nominal fee. Rates begin at $69 per night.
Oceanside Travelodge
1401 North Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA 92054
760-722-1244
travelodge.com
