Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Lake

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Lobby
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3708 Plaza Dr, Oceanside, CA, 92056
  • Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Oceanside

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Lake motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tri-City Hospital District and Calavera Park. Boomers Vista and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • SoCal Sports Complex - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 10 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel perfectly located for exploring Lake
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA. Self parking is free.

This Oceanside motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 135 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA offers 135 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout drapes/curtains. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

This Oceanside motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Oceanside, CA to the airport?

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA is 6 mi (14-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA on Oct 5, 2025 start from $69.34, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Motel 6 Oceanside, CA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA.

How close is Motel 6 Oceanside, CA to the beach?

This motel is 5.7 mi (14-min drive) from Carlsbad State Beach and 6 mi (14-min drive) from Oceanside Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 Oceanside, CA offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Oceanside, CA?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Oceanside, CA have a pool?

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA features an outdoor pool.

Does Motel 6 Oceanside, CA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Oceanside, CA to downtown Oceanside?

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA is 4.9 mi away from Oceanside.

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 170 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 221 out of 1008 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

JACOB, Melbourne

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We had to listen to two small barking dogs for our entire night. Those same neighbors were smoking and you could smell it in our room. I was to tired to deal with moving rooms so we just tolerated it. The was pretty dirty and would definitely use flops if you take a shower. I would not stay here again. On an upside the staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Amenities
The elevator was not in a convenient location so I had to climb two sets of stairs to my room. There was no internet connection and the phone wouldn’t stay connected for me to talk to the front desk. This stay was not definitely with the $85, should have been $40. Since I could not connect to the internet, I could not finish my project for work so that was an inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Alesha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy and simple. The main reason we chose this property was first; the price $100 a night, second; the location, distance to Legoland, so of course we didn’t expect valet or room service. The beds were amazingly firm and the shower was hot-hot which was much needed after our long days walking through Legoland. My 3-stars is based on the fact that we requested a first floor room since my husband is in a medical boot (they put us on the third floor) and we did not figure out which was the third floor elevator button until check-out. Also, we only had 2 towels in our room which were more like face towels and when I went to request more they did not have any available. ALL the staff was super friendly and there was other families at the hotel though I am assuming there are also some rooms that are being used as full-time residences since there was home decor in some of the windows.
Third floor button is the “Access Off” with the 2 arrows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, the overall stay was not good, they had unsecured internet that never worked, the blankets on the bed had a bunch of cigarette burns holes all over them, why would they re-use them like that? The surrounding activity was also not good, this is the worst experience stay I've had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brent, Midland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always 100% with no deviation at all!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Luke

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor overall condition
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

DANIEL

Disliked: Staff & service
I only used the place basically for a clean bed to sleep and to shower at night. Most of the day I was out celebrating with my friends. The motel served my needs at an affordable price!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
There’s was so much noise in the morning also the bed make so much noise every time I would move. Other than that staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tristyne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HORRIBLE hotel. The shower was gross and looked dirty. Room smelt like a homeless person. And I was scared to sleep in the bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

EDGAR

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
TV didnt work pro perla contacted the frontera desk 2 times and they never showed up to fix it i stayed 2 nights and out room was not clean the de in day
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Guaraciara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot noise , but the room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Actually an underrated spot and such a great place both in and out. The room was clean and furniture was incredibly up to date, the bathroom was nice and I was about 15 minutes away from the beach and everything else great. There’s also a ton of things to do nearby, I’m glad this place is sort of a hidden gem and amazing for the price too. I normally don’t leave reviews out but this place was awesome. I intend on coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Irvin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No coffee in room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jorge

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerardo

Traveled with family
Decent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Bradyn N

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room relatively clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

No handicap room available

I requested a handicap room 3 weeks before my stay and did not get one room was very small hard to use my Walker could not fit my wheelchair in there the bathroom only had bars in the shower so it was hard to use the restroom I don't understand how I was allowed to book a room asking for those amenities just for them to tell me they didn't have any rooms available when I went to check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025