Oceanside’s Crown Jewel: Mission Pacific Tops T+L’s Best

Mission Pacific Beach Resort has been named the No. 1 Resort Hotel in the Continental U.S. and the No. 1 California Resort Hotel in the 2024 edition of the Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards!

The 29th edition of the World’s Best Awards highlights the leaders in travel, including top cities, islands, hotels, cruise lines, airlines, and airports.

The complete survey results featuring Oceanside’s premier beachfront resorts are available now on Travel + Leisure’s website here and will be featured in the August issue.

A Vibrant Oceanfront Destination

Opened in 2021, Mission Pacific Beach Resort, part of The Bicester Collection, is a vibrant 161-room oceanfront destination.

Undeniably Southern Californian, the hotel is charged with local creative energy, speaking to discerning travelers who appreciate the unpretentious vibes of San Diego County.

A dining destination in its own right, Mission Pacific is home to Valle, a MICHELIN-starred restaurant from Baja’s acclaimed chef Roberto Alcocer, paying homage to Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe.

Additional onsite venues include High/Low and The Rooftop Bar, an all-day beach club oasis with sunset views and regular DJ sessions.

The restored Top Gun House, known for its appearance in the 1986 hit film Top Gun, is also situated on Mission Pacific grounds. Lovers of the classic film can enjoy Americana desserts, offering signature hand pies filled with seasonal, locally picked fruits.

Located steps away, Mission Pacific’s sister resort, The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, is ranked among the Top 15 within the Best Continental U.S.

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa embodies the spirit of classic coastal living—emblematic of a favorite family beach house with a nautically inspired, eye-catching aesthetic.

Signature amenities at the 226-room beachfront resort include an expansive pool deck with ocean views, the indulgent Sunny’s Spa & Beauty Lounge, signature restaurant, Piper, and sunset hotspot, The Shore Room.