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Our top choices for La Jolla beach hotels

A modern interior with a blue sofa, patterned rug, and a staircase.

1. Orli La Jolla

Orli La Jolla
2.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Beautiful small boutique hotel in gorgeous La Jolla. Perfect place to stay. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beach!"
United States
Joanne
The price is AED 1,253
AED 1,633 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Orli La Jolla
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.

2. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,940 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Freddie
The price is AED 696
AED 800 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A room with checkered patterned chairs, a round table with food and drinks, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

3. Grande Colonial Hotel

Grande Colonial Hotel
4.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Aigul
The price is AED 1,025
AED 1,368 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Grande Colonial Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture, a stone building, and a view of the ocean and golf course.

4. Pantai Inn

Pantai Inn
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
David
The price is AED 1,331
AED 1,605 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Pantai Inn
A deck with wicker furniture, a table, and an umbrella.

5. Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove

Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay next to the ocean"
United States
Sara
The price is AED 1,071
AED 1,210 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove
A multi-story hotel with a beach mural, palm trees, and a sign for 'Theshoal La Jolla Beach'.

6. The Shoal La Jolla Beach

The Shoal La Jolla Beach
2.5 star property
Beach Barber Tract
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very clean and close to the beach!"
United States
Randy
The price is AED 455
AED 514 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Shoal La Jolla Beach
A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a patterned pillow, a glass container with seashells, and a book titled "The Sea."

7. La Jolla Riviera Inn

La Jolla Riviera Inn
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (671 reviews)
"It's located so close to the beach that it's the perfect place to enjoy the shoreline."
Mexico
Chang wouk
The price is AED 559
AED 631 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
La Jolla Riviera Inn
A round table with a beige umbrella, two water bottles, and a book.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
Beach Barber Tract
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful. This quaint hotel is family- run and it a short walk to the beach."
Canada
Sheppy
The price is AED 591
AED 680 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent sign reading "Empress Hotel La Jolla."

9. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Empress Hotel of La Jolla
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I’ll definitely stay here again if I make my way back to La Jolla!"
United States
Lindsay
The price is AED 758
AED 935 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Empress Hotel of La Jolla
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

10. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,345 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Kevin
The price is AED 822
AED 1,178 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A beachside seating area with a table set for two, overlooking the ocean.

11. La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club

La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club
4.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (603 reviews)
"Great staff,beach and pool area. Always love staying here. Thank you!"
United States
nancy
The price is AED 635
AED 1,018 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club
A balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees, a store with snack bags, and a street with parked cars.

12. Cormorant Boutique Hotel

Cormorant Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (593 reviews)
"Great stay and staff was fantastic!"
United States
Malik
The price is AED 759
AED 857 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Cormorant Boutique Hotel
A table with a meal, drinks, and a bottle of champagne on a balcony overlooking a beach.

13. La Valencia Hotel

La Valencia Hotel
4.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Bar was awesome"
United States
Sorin
The price is AED 1,088
AED 1,415 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
La Valencia Hotel
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a white armchair, and a wooden coffee table. There is a stone fireplace, large windows with plants, and a television mounted on the wall.

14. Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (736 reviews)
"The decoration is really beautiful. I loved the food and service. It is pretty close to the beach and restaurants."
Mexico
Adriana
The price is AED 653
AED 897 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

15. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,251 reviews)
"The view was amazing! Housekeeping staff was excellent. The property was centrally located and close to shops and restraunts."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AED 760
AED 874 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
La Jolla Cove Suites
A beachfront hotel with a balcony overlooking the ocean, a walkway lined with palm trees, and a view of the beach.

16. Pacific Terrace Hotel

Pacific Terrace Hotel
4.0 star property
Pacific Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, it’s a great hotel right on PB with tons of restaurants and bars on the walk!"
United States
Allen Dean
The price is AED 889
AED 1,022 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Pacific Terrace Hotel
A beachfront hotel with multiple floors, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the beach.

17. Tower23 Hotel

Tower23 Hotel
4.0 star property
Pacific Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved this hotel so much I will definitely stay there again the location is prime and the restaurant is incredible"
United States
Tierney Shea
The price is AED 955
AED 1,079 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Tower23 Hotel
A beach view with a palm tree, a covered area with people, and a building with a sloped roof.

18. The Beach Cottages

The Beach Cottages
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Fantastic location!"
United States
Jade
The price is AED 456
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Beach Cottages
A poolside bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of a golf course at sunset.

19. The Lodge at Torrey Pines

The Lodge at Torrey Pines
5.0 star property
Torrey Pines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and the staff was very friendly and accommodating with our dog. We will definitely be back!"
United States
Alan
The price is AED 1,672
AED 2,179 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Lodge at Torrey Pines
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

20. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Overall great location, staff, and room"
United States
Melissa
The price is AED 479
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in La Jolla

Pool
Breakfast included

Beach hotels with pools in La Jolla

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and palm trees.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2135)
The price is AED 526
AED 709 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in La Jolla

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and palm trees.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2135)
The price is AED 526
AED 709 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
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.
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Top La Jolla Hotel Reviews

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

8/10 Good
"We inquired about food available availability around dinner time they said there was none actually there was a full menu available at the bar at your front desk. Staff had no idea about having type two diabetes. I found this very Poor"
Steven 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What is La Jolla like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and university life, La Jolla offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best place to stay near the beach in La Jolla?
La Jolla Shores Hotel is a top beachfront hotel offering sun loungers and beach towels, located within a short 1-minute walk of La Jolla Beach. Other good options for your stay near the beach include La Jolla Cove Suites and La Valencia Hotel.
How many beach hotels can I expect to find in La Jolla?
Expedia has 8 beach hotels in La Jolla that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in La Jolla?
Plan your trip to the beach with a look at weather throughout the year in La Jolla: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for La Jolla is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do around La Jolla?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to La Jolla Cove or La Jolla Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Experience the area's surfing and university life, and make time for local attractions like Windansea Beach and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Bird Rock or Pacific Beach.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in La Jolla?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in La Jolla with ease. To get to La Jolla, you can fly into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), the closest major airport, which is located 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from the city center. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Nobel Drive Station, VA Medical Center Station, and UC San Diego Central Campus Station.

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