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Our top choices for La Jolla motels

Room

1. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (277 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is AED 292
AED 329 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Super quiet area, friendly staff"
United States
Rony
The price is AED 364
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Property grounds

3. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (940 reviews)
"Very calm , clean and quiet ! Staying there again."
United States
Deniya
The price is AED 551
AED 606 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
El Rancho Motel
Beach nearby

4. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (892 reviews)
"Very nice place recomended"
United States
Ruben
The price is AED 466
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Coronado Inn
Lobby

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,342 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is AED 345
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Exterior

6. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (580 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is AED 466
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Coronado Island Inn
Beach/ocean view

7. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (644 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
Moonlight Beach Motel
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

8. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,068 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is AED 264
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Lobby

9. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (902 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 314
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Lobby sitting area

10. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (840 reviews)
"Excellent stay in every way."
United States
Seth
The price is AED 680
AED 747 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Crown City Inn
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The room and staff were great and the breakfast was delicious and outstanding. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed in a hotel with a better breakfast whether it was included or not. It was nice to have several restaurants in close proximity as well. Highly recommend!"
United States
John
The price is AED 448
AED 493 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Outdoor pool

12. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.6 out of 10, (1,586 reviews)
"Everything look good little old building but good to sleep"
United States
Jack
The price is AED 288
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Arcade

13. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,220 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Johnny
The price is AED 455
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
The Rambler Hotel
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

14. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent service Very professional staff. Very clean room I really enjoyed my stay."
United States
Arturo Rivera
The price is AED 297
AED 327 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

15. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is AED 276
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Lobby sitting area

16. Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay no issues"
United States
Ashley
The price is AED 288
AED 316 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.8 out of 10, (481 reviews)
"The friendliness of the front desk manager is always genuine.. he’s helpful friendly and the room is always clean and comfortable"
United States
Sonia
The price is AED 323
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

18. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (719 reviews)
"Nice bed spacious rooms quiet"
United States
Nelson
The price is AED 270
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Northgate Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

19. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (460 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is AED 236
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Escondido Lodge
Property grounds

20. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (306 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is AED 290
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Villa Serena
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Top La Jolla Hotel Reviews

Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good
"Restaurant not available. Was told we would called when room was available and we were not. Just sitting around waiting"
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to La Jolla?
By saving on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in La Jolla. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include Mission Bay, San Diego Zoo, and Petco Park.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in La Jolla?
These are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. The Rambler Hotel is located 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central La Jolla is 24.2 mi (39 km) away. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 18 mi (28.9 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego: Central La Jolla is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: 20 mi (32.2 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in La Jolla?
While you're sightseeing around the area, enjoy its scenic seaside and top-notch restaurants. Visitors like La Jolla for its aquarium. Favorite places in and around La Jolla include Mission Bay, San Diego Zoo, and Petco Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Windansea Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Bird Rock. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, Belmont Park, and Maritime Museum of San Diego.
What's the seasonal weather like in La Jolla?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in La Jolla to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around La Jolla when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in La Jolla to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away. Nearby metro stations include Nobel Drive Station, VA Medical Center Station, and UC San Diego Central Campus Station.

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