La Jolla, CA

Travel Guide

La Jolla showing general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach
La Jolla showing general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach
Ellen Browning Scripps Park which includes rugged coastline, general coastal views and waves
Ellen Browning Scripps Park featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views
Torrey Pines State Beach showing a sunset, rugged coastline and general coastal views

Where to stay in La Jolla

Taking an early morning stroll at the Cove

Village of La Jolla

4.5/5(322 area reviews)

Seaside community offering scuba diving, surfing, and picturesque beaches like La Jolla Cove. Explore Mount Soledad, Museum of Contemporary Art, and indulge in upmarket dining and shopping along Prospect Street and Girard Avenue.

Village of La Jolla
La Jolla Shores

La Jolla Shores

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

La Jolla Shores
Awesome place to watch the sunset.

Beach Barber Tract

4.5/5(52 area reviews)

While visiting Beach Barber Tract, you might make a stop by sights like Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach.

Beach Barber Tract
Empty beach at the La Jolla cove California, due to covid-19 pandemic

Bird Rock

If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Bird Rock
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Muirlands

While Muirlands isn't home to many top sights, Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Muirlands
Golf Course at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, California

Country Club

While Country Club might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial.

Country Club
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is AED 599 per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
AED 599
AED 690 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,240 reviews)
Should have coffee in the lobby before the restaurant opens - the staff all friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 22 January 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro La Jolla CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,379 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 23 January 2026

La Jolla Shores Hotel
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
9700 N Torrey Pines Road La Jolla CA
The price is AED 1,135 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 1,135
AED 1,520 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews)
Very peaceful environment and extremely friendly and helpful staff members

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
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.
|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled

|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled

San Diego CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La ...
10/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at the house. The host had various snacks and drinks in kitchen and refrigerator-which was a hit with the kids. The place was clean and we had more than enough towels and bathroom supplies. The host was very responsive. We were so close to beach , the location was perfect! ...

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

San Diego CA
Stay at this condo in La Jolla. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Great responsive host, clean place, and strolling distance to fantastic restaurants.

Reviewed on 10 December 2025

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything

La Jolla CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
Excellent location, walkable to all downtown has to offer. Hosts were great with communication and had many recommendations for restaurants and cafes. Noise from the street is a bit loud but they provide a sound machine in the bedroom so no problems sleeping.

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
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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Reviews of La Jolla

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
618
5 - Excellent 70%
4 - Good
216
4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
37
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The most beautiful place in San Diego!!!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

La Jolla is a cool get away but it’s like every one can tell you are from out of town and doesn’t have manners almost got hit crossing the street twice, the beach is clean and it’s what you expect from a uppity beach area don’t expect friendly hello

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The hiking trails are amazing!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

La Jolla is very beautiful with amazing views, delicious restaurants and interesting shops. Will definitely visit again soon! :)

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We’ve been coming to La Jolla for the past 22 years. It’s our home away from home.