La Jolla, CA

Travel Guide

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
Mount Soledad showing a sunset, a city and landscape views

Where to stay in La Jolla

Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

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
La Jolla Cove which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

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
Beautiful sunsets of San  Diego.

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
La Jolla

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
Another example of this place looking fun. #waterlust

Muirlands

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

Muirlands
Low tide love.

Bird Rock

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

Bird Rock
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 629 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
AED 629
AED 723 total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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! (2,149 reviews)
Was able to get checked in early!

Reviewed on 19 November 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

4 out of 5
10950 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla CA
The price is AED 526 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
AED 526
AED 753 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in La Jolla. Enjoy room service, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Room for was clean, good bed and nice hot shower . The hotel itself is a little out dated, but the staff are very friendly and the check in was quick and easy.

Reviewed on 18 November 2025

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
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 923 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
AED 923
AED 1,268 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
Worth the Price Tag
The property is beautiful. The staff are welcoming. The overall feel is warm. The gym has enough good equipment to get a good workout. It is clean and options for strength as well as cardio are there. Yoga is offered three times a week. The pool and hot-tub are beautiful with plenty of room in shade ...

Reviewed on 27 October 2025

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.
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! (149 reviews)
Clean, perfect location around lots of shops. Great for a couple looking to enjoy a few days in San Diego.

Reviewed on 6 November 2025

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

La Jolla CA
Stay at this apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and balconies. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at this cottage for five days. It was clean, comfortable and fit our needs. The location was beautiful and close to everything we wanted to see. We loved walking down the street to get coffee and walk down to look at the gorgeous ocean. Mark and Marty were warm, responsive ...

Reviewed on 22 November 2025

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
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! (244 reviews)
The Casita was charming and easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. Our hosts were also welcoming and helpful.

Reviewed on 17 November 2025

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.