Empress Hotel of La Jolla

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A short walk from La Jolla Cove, Empress Hotel of La Jolla provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Italian cuisine steakhouse, Manhattan of La Jolla, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is £198
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(86 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a television.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Village of La Jolla, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, Empress Hotel of La Jolla is in a shopping district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Beach, while Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Del Mar Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours. Visit our La Jolla travel guide
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7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037

What's nearby

  • A modern building with palm trees, a stop sign, and a clear blue sky.
    Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a golf course, beachfront, and residential buildings.
    La Jolla Cove
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A rocky beach with people, waves, and a building with a thatched roof.
    Windansea Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cuvier Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • La Jolla Tide Pools
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station
    8 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station
    10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Better Buzz Coffee
    3 min walk
  • The Spot
    5 min walk
  • Le Coq
    5 min walk
  • Sugar and Scribe
    2 min walk
  • Public House La Jolla
    2 min walk

About this property

Empress Hotel of La Jolla

  • Hotel near La Jolla Cove
  • Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services at Empress Hotel of La Jolla. The on-site Italian cuisine steakhouse, Manhattan of La Jolla, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Express check-out, 2 meeting rooms and a lift
    • Luggage storage, wedding services and concierge services
    • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 74 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
    • Free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Empress Hotel of La Jolla pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empress Hotel of La Jolla on 15 Nov 2026 start from £198, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Empress Hotel of La Jolla located?

Located in Village of La Jolla, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and La Jolla Cove. La Jolla Beach is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Empress Hotel of La Jolla Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 999 reviews

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8/10 Good

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We had a wonderful stay at the Empress Hotel! The front desk staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and accommodating. The hotel is cute, comfortable, and has a lovely atmosphere. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location walking distance to the seals and Children’s Pool. The local music was a nice touch. Loved that everything was walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were very clean . The towels were luxurious. The location was convenient to so many places (cafes, art museum, beach. There is a wonderful restaurant in the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and very helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Large rooms very clean and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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We enjoyed our stay it was a nice hotel very clean safe but we thought there was a pool and there wasn't.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, staff was friendly and breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice Staff, clean rooms, great breakfast, nice bar. prefect location, really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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I liked the underground secured parking. It is close to a lot of restaurants and the ocean. We visited during hot weather, adding a ceiling fan to our room would be big in staying cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The staff was very friendly, and the location is great. I'm not sure why there is an extra "resort" fee for flavored water, breakfast, and one robe in the room (especially when there is more than one guest in the room). But again, the staff were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location and great pricing
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location is perfect. Everything including shops, restaurants, La Jolla cove and the Cave store is walkable. The bed was very comfortable, the breakfast was impressive and the parking is about as easy as it comes!! A fantastic stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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La Jolla is a great place. Nice and friendly Hotel. We’ll stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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everything was clean and breakfast was as expected. the front desk and check in process was professional and efficient. I will recommend and visit again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very convenient location, comfortable bed, nice toiletries. breakfast was typical hotel breakfast, but very nice area to enjoy it. we kept having to ask for in room coffee, but staff provided it quickly. would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and room. Regular AC didn’t work needed portable one?! Sink faucet only trickle took 2 days before it worked properly. Nice to have great restaurant on premises.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast is excellent and the hotel is very clean, the location is unbeatable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Dated but well maintained. Good location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room, friendly staff and decent breakfast in variety of choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable beds, nice staff & good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice Rooms, Friendly Staff, Hot Breakfast!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Very comfortable bed, nice staff, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location and nice stsff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room very clean and comfortable for our one night family trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025