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Empress Hotel of La Jolla

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near La Jolla Cove

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Exterior
Dinner served, Italian cuisine
Terrace/patio
In the heart of La Jolla, Empress Hotel of La Jolla invites you to experience warm hospitality. Enjoy a delicious self-serve breakfast, unwind on the picturesque terrace or keep fit at the gym. With in-room WiFi and an Italian cuisine steakhouse on site, this hotel is sure to delight.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $174
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Cove - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Windansea Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • La Jolla Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • La Jolla Shores Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Birch Aquarium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 25 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 28 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 33 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 44 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 61 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 10 min drive
  • Solana Beach Station - 19 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Public House La Jolla - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Girard Gourmet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Empress Hotel of La Jolla puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Manhattan of La Jolla, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 74 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (450 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Manhattan of La Jolla - This steakhouse specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 17.24 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room coffee
    • Laundry facilities
    • Newspaper

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

Also known as

Empress Hotel
Empress Hotel La Jolla
Empress La Jolla
Hotel Empress
Empress Hotel Jolla
Empress Jolla
Empress Of La Jolla La Jolla
Empress Hotel of La Jolla Hotel
Empress Hotel of La Jolla La Jolla
Empress Hotel of La Jolla Hotel La Jolla
Empress Hotel of La Jolla A Greystone Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Empress Hotel of La Jolla offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Empress Hotel of La Jolla does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Empress Hotel of La Jolla and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Empress Hotel of La Jolla also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Yes, Manhattan of La Jolla offers Italian cuisine.

What's the area around Empress Hotel of La Jolla like?

Empress Hotel of La Jolla is in Village of La Jolla, a short 10-minute walk from La Jolla Cove and 16 minutes' walk from Windansea Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Empress Hotel of La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Bed
Parking
Beach
Store
Breakfast
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The property's on-site restaurant and nearby dining options offer excellent food and convenient access to a variety of great restaurants. (13 reviews)
  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and pleasant beach experience. (10 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently good with a variety of choices and a clean, well-maintained serving area. (19 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Room very clean and comfortable for our one night family trip.
Rhona, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very comfortable bed, nice staff, great location.
Robyn, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel great location. Bed was too soft for me. Would definitely stay again.
michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was excellent. Had dinner one night in the chophouse restaurant located in the hotel and that was delicious.
steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with great staff, they had warm cookies, beach towels, beach chairs…
Hande, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast
anyssa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time with family at this hotel. Very easy to go every where what we wanted
Jee Hyun, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay. Hotel was walkable to a lot of points of interest
Lauren, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Gem in La Jolla

Excellent choice for our girls weekend to La Jolla. Walkable to shopping, seals and super good food and drink. And bonus having the Manhattan restaurant on site with live music every night!
Barbra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great location at a very good price
Martha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay. Rooms were remodeled and so nice. Great location, everything was walkable.
Stacy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff
Veronica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The reception staff very helpful and accommodating
AHMED, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10

Our experience at Empress was great from minute we checked in to check out. The rooms are clean and spacious, the complementary breakfast was delicious and the restaurant there is to die for!! This hotel is very conveniently located as well. Would definitely stay here again!!
Jaiden, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Swim trip to La Jolla

Solo traveler. In town for the annual La Jolla Cove open water swim races. The Empress is about 10 minutes walk to the cove but significantly less expensive then the hotels next the cove. The place is nice and well kept. The only thing that wasn't above average was the breakfast as it was so so.
Ken, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was nice including the room. Restaurants and beach are within walking distance
Tomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is conveniently located to beaches, La Jolla Cove, and a lot of dining and shopping. The room was very spacious!
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The quality and size of the room was excellent. Everyone we dealt with was extremely friendly.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s in the perfect spot for everything.
James Green, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay

Nice place, but could do with some repairs. The place where breakfast was served was a bit run down. Breakfast was similar to many hotels, had expected something nicer. Also, didn’t like that had to pay extra for parking. Staff was friendly and helpful and room was clean and comfortable.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

old world glamorous hotel with a courteous staff, exemplary grounds and rooms, beautiful rooms with soft pillow top beds, generous breakfast, in the most walkable part of La Jolla.
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly. Good location.
William, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

No ocean view from our room, it was only on the 2nd floor and faced north. Breakfast was good and fresh. Room was clean. Bathroom could use a bit more privacy, as the door has slats. Parking is a problem, as you should get the QR code before you arrive and park in the structure across the street before checking in. TV has a sensor for the remote that can easily fall behind the dresser during cleaning, thus making the TV inoperable until you relocate the sensor. Location is great for the surrounding area and the price was decent considering we only stayed for a single Saturday night.
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We Loved the Empress Hotel of La Jolla! The hotel was clean. Staff was top notch. Rooms were spacious and the bed was comfortable. The Hotel is very walkable to La Jolla village. Would definitely stay again.
Christina, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

It was okay

Drink options and menu was fine. They were pet friendly. Parking was pricey at a public garage across the street. They transferred us due to maintenance in the first room. The staff interrupted as they forgot to refill the soaps. The second room blanket smelt horrible. The lady in the breakfast / terrace area was rude. Going to think twice before I stay here again.
Cameron, 4-night trip