Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property

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View from property
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Terrace

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Upper Floors)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Upper Floors)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (First Floor)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (First Floor)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Sand Dollar Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

La Jolla

With a stay at Inn By The Sea La Jolla in La Jolla (Village of La Jolla), you'll be a 3-minute drive from La Jolla Cove and 8 minutes from Mission Bay. .This hotel is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Mission Beach and 10 mi (16.1 km) from University of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Windansea Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • La Jolla Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Birch Aquarium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bobboi Natural Gelato - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee La Jolla - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Queenstown Village - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Puesto La Jolla - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Courtroom - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Inn By The Sea La Jolla offers 133 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This La Jolla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 133 guestrooms featuring MP3 docking stations. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Room service is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Inn Sea
Best Western Plus Inn Sea La Jolla
Best Western Plus Sea
Best Western Plus Sea La Jolla
Best Western La Jolla
Best Western Plus Inn By The Sea Hotel La Jolla
La Jolla Best Western
Inn Sea Jolla
Sea Jolla
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Inn By The Sea La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1123 out of 1583 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1583 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1583 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1583 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1583 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Friendly staff
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable

Literally an overnight stay. Room was a little underwhelming for a “deluxe” listing but comfortable beds. Bathroom was adequate. No shower gel (bar of soap was provided). Good wardrobe and drawer space for longer stays. All very clean and plenty of towels provided. Good sized balcony with just 2 chairs and small coffee table.Ocean View very limited! Friendly staff. Nearby breakfast options excellent. On site parking ($20 a night) but street parking also available.
Ocean view from balcony
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Comfortable beds. Nice location. Gould have used a microwave
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

GRACE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gym is two blocks away offsite, parking fee is extra $20/ day. No bar or on site food. It is an old motel in the process of being updated into a higher end facility. Ocean view room we thought we reserved was not available. But, the location is excellent and the price ok. They try hard and upgrades are in progress. Staff was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jhaney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home:)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time at Inn by the sea. We love it for its convenient proximity to La Jolla. The rooms have all we need. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julye

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great and the view we where so close to the beach. Walking distance and safe. Plus the pool was warm even though it was cold outside. Parking was great since I did not Want to go look for public parking the staff was so attentive and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Glendale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved sitting on the balcony, overlooking the ocean (some buildings to look over) eating my breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay at this hotel when I’m in San Diego. Love that it’s close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you love the ocean, and easy walking to everything, the best staff, (Jim is the man!) this is my home away from home when visiting my daughter! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Restaurants and shopping a block away. Close to the water. Beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri, Granada Hills

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location location location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is well maintained and located in a neighborhood with many dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotels. Staff very nice and accommodating. Beds very comfortable and lots of pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing and convenient stay at a great price.

Centrally located. Easy to walk to shops, restaurants and the beach. Comfortable room and a heated pool. The coffee area by the pool was great for the mornings. The staff was excellent and helpful when called upon. The $20 parking fee per night was well worth it to me.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy

Solid place to stay while working in La Jolla
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025