La Valencia Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near La Jolla Cove

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Villa, 1 King Bed (King Ocean) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Villa (King Suite Garden) | Living room | Plasma TV, DVD player
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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1132 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Place, La Jolla Cove
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuvier Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room (Selected at Check In)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 800 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Vintage Ocean)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic King Junior Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Classic King, Ocean)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Villa (King Suite Garden)

  • 800 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (King Suite Ocean)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 King Bed (King Ocean)

  • 419 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Villa (King Garden)

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Vintage King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

La Jolla

Village of La Jolla stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Village of La Jolla hotel, you'll find La Jolla Cove and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Also, Cuvier Park is within half a mile (1 km) and La Jolla Tide Pools is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ellen Browning Scripps Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • La Jolla Cove - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Children's Cove - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cuvier Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaling Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Duke's La Jolla - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Georges at the Cove - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Queenstown Village - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Courtroom Cantina - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La Valencia Hotel

4-star beach hotel near La Jolla Cove
La Valencia Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury La Valencia Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1926
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
La Valencia Hotel offers 112 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This La Jolla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 80 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Weight limit: 75 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 44.83 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 80 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Valencia Hotel
Valencia Hotel La Jolla
Valencia La Jolla
Hotel La Valencia
La Valencia Jolla
La Valencia La Jolla
La Valencia Hotel Hotel
La Valencia Hotel La Jolla
La Valencia Hotel Hotel La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Valencia Hotel to the airport?

La Valencia Hotel is 12 mi (22-min drive) away from the San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Valencia Hotel?

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Valencia Hotel on Dec 14, 2025 start from $309.0, excluding 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.

Does La Valencia Hotel have an airport shuttle?

La Valencia Hotel offers an airport shuttle.

How close is La Valencia Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from La Jolla Cove and 1.5 mi (7-min drive) from La Jolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Valencia Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at La Valencia Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 25 and 80 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at La Valencia Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Valencia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at La Valencia Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

Does La Valencia Hotel have a pool?

La Valencia Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does La Valencia Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Modern European cuisine, ocean views, and al fresco dining.

Does La Valencia Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Valencia Hotel to downtown La Jolla?

La Valencia Hotel is 1.1 mi away from La Jolla.

La Valencia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Emil

Disliked: Staff & service

Not a luxury experience

We were excited about staying at LaValencia based on previous experience with historic luxury resort hotels. However… The staff was particularly rude from the reception to check out. One particular example—my husband asked what kind of bagel was provided on the lox plate and the waiter said Everything, like it says in the menu. Plus, it was a very bad bagel Next, the bathroom could not have been any smaller its door had peeling paint Be forewarned that it is a wedding factory and the events take over everything, especially the pool, where there was no space in the pool and certainly no place to sit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A wonderful hotel. Love the history. Staff were great, food was delicious. However, the pool plaster is worn and the water line tile is missing. The shower in the room had mold.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A curate's egg. Grand famous hotel perfectly
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful and quiet. Our stay was great and the robes are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Excellent views and style.

There is lots of beauty and style in this hotel: we love the general vibe, architecture and the staff is awesome. However, the sleep was a challenge-despite our request of getting a quiet room. The first room was away from any elevator or party noise, but because it felt like an attic-had incredible noise at night from all the birds sitting on the roof. The second room was just over the bar so the boomy base sounds were shaking the walls throughs the day. No hope for a nap after the first sleepless night. The AC units in rooms are extremely loud when they turn on and off: it is like you basically have to wake up every time they start. So-bring your "ear protection" (not the ear plugs-but some serious ear protection) and you will be fine. For those who are not sensitive to noise-it is an awesome hotel. Just don't get your hopes too high when it comes to sleep and rest. Or maybe there is some quiet room somewhere still?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

se sook

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need self parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property needs a major facelift. I paid $800+ for a last minute weekend reservation and was first given a room that smelled strongly of mildew. I went up and switched rooms and then was given a room where the AC didn’t work and the toilet would barely flush. Didn’t discover all this until the middle of the night as I arrived late and went right to bed. The room was 74 degrees all night leading to a subpar night of sleep. I am done giving this hotel chances.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
For the cost (high), the rooms in the tower are small. We won't stay there again. But, the valets were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great but not great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pool scene was amazing location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Overpriced

Great location in downtown La Jolla. Room is cramped and the bed is awful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Overpriced

The bed was awful. I woke with a backache. I was almost falling off because the mattress was worn out. The room was expensive and cramped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, park City

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

daianna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abeni

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, great location, great staff and extremely comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravindra, Annandale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel in an incredible location. The age of the hotel shows in its room sizes and various fixtures. But that is part of the charm. The coffee maker in the room - single cup Keurig machine - should be replaced. It was flaky and making morning coffee was a frustrating experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can’t beat the location and history of this property. It is historic. Rooms are small but well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025