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Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near La Jolla Cove
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Beach/ocean view
Lobby sitting area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

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7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Windansea Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 King Bed Terrace Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

1 King Bed Terrace Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

King Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

1 King Bed First Floor Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed Pool View No Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Upper Floors)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds Terrace Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Sand Dollar Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Sand Dollar Suite

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

La Jolla

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Village of La Jolla hotel, you'll find La Jolla Cove and Children's Cove. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and Children's Pool Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Windansea Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • La Jolla Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • La Jolla Shores Park - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Birch Aquarium - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

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

  • ‪Queenstown Village - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Public House La Jolla - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Girard Gourmet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Courtroom Cantina - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5-star hotel near La Jolla Cove
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Inn By The Sea La Jolla. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

  • 133 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
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
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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
Inn By The Sea La Jolla Hotel
Inn By The Sea La Jolla La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla Hotel La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn By The Sea La Jolla to the airport?

Inn By The Sea La Jolla is 12.2 mi (24-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 Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Sea La Jolla on Sep 8, 2025 start from $187.0, 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 Inn By The Sea La Jolla have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn By The Sea La Jolla.

How close is Inn By The Sea La Jolla to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from La Jolla Cove and 7-minute walk from Children's Pool Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla offer free breakfast?

Inn By The Sea La Jolla does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

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

Is there free parking at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night.

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla have a pool?

Inn By The Sea La Jolla features an outdoor pool.

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Inn By The Sea La Jolla to downtown La Jolla?

Inn By The Sea La Jolla is 0.9 mi away from La Jolla.

Inn By The Sea La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1195 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1642 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

Stephen, SILVER SPRING

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at Inn by the Sea, La Jolla, whenever we visit San Diego County. Prices are reasonable, the rooms are comfortable, and the staff is friendly and courteous. There are also some great places to eat nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dejana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My son and his fiancée enjoyed their stay in Inn By the sea La Jolla !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Esfandiar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Property is my favorite in La jolla, but needs remodelling, updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent had no problems was also a fun stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Very nice stay

Great comfort and convenience to town and the cove.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

SUKAINA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, and the rooms are a good size. The staff were very polite and helpful throughout my stay. The only downsides for me personally were the absence of a safe in the room and the lack of a kettle. However, complimentary tea and coffee were available 24 hours a day on the ground floor by the pool, and hot water machines were conveniently located on each floor.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was okay. Solid 3 stars. What I didn't like was that they had drained the pool and were repairing it, and didn't bother to email us to tell us in advance. I chose this hotel over another one that was closer to the beach but had no pool. They had obviously started work on the pool well before we got there, and could have emailed us that the pool was under repair. I would have chosen another hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Low key, no frills but very comfortable and convenient. Great location to walk to the Cove, shops, restaurants. Easy parking. Good bed. No restaurant or gym on property and the pool was under renovation. Cute lobby with snacks and beverages you can purchase. Very well priced for the area. Would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stacie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel will be my go to location in the future. Great location and great hotel! Staff is awesome and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel in La Jolla close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Goleta

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

henry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Did not receive $20 credit for self parking per stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan Jeanne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edward L.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay, a little busy due to the holiday but still a very nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoharu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and had a great atmosphere. The staff at the front desk were exceptionally kind and professional — their hospitality really stood out. I was lucky to have a room with a view of the ocean, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. I had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Morey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool was under construction and very strong chemical smells in the hallway and in our rooms then they changed our room but unfortunately there was huge construction in front of hotel with high noisy started at 7 AM and all day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025