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Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near La Jolla Cove

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A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A wicker table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a potted plant.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mirror.
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Upper Floors)

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (First Floor)

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (First Floor)

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

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

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

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Sand Dollar Suite

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round mirror, and a patterned rug.

Sand Dollar Suite

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

1 Queen Bed Pool View No Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed First Floor Accessible

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

1 King Bed Terrace Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Terrace

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

2 Queen Beds Terrace Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

La Jolla

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Village of La Jolla hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of La Jolla Cove and 2 miles (3 km) of La Jolla Beach. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and Cuvier Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cuvier Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Children's Pool Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 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

  • ‪The Whaling Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Coq - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5-star hotel near La Jolla Cove
As a guest of Inn By The Sea La Jolla, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Inn By The Sea La Jolla also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • 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
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Inn By The Sea La Jolla offers 130 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This La Jolla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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

  • 65-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
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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, a fire extinguisher, 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, a fire extinguisher, 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 Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Sea La Jolla on Oct 26, 2026 start from $256, 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.

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 12-minute walk from La Jolla Tide Pools. 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: anytime.

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. 1441 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1927 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so helpful and readily available. The breakfast room service was incredible. If I return to LA Jolla, I will definitely stay there again. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for shopping, restaurants and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great and the staff is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room , great location…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, friendly personnel, and a 5 minute walk to all the restaurants and fun.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Staff, very friendly and helpful. Amazing location too, in the heart of La Jolla Village and a very short walk from the beach and local food spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have been updated since we stayed last year and were very clean and modern. We have stayed every summer since 2021 and it has always been great service.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly front desk staff. Great location close to the beach and wonderful restaurants. The property is currently under construction, but it didn’t impact our good time. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here! Can’t wait to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inn was within walking distance of beach, shopping, and restaurants. Room was clean and recently updated. Staff were very helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Can walk to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice close to the ocean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic room Very clean and comfortable Great location to beach and restaurants Great help from staff on restaurants and coupons for local businesses.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, walking distance to practically everything in La Jolla. Clean rooms, heated pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed there a few times and do so because the staff is very special. They have excellent customer service skills and are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel in beautiful La Jolla. Perfectly located.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and it was very clean and quiet and super relaxing. We had a great view as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and incredibly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were happy about everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and amazing location! We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

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