Empress Hotel La Jolla - San Diego

$$$$||View on mapSan Diego, United States of America7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92037|
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Empress Hotel La Jolla - San Diego
7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92037·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Highest Rated
Location9.4
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.8
Staff8.7
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.8
Free WiFi6.5
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples31%
Solo10%
Business9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Highest Rated
Location9.4
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.8
Staff8.7
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.8
Free WiFi6.5
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples31%
Solo10%
Business9%

European boutique hotel steps from the Pacific Ocean in La Jolla

Dining and Entertainment

The on-site Manhattan of La Jolla restaurant serves Italian cuisine in a setting that includes live music events during weekends. Guests can order from the restaurant for in-room dining. A complimentary hot breakfast is served each morning on the second-floor terrace or indoor breakfast room.

Accommodations

The Empress Hotel La Jolla offers spa suites among its room types, in addition to superior king and queen rooms. Rooms include newly renovated layouts with seating areas, refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Bathrooms feature shower-only designs with glass doors, and some rooms provide views of the ocean or village.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Empress Hotel in La Jolla is a five-minute walk from La Jolla Cove and the Children's Pool beach where seals and sea lions are visible. Torrey Pines Golf Course is a 20-minute drive, and the USS Midway Museum is about 20 minutes south. Shopping and dining on Prospect Street are within one block of the hotel.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

The Empress Hotel La Jolla is pet-friendly and provides pet bowls and special treats for four-legged guests. There are no designated pet relief areas on property, but nearby sidewalks and parks serve as alternatives. The hotel charges a pet fee per night, which is disclosed at booking.

Business and Recreation

The Empress Hotel of La Jolla includes flexible meeting facilities that can accommodate corporate events and a business center with fax and photocopying services. A fitness center with basic equipment is available for guests. The hotel offers a Signature Beach Concierge service that provides beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas at no extra charge.

  • Location: Walk to La Jolla Cove and Prospect Street shops
  • Rooms: Spa suites and newly renovated king and queen rooms
  • Dining: Manhattan of La Jolla with Italian cuisine and weekend live music
  • Pet Policy: Pet bowls and special treats included
  • Service: Signature Beach Concierge provides chairs, towels, and umbrellas
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:42
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Rooms and availability

King Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Spa King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
Superior King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Handicap parking

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Laundry
Elevator

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Essential information about Empress Hotel La Jolla

💵 Lowest room price 167 US$
📏 Distance to center 8.8 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 13.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport San Diego International, SAN

Location

7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92037
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7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92037
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7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92037
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Beach
Children's Pool
100 yd
Museums
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
100 yd
Museums
Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla
100 yd
Parks
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
100 yd
Church
St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
100 yd
Church
Mary Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church
100 yd
Gallery
National Geographic Fine Art Galleries
100 yd
Gallery
Legends Gallery
100 yd
Parks
Coast Boulevard Park
200 yd
7650 Girard Avenue
Trilogy Sanctuary
100 yd
Parks
Cuvier Park
100 yd
7777 Fay Ave
Sparkcycle
100 yd
Beach
La Jolla Tide Pools
200 yd
7843 Girard Ave
Buddhi Yoga
100 yd
Gallery
Colosseum Fine Arts
100 yd
1162 Prospect St
Gallery La Jolla
100 yd
Restaurant
Brick & Bell Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
Lean and Green Cafe La Jolla
100 yd
Restaurant
Fruittitude
100 yd
Restaurant
Nekter Juice Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Jersey Mike's Subs
100 yd
Restaurant
Bobboi Natural Gelato
100 yd
Restaurant
Living Room Coffee
100 yd
Restaurant
Gelateria Frizzante
100 yd
Restaurant
The Taco Stand
100 yd
Restaurant
Starbucks
100 yd

Reviews of Empress Hotel La Jolla

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