La Valencia Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (392 reviews)
1132 Prospect Street , San Diego , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Beautiful location
Immaculate cleanliness
Delicious food and drinks

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
Immaculate rooms as noted in the reviews.
Service
9.06
Staff received praise for their attentiveness and friendliness.
Location
9.1
Perfect location close to shops and overlooking the ocean.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms are immaculate, enhancing overall comfort.
Amenities
8.58
Excellent amenities including a dog menu and spacious terraces.
Value for Money
8.54
Pricing for the quality of service and location was reasonable.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Exceptional food and cocktails as appreciated in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
8.86
Guests had a fantastic experience, with many planning return visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-21 04:57

Property Description

Luxurious Mediterranean Design

Elegant Rooms and Dining Options

Indulge in the stylish rooms at La Valencia Hotel, each equipped with modern amenities and offering picturesque views. Choose from dining at The Med for a delightful culinary experience or Cafe la Rue for a casual meal any time of day.

Relaxation and Recreation

Unwind at the spa and wellness center with a soothing massage, or stay active at the fitness center. With an outdoor pool and close proximity to Torrey Pines Golf Course, leisure options abound at this Mediterranean gem.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of old-world charm and contemporary luxury at La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla.

Important information:

Please note: The property limits the amount of individual reservations to 6 rooms under the same name. Any more than 6 rooms will constitute a group which has a different deposit and cancellation policy. The advance deposit for a group will be the first and last night’s room and tax for each room booked, which will be processed at time of booking. For any type of cancellation guest would need to cancel 30 days prior to arrival date to avoid a penalty charge of the entire deposit.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 392 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 9.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 8.86
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christinenP6729JI Couples
10
Special spot in La Jolla
Pros:

PERFECT place to stay in La Jolla! You can walk to everything! Spectacular setting! We stayed in a villa. Balcony overlooking the ocean. Spacious with the best waterfall shower in my life! Hotel staff couldn’t be nicer or more helpful. The concierge literally ran down the street after us to share more info she forgot! This place was memorable. Highly recommend!

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Vanessa couple pe
8
Pros:

Buenas instalaciones, servicio y ubicación.

Cons:

La habitación tenia un olor particular como a humedad. El servicio de desayuno termina muy temprano.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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8604858743 Couples
10
Michael is the best
Pros:

Michael !!!! Literally the kindest and most helpful lovely server 🙏🏼 loved the salmon !

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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jdonner81 Couples Miami Beach, Florida
10
1st yr wedding anniversary
Pros:

Spent our 1st anniversary here this past weekend. The staff made it special - concierge, spa and front desk- sweet people. Rooms are comfortable and stylish. Property is old Spanish charm. Pool attendant was amazing. Great location. Will be back

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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B1729SDsarahb Family
10
Shraddha, Concierge, La Valencia
Pros:

My family loves La Valencia Hotel. The luxury and comfort of the property are next to none. One of the highlights that made our trip unforgettable was the exceptional service from, Shraddha, Concierge. She provided us with spot on suggestions to explore San Diego. She recommended taking the trolley which we did. It was an incredible tour of the city with 9 stops. Shraddha, has such a pleasant personality which made it so easy to work with her!

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
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Clive couple gb
6
Pros:

Great location. Nice big room, well equipped with good amenities

Cons:

General attitude of staff wasn’t great. We asked for somewhere to shower before taking a long flight back to London and were told to change in the bathrooms by the pool.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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rebecabW4673PV Family
10
Proposal day!
Pros:

Our stay at Hotel La Valencia was nothing short of extraordinary, and it became the perfect place to celebrate one of the most meaningful days of our lives—our engagement.

From the moment we arrived, every member of the team made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. What could have been simply a beautiful hotel became an unforgettable experience because of the incredible people behind it.

A very special thank you to Liz Ortega, Director of Rooms, whose kindness, professionalism, and attention to every detail went far beyond our expectations. Liz truly made us feel like family and ensured that such an important milestone in our lives was absolutely perfect.

To Shraddah, Concierge, thank you for your warmth, thoughtfulness, and for always being one step ahead. Your genuine care and willingness to help made everything effortless.

To Troy and Bujar, thank you for your exceptional hospitality and for making every interaction memorable. Your professionalism, friendliness, and sincere desire to make our stay special did not go unnoticed.

And to the wonderful team at La Sala Bar, thank you for helping us celebrate with our families and closest friends. Your attentive service, positive energy, and warm hospitality created the perfect atmosphere for one of the happiest days of our lives. Every member of the team made us feel celebrated, and we are so grateful.

It is rare to find a hotel where luxury is matched by such genuine, heartfelt hospitality. Every person we encountered contributed to making our engagement celebration even more magical than we had ever imagined.

Thank you, Hotel La Valencia, for giving us memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. We cannot wait to return and relive such a special chapter of our story.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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830sashao Couples
10
Pete was 10/10 and great cocktail
Pros:

Pete at the bar was the amazing! So sweet, so fun and made the best gin sour cocktail. Made sure to make us feel welcomed and not rushed during closing. 100% will be back!

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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laurane2026 Friends getaway
10
Great drinks. Pete’s Awesome!
Pros:

Pete was our bartender. He was absolutely amazing. Made the best drinks and was so fun to talk to. Made my night.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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Compass48545302033 Family
10
Best Surprise Ever!
Pros:

My daughter-in-law and grandson just had a wonderful stay at La Valencia. While they were there, I organized for my 10 year old grandson to have chocolate covered strawberries delivered from him to the room on his Mom's birthday. He was over the moon that this was truly a surprise for Mom!
A very big thank you to the Concierge Group!
A very special thank you Shraddha for making it all run so smoothly.

Linda L.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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mikewG414UO Couples
10
Beautiful hotel and a wonderful staff!
Pros:

To summarize our overall experience in a few words: welcoming, caring and treating us like family. Our room, absolutely beautiful, with a wonderful view of the ocean.

After making our reservations, we worked with Shraddha (Concierge) over the phone and through emails in the weeks before our arrival. She helped us understand the options to get to your hotel, arranged transportation to and from the airport, and provided advice on how best to get rides to/from a nearby party we were to attend. Shraddha had not only suggestions but also followed through to ensure that everything was exceeding our expectations. A few days after our arrival, Shraddha was on duty, and my wife and I introduced ourselves and thanked her for all that she had done so far. We got to know each other a bit, and she noticed that my wife was in an ankle brace after breaking her ankle about a month prior. She personally went and got ice for ankle but also ensured that we knew how to take elevators from the pool to/from our room without stairs. Every time we saw her in the lobby, she asked if we needed more ice, or anything else she could do to make our stay more comfortable. Because of her, we felt very cared for and had someone to go to for just about any question we had.

With our limited walking ability, we spent a lot of our time at your hotel, and especially at the pool. This is where we met and got to know Mike (pool service manager?) very well. As with Shraddha, he not only did the normal tasks, (towels, umbrellas, drinks), but he got to know what we were looking for and our challenges (my wife's broken ankle as an example). As he got to know us, he suggested drinks that he thought we might like and came over and welcomed us every morning.

In summary, a beautiful hotel, in a beautiful location. But what sets this apart is the wonderful caring staff that makes the stay memorable. I hope we have a reason to come back soon.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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nancywA1619RM Friends getaway
10
OUTSTANDING SERVICE FROM THE LA VALENCIA'S CONCIERGE, SHRADDHA CARLIN
Pros:

Shraddha Carlin -- concierge at the La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla is excellent. There is so much to see and do in La Jolla and San Diego. She was incredibly helpful planning our visit to Old Town and Coronado. Shraddha had great suggestions and made everything so easy for us! She went above and beyond to make our stay great.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Audrey solo_traveller be
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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peytonm895 Family
10
Must stop for date night
Pros:

Michal was an incredible server. The atmosphere was perfectly balanced between relaxing and lively. The food was phenomenal, better than a lot of the top steakhouses in San Diego. Great value.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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Yi couple us
9
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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MANSOUR couple sa
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room very small and one elevator in the building

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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R2480URjeanw Family
10
Beautiful view and great service
Pros:

I had such an amazing time visiting the Mediterranean Room while in La Jolla! The service was top-notch, the views were immaculate, and the food and drinks were delicious. Michael, our server, was amazing and incredibly attentive to our needs throughout our visit. What a beautiful place with an incredible atmosphere. I can’t wait to visit again!

2026-07-08 via Tripadvisor
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Brenda couple us
7
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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M8626KIlisah Couples
10
10/10
Pros:

Amazing experience, Michael took very good care of us! The perfect meal, view, service!

2026-07-03 via Tripadvisor
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sheilaCO Couples
10
The Pink Lady
Pros:

I chose this hotel out of nostalgia, and the hotel didn’t disappoint. It is expensive, but I found the property to be very well maintained and the staff first rate in friendliness and competence. A special shout goes out to the concierge Mark who provided a sweet surprise for my husband’s birthday and gave us excellent tips for restaurants. Our room was comfortable and for the most part quiet, the exception being early morning when delivery and trash trucks navigated Prospect St. (ask for a room facing the garden rather than the street). The Thursday jazz/swing jam in the courtyard was great fun.

2026-07-01 via Tripadvisor