Inn by the Sea, La Jolla

Hotels
8.6 (1968 reviews)
7830 Fay Avenue , San Diego , us
+1 858-459-4461

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Exceptional service
Clean rooms
Cons:
Room comfort issues
Overpriced for some

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
Cleanliness was generally praised with comments on the hotel being well-maintained and rooms very clean.
Service
9
Exceptional customer service mentioned across multiple reviews with staff being friendly and attentive.
Location
9.24
Great location frequently mentioned, being close to shops, restaurants, and the beach.
Room Quality
7.99
Some criticisms noted about outdated aspects of the rooms, including comfort of beds and lack of blackout curtains.
Amenities
8.42
General comments on amenities like a nice pool and breakfast options, but some cleanliness issues in outdoor areas.
Value for Money
8.48
Generally good value noted compared to location, but some reviews felt it was overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.53
No specific mentions, but positive comments about available breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall positive experiences shared, with some minor complaints but a willingness to stay again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 05:25

Property Description

Luxurious Oceanfront Escape
Immerse yourself in the charm of La Jolla at one of the most enchanting honeymoon destinations in the country.

Gourmet Dining Experience
Indulge in a delightful breakfast from The Cottage Restaurant delivered straight to your room. Explore the vibrant local dining scene for a memorable culinary journey.

Convenient & Comfortable Stay
Experience the best of Southern California with our prime location just three blocks from the ocean. Relax in our spacious accommodations designed for the ultimate vacation comfort. La Jolla, Inn by the Sea welcomes you to your home away from home. Book now for an unforgettable seaside retreat.

Important information:

Dear Guest,

We're looking forward to welcoming you to Inn by the Sea Hotel in beautiful La Jolla, CA.

We'd like to inform you that between November 10, 2025 through August, 2026, we will be undergoing our rooms and corridor renovations. This work is part of our commitment to enhancing our service, guest experience, and the beauty of the hotel.

RENOVATIONS HOURS ARE:
Monday through Saturday, 8AM - 5PM.
There will be periodic noise during work hours, and you will see and hear some of our renovations occurring.
All hotel facilities and amenities will remain fully open and operational during these times.

We wholeheartedly apologize for any disturbances that you may see or hear but we are hopeful it will only be for brief periods of time during your stay with us.

We truly appreciate your understanding and patience as we make these improvements. If you have any questions or special requests, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at +1 858-459-4461 or send an email to reservations@ibtslajolla.com.

Warm Regards,
Inn by the Sea La Jolla Team

Parking will be subject to availability due to limited spaces.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1968 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 9
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.42
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 8.53
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Beverly • couple • ca
10
Outstanding
Pros:

Couldn’t ask for better value and location. We would definitely come back and staff is helpful and friendly. We had an outstanding stay.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Tyrone • solo_traveller • au
10
Lovely modern rooms right in heart of La Jolla
Pros:

Really nice renovated rooms right in the heart of La Jolla. Super comfy bed, great bathroom. Staff were lovely too. And good wifi. No complaints!

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Staff and parking were great

Cons:

the walk to the beach was very steep going down & iup we didn't realize when we booked the rooms 2 were seniors

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Jodar • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Hotel está sendo reformado e ficamos no quarto novo. Melhor cama dos hotéis que ficamos! Staff muito simpático e prestativo.
Se optar em ficar em La Jolla é uma excelente opção

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • solo_traveller • us
4
I wished I had known what I was getting before I paid for it.
Pros:

The room size and cleanliness

Cons:

I was placed in a room right by the entrance where I could hear people coming in and out. There was a room across from mine that people in there practicing on their instruments. I didn't care for the adjoining doors from one room to the other because the room next to my room had people in there that were very noisy.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • family_with_children • us
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Khoa • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • de
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Parking difficult

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • ch
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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FRANCISCO • couple • es
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • family_with_children • us
7
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
K
Koebel • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Location and newly renovated room

Cons:

Missing a restaurant and renovations ongoing

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Sherie • couple • us
8
Great hotel
Pros:

We love that everything you could want is in walking distance of the hotel. Staff are so friendly and welcoming, helpful and accommodating . Rooms are clean and so comfortable. We can’t wait to visit again!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Alvaro • extended_group • us
10
Our staying was very satisfying
Pros:

The hotel are near from beach, restaurants, and shops
Also the beds are very, but very comfortable

Cons:

We only stayed one night, so I don't have anything that nos liked

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • solo_traveller • us
5
Wait until the construction is done, which may be never
Pros:

Great location for the town of La Jolla. Walking distance to everything.

Cons:

I have been staying here for many, many years. They have been under renovation for quite some time now. Yet, despite this, they are charging high prices as if there is no construction going on. The construction commotion began at 8am outside my window (the view of which was a large dumpster), and inside in the hallways right outside my door, construction workers talking in loud voices. I was staying in one of their “newly renovated rooms” on the first floor. What they’ve done is nice on the whole, but I could hear the people next door as if they were in my room, something I’ve never experienced before. There’s no chair to watch the TV comfortably (i.e. they’re expecting you only watch from in bed). The staff has always been great, but the construction with the high prices is unforgivable.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Barth_at_Albis • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Branka • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee