Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Golf course
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Unique atmosphere
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Some rooms run down
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Mixed sentiments about wear and tear, and some dusty knick knacks present.
Service
9.58
Friendly and accommodating management praised in several reviews.
Location
9.62
Consistently noted as great, close to restaurants and the beach.
Room Quality
8.57
Unique themes but some rooms noted as being run down and in need of maintenance.
Amenities
8.6
Some amenities mentioned, but a lack of modern facilities noted.
Value for Money
8.56
Some reviews indicate the hotel is a bit expensive for what it offers.
Food and Beverage
8.61
No breakfast available; coffee not mentioned at check-in.
Overall Experience
9.58
General positive sentiment with mentions of unique atmosphere and enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 05:58

Property Description

Unique Boutique Hotel near Del Mar City Beach

Luxurious Rooms with Artistic Touches
Experience the vibrant charm of Les Artistes Inn with 12 art-inspired rooms, each equipped with cable TV, a microwave, and a cozy seating area.

Tranquil Outdoor Spaces and Scenic Views
Relax in the courtyard by the outdoor fireplace or wander through the picturesque stone walkways surrounded by lush gardens and fountains. Enjoy ocean and garden views from every room, all with complimentary WiFi.

Indulge in a culinary adventure at Café Secret, just a short walk away, or take a 26-minute drive to explore San Diego's attractions.

Book now to immerse yourself in the artistic ambiance and serene surroundings of Les Artistes Inn.

Important information:

Guests traveling with pets must contact property in advance to confirm a pet friendly room is available. Pets fees are applicable. Please contact property for details.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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 572 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 9.58
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • us
2
Good location. The common area and rooms were not cleaned well. Lots of cobwebs and bugs. Stains on the comforter, tv an
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Terrible cleanliness, Ant infestation, no privacy, tv and ac were broken

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • us
4
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
6
Beautiful location! With a little bit of TLC, this place could be incredible!
Pros:

The location and views of the ocean were absolutely incredible! And the exterior and courtyard of the building were charming. The bed was comfortable as well.

Cons:

Room cleanliness left a bit to be desired, cobwebs were visible and the walls could have used a good scrub and a repaint. Because of this, we chose not to get into the hot tub, but as a former owner of one, we realized quickly that the water level in the tub was down about 10 inches and the top of the filter exposed, leading us to believe it was either not maintained or there was a leak. At first, the fountain outside our room was lovely, but as night wore on, it was more annoying than calming because it was the only thing we could hear. Coincidentally, I had a nightmare that involved being rushed by flood waters. LOL

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kamil • couple • tr
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jen • couple • us
6
Cozy and unique with great location, but a little run down.
Pros:

The layout of the room with the private feel. The bed was realllly comfy. Glad it had air conditioning! Our suite had a private hot tub which is so cool. Parking was easy and free. The cozy feel of the place and that it wasn't a fancy polished hotel was just what we were after.

Cons:

Very dated decor and overall tired feeling of the hotel. A few small upgrades could go a long way. Couldn't find any drinking water on site had to buy some. While we weren't looking for fancy, the feeling that a place is cared for matters.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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tavo • extended_group • us
6
I appreciated the friendly service, and a very affordable price. Im not sure I'd recommend it.
Pros:

wasnt told of any breakfast

Cons:

the property looks tired and beat up. the rooms are kept clean but the paint, dents, worn out wood floors etc remind me of a college dorm room meets hostel. rustic charm for sure but needs about $300K upgrade in paint, landscaping, property cleanup in general to be a boutique hotel. bathroom tub had broken off tile around it so we didnt use it. bed was very comfortable. I hate complaining but I guess I still am a bit hah.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
10
I will definitely be returning again.
Pros:

It didn’t really feel like a hotel but it felt like my own house. I felt like I was at home the whole time! I love this place! Everything was clean and comfortable. I really loved all the different decor and styling of the place. It’s a very unique place to stay at. You don’t really find places like this too often.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was great!

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Jose • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
8
Can’t wait to visit again
Pros:

Unique

Cons:

Bar

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Brown • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Zawrotny • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Very peaceful stay

Cons:

Artwork

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
3
We won’t be back.
Pros:

Very run down and dirty. Hosts are pleasant, but the inn offers little in ambiance and is very dirty. Rooms are really small. Our bathtub was literally in the same room as the bed. Floors are really dirty. I wish the owners the best, but it looks like they are not really interested in our business. You have been warned. By the way, I don’t get how there are many positive reviews.

Cons:

Cleanliness and room size and lack of amenities are all subpar.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
10
Unique cool vibe in a great location!
Pros:

Very unique property in adorable Del Mar with so much character and charm. Each room is decorated differently. Our room had a beautiful view of the ocean. It was peaceful and we slept very well. The bed was very comfortable. Walking distance easily to many restaurants and shops. The owner was so sweet and showed us to our room as well as showed us some of her other cool rooms. Would stay here again!

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Selwyn • solo_traveller • us
9
I will stay here again because of location, charm and comfort.
Pros:

Loved the charm, hospitality, location.
A fun and unique place. Was comfortable and quiet. Delightful!!

Cons:

A bit aged, but hippy funky and charming.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Israel • couple • us
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Cristian • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Jane Anne • extended_group • us
8
Beautiful, fun, quirky!
Pros:

The location was wonderful. Within walking distance to everything.

Cons:

I felt very safe overall, but the doors could use more locks. The a/c worked great but was super loud while trying to sleep.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee