The Shoal Hotel La Jolla Beach

Hotels
8.6 (1291 reviews)
6750 La Jolla Boulevard , La Jolla , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and modern facilities
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Nice amenities
Cons:
Noisy environment
Limited parking
Issues with minifridge and firepit

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Guests noted the hotel was lovely and clean.
Service
9
Staff were reported as super friendly and helpful.
Location
9
The hotel is conveniently located close to beaches.
Room Quality
8.4
Rooms are modern and recently remodeled.
Amenities
8.3
Pool and hot tub were enjoyed, but there were minor issues with some amenities.
Value for Money
8.5
Good price but some found parking charges excessive.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Nearby cafe was noted for great coffee and service.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall, guests expressed enjoyment but noted a few areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:13

Property Description

Steps from Windansea Beach
Located just steps from the renowned Windansea Beach, The Shoal Hotel La Jolla Beach offers a perfect seaside retreat for your stay in San Diego.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in our free WiFi, year-round outdoor pool, and hot tub during your stay. Each air-conditioned guest room is equipped with a 55-inch HDTV, coffee machine, and refrigerator for your comfort.

Convenient Location
With a range of restaurants and shops nearby, and attractions like Birch Aquarium and Scripps Institution of Oceanography just a few kilometers away, you'll have plenty to explore. Plus, the convenience of private on-site parking makes your stay hassle-free.

Experience the best of San Diego at The Shoal Hotel La Jolla Beach - Book now for an unforgettable beach getaway!

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1291 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Katrin • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jonas • couple • de
9
Pros:

Tolle Lage direkt an einen der schönsten Strände die ich gesehen haben. Schöner kleiner Pool zum abkühlen. Zimmer für 2 Leute auch groß genug.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Markus • family_with_children • se
8
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Pros:

EJ FRulle

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
7
A comfortable place to stay.
Pros:

It was a nice location for walking around the neighborhood, which we did. I was surprised that it was more motel-like than hotel-like (i.e. the rooms faced the parking lot), but it was a nice place to stay. We were only there for one night, after arriving from the airport, so I can't say much about what is in the vicinity I would stay there again.

Cons:

We had no problems with anything.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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clément • couple • fr
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Jakub • family_with_children • pl
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Mario • couple • it
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Murphy • couple • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Michał • family_with_children • pl
9
Pros:

Rewelacyjna lokalizacja - blisko plaży, restauracji, przystanku, cicho spokojnie. Pokoje dość świeże i czyste.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • us
9
Great stay- great value
Pros:

Staff was exceptionally helpful with towels, chairs and when we left a charger in the room after we checked out they were nice enough to text me.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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crespo • couple • us
9
Great time and location
Pros:

Cleaned places

Cons:

Noise from other rooms

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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ORLY • solo_traveller • il
9
מלון מגניב בסן דייגו לה-הויה
Pros:

מיקום פצצה ! בריכה וג'קוזי נעימים ומתוחזקים. צוות נהדר ועוזר !!!

Cons:

היה מצויין .

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Dorothy • solo_traveller • us
10
10/10 would stay again
Pros:

Proximity to the beach and comfy beds

Cons:

I think the rooms need rugs or some sort of runner across the hotel rooms

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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marissa • couple • us
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Victor • couple • us
9
Pros:

Everything was perfect. They gave us the Suite room, very clean and comfortable. The hotel has parking for $10/day. The location can't be better, 5 minutes walking from Windansea beach, at the heart of la Jolla area. I would definitely come back again.

Cons:

There were two days that we did not have housekeeping.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • us
5
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • us
5
Close to the beach but not quite as comfortable as the photos looked!
Pros:

The staff was very warm and friendly.

Cons:

The walls are thin, mattresses lumpy, and dense uncomfortable pillows. the room had five hangers, no drawers, and command strip hooks for bath towels. The parking was tight and frequently full.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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PIERGIUSEPPE FESTA • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee