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Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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View from property
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Gym

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

1 King Bed Terrace Accessible

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

King Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

1 King Bed First Floor Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Upper Floors)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Upper Floors)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed Pool View No Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Upper Floors)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Upper Floors)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (First Floor)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (First Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (First Floor)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (First Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds Terrace Accessible

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds Terrace Accessible

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Sand Dollar Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Sand Dollar Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Windansea Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • La Jolla Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Birch Aquarium - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bobboi Natural Gelato - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee La Jolla - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Queenstown Village - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Puesto La Jolla - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Courtroom - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Hotel near La Jolla Cove
An art gallery on site, a shopping mall on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Inn By The Sea La Jolla. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a business center.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and express check-out
  • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
  • An elevator, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 133 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 46-inch TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Patios, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Inn Sea
Best Western Plus Inn Sea La Jolla
Best Western Plus Sea
Best Western Plus Sea La Jolla
Best Western La Jolla
Best Western Plus Inn By The Sea Hotel La Jolla
La Jolla Best Western
Inn Sea Jolla
Sea Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla Hotel
Inn By The Sea La Jolla La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla Hotel La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

As of Jul 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Sea La Jolla on Jul 20, 2025 start from $209.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Inn By The Sea La Jolla pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Inn By The Sea La Jolla located?

Located in Village of La Jolla, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Children's Cove and La Jolla Cove. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and Children's Pool Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Inn By The Sea La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1140 out of 1607 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1607 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1607 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1607 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1607 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super friendly and in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love our stay at this place. Close walk to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service was excellent! And the location was perfect; within walking distance of so many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone was on spot. Love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSANNA

Location, clean, and always coffee in the lobby, very close to many restorants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel in La Jolla close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay, a little busy due to the holiday but still a very nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s in a great location and walkable.
View from our 4th floor with partial view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sean Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

clean, friendly, very close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo X.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I live in Dago and I LOVE my city. Staycation's are the best!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, clean, and convenient parking. Staff was courteous. Walking distance from beach and key restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prasanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent had no problems was also a fun stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was lovely, spacious, well appointed, comfortable. People n the hotel were friendly, efficient and helpful. An amazing central location. We parked our car and walked everywhere from ocean to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location Location Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and Comfortable. Service Extraordinary. Excellent Location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff/clean rooms/great price for being right in La Jolla.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025