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Empress Hotel of La Jolla

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near La Jolla Cove

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Two plush beds, each with white linens and pillows, are separated by a wooden headboard in this inviting room.
Enjoy a casual dining experience in our shaded outdoor area with comfortable seating and elegant ambiance.
Relax in style at our welcoming lobby, featuring a reception desk, artwork, and comfortable seating area.
Enjoy a sophisticated dining experience in our elegant restaurant, surrounded by artwork and comfortable seating.
Located at a street corner, The Empress Hotel La Jolla features a striking architectural design with a prominent sign.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Cove - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Windansea Beach - 14 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

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee La Jolla - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Queenstown Village - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Puesto La Jolla - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hennessey's Tavern - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Hotel near La Jolla Cove
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Empress Hotel of La Jolla. The on-site Italian cuisine steakhouse, Manhattan of La Jolla, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, 2 meeting rooms, and multilingual staff
  • Beach umbrellas, wedding services, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, beach towels, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 74 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Manhattan of La Jolla

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 450 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 17.24 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Empress Hotel
Empress Hotel La Jolla
Empress La Jolla
Hotel Empress
Empress Hotel Jolla
Empress Jolla
Empress Of La Jolla La Jolla
Empress Hotel of La Jolla Hotel
Empress Hotel of La Jolla La Jolla
Empress Hotel of La Jolla Hotel La Jolla
Empress Hotel of La Jolla A Greystone Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Empress Hotel of La Jolla pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empress Hotel of La Jolla on Aug 5, 2025 start from $223.2, 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.

What time is check-in at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Empress Hotel of La Jolla located?

Located in Village of La Jolla, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and La Jolla Cove. Cuvier Park and Children's Cove are also within 10 minutes.

Empress Hotel of La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 999 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location at a very good price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AHMED

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff very helpful and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Rooms were remodeled and so nice. Great location, everything was walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The quality and size of the room was excellent. Everyone we dealt with was extremely friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice including the room. Restaurants and beach are within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Green

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s in the perfect spot for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie Brooks

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an older property but updated and very clean. Staff is awesome! Amenities are good. Area is wonderful. Very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
old world glamorous hotel with a courteous staff, exemplary grounds and rooms, beautiful rooms with soft pillow top beds, generous breakfast, in the most walkable part of La Jolla.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well appointed, smaller property. It is in a fantastic location with friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast is included, but it is more typical of something you would get staying in a Residence Inn or TownePlace Suites. That said, our stay was worth what we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Djuan L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desk clerk held out luggage so we could do some exploring because we arrived 4 hours before check in
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is awesome here. So nice and wow.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was within walking distance of the famous and popular Prospect Street. The location is excellent, and the room on the top floor has a nice view. Very comfortable and clean. Breakfast was ok, not my favorite, but there are many choices in downtown with a La Jolla vibe. They offered beach umbrellas and chairs upon request for use at the beach. The staff was very friendly and professional. Although the hotel does not have its parking, parking is available across the street for $25, which is complimentary for hotel guests. We only stayed one night and I recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Empress ! Perfect location in La Jolla Staff is outstanding
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are really nice and friendly. The hotel is a little dated but it worked really nicely for my family. The breakfast was limited but really tasty. The location is perfect to see all of La Jolla.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and quiet, and the staff are customer oriented, prompt, and friendly. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with lots of options within walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location, close to shopping, dining and the ocean. The staff was very professional and attentive, but the room could have been a little more updated. The furnishings seemed old and worn, but the room was clean and safe.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

REGINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again. Thanks for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and accommodations were clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

AMIR

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is OK. There is no bell boy or a similar position to assist with the luggage even though Empress is a boutique hotel. The staff were friendly, however.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Roaches in my room bathroom. I’ll never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff super nice. We really like the area and will come here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025