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Our top choices for La Jolla motels

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

1. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (222 reviews)
"No frills, but right by the beach Friendly staff"
United States
Francis
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Mission Bay Motel
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

2. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (567 reviews)
"A very peaceful and quiet place for a great price. It’s a simple and comfortable place to stay, especially if you’re visiting SeaWorld — it’s located nearby. I really enjoyed the calm atmosphere and the fact that you can stay here without spending a lot of money. Great value for the price!"
United States
Zhanna
$93 nightly
The price is $105
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

3. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
6.8 out of 10, (1,033 reviews)
"Super quiet area, friendly staff"
United States
Rony
$99 nightly
The price is $112
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

4. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (926 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
$140 nightly
The price is $154
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
El Rancho Motel
A beach scene with people walking, some holding surfboards, and a building with a red roof in the background.

5. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (844 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
john
$169 nightly
The price is $186
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Coronado Inn
A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

6. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (892 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
$87 nightly
The price is $96
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

7. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (813 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
$149 nightly
The price is $164
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Crown City Inn
A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, palm trees, and a pool area.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
$122 nightly
The price is $134
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,293 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay here. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-located. We loved our time in the area so much that we wanted to stay an extra day, and the front desk made extending our booking totally seamless."
United States
Yuri
$94 nightly
The price is $103
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,061 reviews)
"Hidden gem, way better than other similarly priced hotels."
United States
Brendan
$71 nightly
The price is $78
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A wooden sign for Coronado Island Inn with a pergola and palm trees in the background.

11. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (564 reviews)
"Clean Motel, with great overall location. Free bikes for use and near bus stops if prefer not to drive. Parking can be difficult for large vehicles however street parking is nearby if early enough. Staff is helpful and friendly."
United States
Nancy
$169 nightly
The price is $186
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Coronado Island Inn
A wall-mounted sign with 'Greetings from California' and a coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and condiments.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"This Motel is very good considering the rate you pay,the beds are clean and other parts of the room are clean,the staff are very friendly,the breakfast was fair but it could be improved and dining room could be larger ,the surroundings is excellent"
United States
Jalal
$74 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hilly landscape.

13. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.6 out of 10, (1,611 reviews)
"Everything look good little old building but good to sleep"
United States
Jack
$92 nightly
The price is $106
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
A restaurant interior with round tables, blue cushioned chairs, large windows, and a display of snacks.

14. Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"I highly reccomend this property. clean room, comphy bed, and a great location."
United States
Michael
$85 nightly
The price is $93
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

15. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,216 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay!"
United States
Tracy
$107 nightly
The price is $134
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
The Rambler Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

16. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (434 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
$80 nightly
The price is $88
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Lodge
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

17. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (637 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
$191 nightly
The price is $210
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Moonlight Beach Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

18. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (470 reviews)
"Staff is great and willing to help out with issues that may arise. Also very proactive for helping with reservations."
United States
Tony
$94 nightly
The price is $102
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"They have a great variety of amenities that are great for the weather. Also, the staff was super nice and accommodating to help during your stay."
United States
Kweku
$71 nightly
The price is $78
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown accent, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a simple room with plain walls.

20. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
$72 nightly
The price is $79
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Baycities Motel
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Top La Jolla Hotel Reviews

The Shoal La Jolla Beach

The Shoal La Jolla Beach

8/10 Good
"The parking lot was too small for all the guests. No free breakfast. Walls are thin. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Thankfully inside is renovated. Outside reminded me of what was probably a cheap hotel back in the day. Overall decent place, but if you want a better clientele, pay a little more and stay somewhere else. Bugs also can get under the doors because too big of a gap!!"
Kevin 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Shoal La Jolla Beach

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La Jolla Motels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
2 Motels
Lowest Price
$78
Highest Price
$210

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What is the nightly rate for a motel in La Jolla?
You can find a great deal from $78 on La Jolla motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on La Jolla motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a La Jolla motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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