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264 reviews

Empress Hotel La Jolla

Empress Hotel La Jolla

7766 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, 92057, California, United States

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Restaurant

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Empress Hotel La Jolla

Welcome to the Empress Hotel La Jolla, a charming 3-star hotel located in the beautiful city of San Diego, California. Situated at 7766 Fay Avenue, this hotel offers a convenient and peaceful setting for all travelers. With 264 glowing reviews, you can trust that this hotel will provide you with an exceptional stay.

The Empress Hotel La Jolla boasts a wide range of amenities to enhance your stay. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and air conditioning in all non-smoking rooms. Take advantage of the fitness center and sun deck for relaxation or indulge in a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant. If you're traveling with your furry friend, the hotel is pet-friendly with extra charges.

With a minimum price starting at $151, the Empress Hotel La Jolla offers excellent value for your stay. In addition to its comfortable accommodations and outstanding amenities, this hotel is located just 11mi away from San Diego's city center, putting you in close proximity to all the attractions and activities the city has to offer.

Book your stay at the Empress Hotel La Jolla and experience a delightful blend of comfort, convenience, and warm hospitality in the heart of San Diego.

When it comes to dining options, you won't have to venture far from the comfort of the Empress Hotel La Jolla. The on-site restaurant, The Manhattan of La Jolla, offers a delectable blend of American and Italian cuisine. Whether you're in the mood for a classic hamburger or a flavorful pasta dish, this restaurant has something to satisfy every craving. So, indulge in a delightful dining experience without having to leave the hotel.

At the Empress Hotel La Jolla, convenience is key. That's why the hotel accepts a wide range of payment methods to ensure a hassle-free stay. From American Express to Visa, Discover to Mastercard, JCB to Diners Club, Carte Blanche to UnionPay, you have plenty of options to choose from. Leave the cash at home and enjoy a seamless payment experience at this accommodating hotel.

When it comes to accommodations, the Empress Hotel La Jolla offers a variety of room types to suit your needs. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with family and friends, there's a room for everyone. The Double Room is perfect for couples, with its spacious 344 square feet and comfortable King-size bed. For those needing a bit more space, the Superior King Room offers a King-size bed and a sofa bed, accommodating up to three guests. And if you're traveling with a larger group, the Superior Two Queen Room provides ample space with two Queen-size beds, accommodating up to four adults and three children. No matter your preference, you'll find comfort and relaxation in the well-appointed rooms of the Empress Hotel La Jolla.

Closest airports

San Diego International Airport

9mi

McClellan–Palomar Airport

19.6mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

27.2mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Elevator

Garden

Rooms

Double Room in Empress Hotel La Jolla

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Double Room

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Air conditioning

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Welcome to our spacious Double Room! With a size of 344 sqft, this room is perfect for two adults seeking comfort and relaxation. Enjoy amenities such as a private bathroom, free wifi, a microwave, refrigerator, air conditioning, and a tea/coffee maker, making your stay convenient and enjoyable.

Superior King Room in Empress Hotel La Jolla

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Air conditioning

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Welcome to our spacious Superior King Room, perfect for a family getaway! With its comfortable King size bed and additional sofa bed, it can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the convenience of private bathroom, wifi, and air conditioning, and make yourself at home with amenities like TV, telephone, safe, ironing facilities, and hairdryer. No smoking allowed.

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Room - 1 King

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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom boasting a hairdryer. This double room provides a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Superior, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Queen Room, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Superior Two Queen Room in Empress Hotel La Jolla

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Superior, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Air conditioning

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

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Run of House

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Guest reviews

8.1

264 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Marta

8.2

July 2024

Great location close to a fabulous little outdoor restaurant around the corner and its own elegant one inside with just a block or so away from the main strip shopping core. In walking distance to the San Diego Contemporary Art Gallery and perfect distance for a stroll down to the shore. Waffles and coffee delicious and good quality. Comfortable nice rooms and spotless.

Overall no complaints. We all loved it and would stay here again. If I had to be picky it didn’t have a pool and I wish they had fresh baked items vs defrosted…

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Melanie

10

August 2024

The room was spacious and clean, we stayed as a family of 3 and had a great time. The staff we interacted with were great, friendly, polite and helpful. There was a huge choice at breakfast for 2 adults and a fussy child, overall a really great stay and a lovely hotel. We didn't use the restaurant downstairs mostly because we're vegetarian but did find a great vegan cafe just down the block for dinner.

Nothing at all to fault at the hotel, it was really great. I do wish I'd researched a bit more on the area- we were mostly sightseeing with a child but were quite a journey from the zoo and other locations we wanted to go to so a lot of our day was taken up with public transport (with a stop 2 blocks over this was easy enough though). Close to the cove and children's pool we got to enjoy a lot of la Jolla wildlife which made up for it, but I would probably choose somewhere more central if travelling with the aim of seeing the city and entertaining children. I appreciate this is not any fault of the hotel though and completely down to my own research, just a mention for anyone else in a similar situation to us.

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Cheryl

10

November 2023

We loved the location (very convenient - we could walk everywhere), the room was super comfortable (loved the bed and pillows, had a table with two chairs, had small fridge and safe, lighted mirror in bathroom). I liked the plantation window shutters (instead of hotel curtains). The staff was efficient, courteous, and available. We will definitely stay here again when in La Jolla. The breakfast was adequate and convenient.

A Resort Fee was implemented recently. We feel that is arbitrary and a negative. We prefer hotel charges to be explicit.

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Bradley

8.2

August 2022

It’s location is in the centre of La Jolla’s prime shopping, restaurants and close to the Cove. The rooms are clean, very large and the beds are comfortable.

Just a small issue - housekeeping started cleaning our room before we officially checked out. We took our bags to our car and went to get a coffee down the street before returning to our room - only to find the linens and towels were already removed.

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Linda

8.2

December 2022

Nice room.

The keypad for access to the underground parking does not have a light. Could NOT see the keypad!!! Almost ran into gate as my car was not holding well while I tried to figure it out Daytime was fine. It was at night!!!

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Joanne

9.1

October 2024

The location was the best, you could walk to everything. The room was very comfortable and the restaurant was an added surprise. I also left some items in the room and they are shipping them back to me.

The selection of hot food at the breakfast could have been expanded a bit but overall great.

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Colleen

10

July 2023

I was confused and very concerned when I got there because I paid in advance thru this booking company, and was sent an email receipt saying PAID IN FULL with a confirmation number but the hotel wanted to charge me again, they did not show I paid in full, they saw the reservation but did not care that I had a confirmation of having paid in full but I was there so I asked the manager on duty to please remember our conversation so if I got double charged, I could be refunded by either the hotel or booking company and he provided his business card to me.

I had zero complaints or concerns other than the concern I wrote above about.

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Bern

9.1

July 2024

The staff were absolutely lovely. Rooms were spacious, walking distance to restaurants and supermarket, breakfast was good and kids loved the complimentary cookies each day and they were delicious. Also the cold water at reception was very much appreciated too. Also the fact we could do some washing on site was great.

Gym was very small but still better than nothing.

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Lynne

8.2

November 2021

The location of this Hotel is awesome! At the end of the block is a great restaurant for a gourmet breakfast. At the other end of the block is a Coffee Roaster with great drinks and some food. And downstairs is a terrific restaurant for dinner The Manhattan. The hotel is right down in the Village of La Jolla and is walkable to the La Jolla Cove Beach and all the stores etc. Parking is in an underground garage behind the hotel. They do charge for parking but it is convenient and secure with unlimited self parking in and out.

Would have been nice to have our room cleaned. The hotel was very clean and we stayed 3 nights over Thanksgiving. We checked in on Tuesday and Left Friday and the bed and room was not cleaned during our stay. Maybe because of the holiday in the middle but still....

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Maria

10

June 2024

My family loved it! Great location, its a five minute walk to the beach and rooms are very clean! We enjoyed the free breakfast! Petfriendly! Best place we stayed in! I will definitely stay here next time. They have great people who work there especially the front desk and valet!

Nothing to dislike!I’m so happy we stayed there

Points of Interest Around Empress Hotel La Jolla

Attractions

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)

0.1mi

Sunny Jim Sea Cave

0.3mi

Pacific Beach

3.9mi

Mission Beach

5.2mi

Point Loma

8.2mi

Liberty Station

8.2mi

Heritage Park

9.5mi

Embarcadero

10.2mi

Old Globe Theater

10.6mi

Mingei International Museum

10.7mi

El Prado

10.7mi

Spanish Village Art Center

10.7mi

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

10.8mi

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

10.9mi

Carlsbad Village

21.7mi

Restaurants

The Manhattan of La Jolla

Cuisines

  • American
  • Italian

Amenities of Empress Hotel La Jolla

Restaurant

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Elevator

Garden

Stay rules - Empress Hotel La Jolla

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Empress Hotel La Jolla

Does Empress Hotel La Jolla allow guests to stay with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at the Empress Hotel La Jolla. They allow pets, although there may be charges associated with bringing your furry friend along.

At what times are check-in and check-out at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

The timetable for guests at Empress Hotel La Jolla is to check in post 04:00 PM and check out prior to 11:00 AM.

Does Empress Hotel La Jolla provide free parking options?

Yes, there is convenient and affordable parking available at Empress Hotel La Jolla. For just per day, guests can make use of the private on-site parking facilities. No reservation is required, ensuring that parking is easily accessible for all guests.

What are the rates at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

The entry-level price at Empress Hotel La Jolla is $151. These rates are subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. Kindly input your dates to view current rates.

What are the room types available at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

The Empress Hotel La Jolla offers various types of rooms including Double, Superior King, and Superior Two Queen rooms. Double Rooms accommodate 2 adults with a King size bed, Superior King Rooms accommodate 2 adults and 1 child with a King size bed and a sofa bed, and Superior Two Queen Rooms accommodate 4 adults and 3 children with 2 Queen size beds. Smoking is not allowed in any of these rooms.

What is there to do in Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Guests staying at Empress Hotel La Jolla have various leisure amenities to make the most of their time during their stay. They can start their day with a rejuvenating workout at the fitness center or participate in aerobic classes. For those looking for outdoor activities, snorkeling and hiking are available options. The hotel also features a golf course for golf enthusiasts.

Guests can relax and enjoy the sun on the sun deck or explore the beach with the complimentary beach umbrellas provided by the hotel. In the evenings, they can unwind with live music or performances organized by the hotel. The on-site bar is a great place to socialize and have drinks with friends or fellow guests.

When it comes to dining, guests can indulge in scrumptious meals at the hotel's restaurant, The Manhattan of La Jolla. With a mix of American and Italian cuisines, guests can savor a variety of flavorful dishes throughout their stay.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes, the Empress Hotel La Jolla has a restaurant on site called The Manhattan of La Jolla. They offer American and Italian cuisines.

Can I use my credit card at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes, you can use your credit card to make payments at Empress Hotel La Jolla. Cash is not accepted at the hotel. They accept various credit cards including American Express, Visa, Discover, Mastercard, JCB, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and UnionPay.