Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to La Jolla Cove
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Beach nearby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Sundeck
Lobby sitting area
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Place, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Children's Cove
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Jolla Cove
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬
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Room options

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Sand Dollar Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 Queen Bed Pool View No Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed First Floor Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed Terrace Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Beds Terrace Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

La Jolla

Located in Village of La Jolla, Inn By The Sea La Jolla is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as La Jolla Cove and Children's Cove. This 133-room, 3.5-star hotel has in-room conveniences like patios, MP3 docks, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Children's Cove - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Children's Pool Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 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

  • ‪Le Coq - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Girard Gourmet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Courtroom Cantina - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Suburban hotel with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to La Jolla Cove
Guests of Inn By The Sea La Jolla enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out, and free newspapers.
46-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Patios, MP3 docks, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • 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

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 10 2025 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-3:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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
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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
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Inn By The Sea La Jolla provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Feb 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Sea La Jolla on Feb 23, 2026 start from $177.0, 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 is there to do close to Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

This hotel is situated in Village of La Jolla, just steps from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, and within a 10-minute walk of La Jolla Cove and Children's Cove. You'll also find Mission Beach and Mission Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 20.00 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla have a casino at the property?

No, Inn By The Sea La Jolla doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a pillowtop mattress and streaming services in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Inn By The Sea La Jolla doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Inn By The Sea La Jolla allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Inn By The Sea La Jolla though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

The closest major airport to Inn By The Sea La Jolla is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 12.2 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 13.2 mi away (28-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Inn By The Sea La Jolla?

Yes, every guestroom at Inn By The Sea La Jolla comes with a patio with some featuring ocean or pool views.

Inn By The Sea La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1317 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1784 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, parking and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location. I especially loved the all day coffee and tea.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff writers very friendly and helpful. The hotel is very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo, Indio

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheryl at the front desk is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Nice location. Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelina

Traveled with partner
Neighborhood felt very safe and clean. Very walkable location. Lots of places to eat or just grab coffee and soooo close to the ocean just a little 5 minute walk! It was wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Well maintained building for the age of the property. Great little town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff was professional and helpful! Pool was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matteo, Riverside

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely—we felt well taken care of. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Edie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room, the lady name Cheryl was nice. The manager was kind. In future we would like to schedule for room 511 if possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk/manager was fantastic the last couple times I’ve stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean rooms and friendly staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Edmond

Disliked: Amenities
Shower water handle came off when tried to use it and put it back and tighter the screw that holds it
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Katy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view, friendly and helpful staff. Good choices for restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet room, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sofia

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine up until we ordered delivery breakfast from The Cottage. We ordered coffees from the menu thinking that they'd come from The Cottage, but it was just the hotel's coffee. So we paid for something that is otherwise complimentary, plus a service fee, PLUS a delivery fee. And it wasn't good coffee, hence why we wanted to try coffee from The Cottage instead. We felt misled, so in the future hopefully the menu is more transparent about where each item is coming from, if it's not all coming from The Cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felippe

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Floyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the outside water machine. Bed was too hard. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Loved having Starbucks in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025