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Empress Hotel of La Jolla

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near La Jolla Cove

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In the heart of La Jolla, Empress Hotel of La Jolla invites you to experience warm hospitality. Enjoy a delicious self-serve breakfast, unwind on the picturesque terrace or keep fit at the gym. With in-room WiFi and an Italian cuisine steakhouse on site, this hotel is sure to delight.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is ₩356,974
₩436,312 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22

Room options

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room With 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

King Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Accessible Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cuvier Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Children's Pool Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Children's Cove - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 25 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 28 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 33 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 44 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 61 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 10 min drive
  • Solana Beach Station - 19 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Coq - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Girard Gourmet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Queenstown Village - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Empress Hotel of La Jolla

At Empress Hotel of La Jolla, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Manhattan of La Jolla, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 74 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (450 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Manhattan of La Jolla - This steakhouse specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 17.24 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room coffee
    • Laundry facilities
    • Newspaper

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

Also known as

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Empress Hotel La Jolla

Empress La Jolla

Hotel Empress

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Empress Jolla

Empress Of La Jolla La Jolla

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Empress Hotel of La Jolla La Jolla

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Empress Hotel of La Jolla A Greystone Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Empress Hotel of La Jolla offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Empress Hotel of La Jolla does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Empress Hotel of La Jolla and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Empress Hotel of La Jolla also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Yes, Manhattan of La Jolla offers Italian cuisine.

What's the area around Empress Hotel of La Jolla like?

Empress Hotel of La Jolla is in Village of La Jolla, a short 10-minute walk from La Jolla Cove and 16 minutes' walk from Windansea Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Empress Hotel of La Jolla Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good, with many guests praising its quality and variety. (26 reviews)
  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and pleasant beach experience. (11 reviews)
  • The property is dog friendly and welcoming to pets. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to the beach. Clean room.
Insung, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, friendly staff and decent breakfast in variety of choice.
Motoko, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The breakfast was great. The gym is small. The Wi-Fi was very poor. It is in a great location. The beds were very comfortable. And the rooms are very nice.
Joseph, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable beds, nice staff & good breakfast
Vada, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location and nice stsff
andrea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice Rooms, Friendly Staff, Hot Breakfast!!
Brent, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was quiet and clean.
Judy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love staying here. It is very convenient to everywhere we need to go in the heart of La Jolla. The staff is friendly and the restaurant is the best!
Sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We love The Empress Hotel and stay there every time we visit La Jolla. The rooms are spotless and the the breakfast room is delightful and the food is adequate for a free breakfast. Centrally located, with an extremely helpful staff, this is our home away from home!
Gail, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room very clean and comfortable for our one night family trip.
Rhona, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

King bed and pillows were very comfortable! Great La Jolla Italian restaurant on first floor…so convenient 😀
DAVID LARCHER, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff exceeded our expectations and the room was everything we needed it to be. Would happily visit again.
Brandon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very comfortable bed, nice staff, great location.
Robyn, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pet friendly, clean, friendly staffs, great location
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a wonderful stay! The staff are amazing
Stacy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing, place itself is fine. I messed up our other booking and it ended up being full so we stayed here instead and it was great.
Taylor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good service
Nabila, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and great staff, nice and clean room, large shower! Will come back again!
Antoinette, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Both!! Wonderful accommodations
Bruce, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was excellent. Had dinner one night in the chophouse restaurant located in the hotel and that was delicious.
steve, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great location at a very good price
Martha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with great staff, they had warm cookies, beach towels, beach chairs…
Hande, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay. Rooms were remodeled and so nice. Great location, everything was walkable.
Stacy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time with family at this hotel. Very easy to go every where what we wanted
Jee Hyun, 2-night trip