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Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
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Beach nearby
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mirror.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.
Sun deck
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

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, Cuvier Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Jolla Cove
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬
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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Upper Floors)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Upper Floors)

Two double beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a striped carpet.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Two double beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a striped carpet.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (First Floor)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (First Floor)

Two double beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a striped carpet.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Two double beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a striped carpet.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Sand Dollar Suite

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round mirror, and a patterned rug.

Sand Dollar Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a white comforter and two pillows, one of which has a beach-themed pillowcase. There are two bedside lamps on either side of the bed.

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a headboard.

King Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two double beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a striped carpet.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Inn By The Sea La Jolla offers 130 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This La Jolla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided 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.

The shopping around Inn By The Sea La Jolla gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from La Jolla Cove. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool, and dry cleaning service are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Just a 3-minute drive from La Jolla Cove and 8 minutes from Mission Bay
As a guest of Inn By The Sea La Jolla, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Inn By The Sea La Jolla also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-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
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 August 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • 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. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 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)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a fire extinguisher, 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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
Best Western Plus Sea
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
Sea Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla Hotel
Inn By The Sea La Jolla La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla Hotel La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1349 out of 1829 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1829 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1829 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1829 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1829 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and incredibly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and amazing location! We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the view was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with a great view!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for one night but loved the location, room, and amenities. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was wonderful, room was comfortable, walking distance to great dining and La Jolla cove.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location with parking and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grand location, walk to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i love this hotel in Downtown LJ. Close to everything, nice staff, great location in LJ and in SD itself.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chengxun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's always been a great experience with Inn by the sea, nice staff, clean room, good location!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay in a quaint area!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and service!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vikas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, perfect location and cozy rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great trip under remodel at the moment ut hotel still was great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, comfortable room with a beautiful ocean view, great location. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vinay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very good at greeting you and helpful. Room was great, comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Rooms and Great Stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean and well kept. You get a feeling of being home when you stay. The staff is amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

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