The Sands of La Jolla

2.5 star property

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
3STE 3rd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony
Hallway
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
5417 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Crystal Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mission Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

3STE 3rd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

1STE 1st Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

2VK 2nd Floor King with Balcony

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

KP 1st Floor King by Pool

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2VQQ 2nd Floor 2 Queen with Balcony

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

3VQQ 3rd Floor 2 Queen with Balcony

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

QQP 1ST Floor 2 Queen Beds

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

2STE 2nd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

3VK 3rd Floor 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Sands of La Jolla

Hotel with free parking, near Mission Beach Boardwalk
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Sands of La Jolla offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. 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 Sands of La Jolla's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Mission Bay and a few minutes from Mission Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of The Sands of La Jolla, you'll find an outdoor pool, concierge services, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - midnight and 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2 AM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Sands of La Jolla.

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The Sands of La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 615 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms have been nicely updated. Staff was top notch. Incredible area, on the weekend, people line up at Wayfarer to grab amazing baked goods and then either walk to the water to relax and eat or go a few doors down to Bird Rock Coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for La Jolla

Excellent value for La Jolla. Easy walk to dining/snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Property, my only complaint is sometimes the people above you can be noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, clean, easy parking, priced right!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We would definitely here again. Cute neighborhood.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, quick walk to several breakfast places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem in Bird Rock!

The Sands is a gem in the Bird Rock area of La Jolla. The location is great with it being block from the ocean and down the street from anything you may need for food, drinks, etc. The employees are awesome and I look forward to my next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This little gem is awesome! Across the street from the pacific. Room is clean, quiet, and has a killer fridge if you stay for a few days. Right down the street is killer food and entertainment. This would be worth it at twice the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zixing, Watertown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1st floor room was noisy. No coffee in room, lobby doesn’t open until 8am. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frankie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A pleasant stay in a very well maintain property

Well appointed lodging. Near the bird rock beach and surrounded by very nice neighborhood. Exterior and interior are very detailed and sophisticated and spotless. Plenty of high quality cabinets/storage spaces. Black out curtains worked well. Plenty of USB outlets. Very nice furniture. Comfortable bed. Beautiful and well maintained balcony for seating. Gates with pass codes.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met beyond my expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ming, San Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, free parking, convenient location. 2nd/3rd floors are gated and safer. There is elevator. There is no coffee maker in room, but free coffee are available in office,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katja

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and fast and easy checkin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024