Empress Hotel La Jolla

3 stars
Sun 5/17
-
Mon 5/18
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$187
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
$187
Standard room
$194
King room
$226
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Overview

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Empress Hotel of La Jolla offers 74 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.4
Very good rating
Based on 580 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Empress Hotel La Jolla

Sun 5/17
-
Mon 5/18
Superior room
1 king bed
$187
nightly with fees
Standard room
bed type unknown
$194
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
$309
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
$226
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Empress Hotel La Jolla

  • Snorkeling
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Hiking
  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Beach towels
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness center

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Reviews of Empress Hotel La Jolla

8.4
Very good
580 verified ratings
Wonderful
336
Very good
107
Good
57
Okay
26
Fair
35
Mediocre
3
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, friendly and professional staff, and good breakfast options. The cleanliness and restaurant quality were also positively noted. Some minor issues were mentioned but did not overshadow the overall positive experience.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Restaurant7.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Very good experience overall. Yes, it is a little dated but it’s clean and the staff is super friendly and helpful. The room was large and comfortable. Our only complaint was the people in the room next to us left their dog in the room when they left. The poor dog was distressed and howled mournfully while they were gone. Not the hotels fault. We will happily return again, hopefully without the sa...
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Location

7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, CA 92057

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Shores1.5 mi
  • La Jolla Playhouse2.7 mi
  • University of California, San Diego3.4 mi
  • Mission Beach5.1 mi
  • Qualcomm5.8 mi
  • SeaWorld San Diego6.2 mi
  • University of San Diego7.1 mi
  • Old Town San Diego State Historic Park7.6 mi
  • Naval Training Center San Diego8.4 mi
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot8.4 mi
  • Marine Corps Air Station Miramar9.4 mi
  • Shelter Island9.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Empress Hotel La Jolla

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November
August
$322
$462
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 49% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Empress Hotel La Jolla

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Empress Hotel La Jolla

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Empress Hotel La Jolla, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Empress Hotel La Jolla, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Empress Hotel La Jolla was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $259, while the most expensive was $524.
  • How long should you stay at Empress Hotel La Jolla? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Empress Hotel La Jolla

  • Where is Empress Hotel La Jolla located?

    Empress Hotel La Jolla is located at 7766 Fay Avenue in La Jolla, 11.3 miles from the center of San Diego. La Jolla Shores is the closest landmark to Empress Hotel La Jolla.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Empress Hotel La Jolla.

  • Does Empress Hotel La Jolla offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Empress Hotel La Jolla offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Empress Hotel La Jolla from the airport?

    Empress Hotel La Jolla is 9 miles from San Diego. Empress Hotel La Jolla is 19.6 miles from San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Empress Hotel La Jolla hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Empress Hotel La Jolla in San Diego and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Empress Hotel La Jolla and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Empress Hotel La Jolla.

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7.8
11.3 mi
San Diego
9.0 mi