Inn By The Sea, La Jolla – A Favorite for Families in San Diego
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About the Hotel
7830 Fay Avenue,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92037-4240,
California
“The location is perfect for exploring La Jolla's beaches and restaurants!”view full review
Rooms & Amenities
Inn By The Sea, La Jolla offers 131 rooms with private balconies, some featuring ocean views. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker with Seattle's Best Coffee. ADA-accessible rooms have grab bars and shower chairs. Suites include a wet bar, microwave, and rain head walk-in shower.
Dining Options
Breakfast in bed is available via in-room delivery from The Cottage Restaurant. Complimentary all-day coffee is served poolside. Nearby dining includes award-winning restaurants like The Marine Room and George's at the Cove, both within walking distance.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can kayak at La Jolla Cove, book tee times at local golf courses, or explore the Seven Caves. The hotel has an outdoor heated pool and offers guided snorkel tours. Surf Diva Surf School provides lessons for all ages.
Location & Access
The hotel is three blocks from La Jolla Shores Beach and a 5-minute walk to La Jolla Village. Nearby attractions include the San Diego Zoo (15 miles away) and SeaWorld (8 miles away). UCSD is 5 miles from the property.
Services & Events
Concierge services assist with tour bookings and restaurant reservations. The hotel offers 1,500 sq ft of event space, wedding coordination, and dry cleaning. Parking is available for $20 per day. Complimentary newspapers and multilingual staff (English/Spanish) are provided.
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Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
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Tips on navigating the city
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City Centre
San Diego
8.8
mi
Airports
San Diego International (SAN)
13.4
mi
El Cajon (CJN)
22.6
mi
Train
Coaster Sorrento Valley Station
5.0
mi
San Diego Old Town Transportation Center
7.6
mi
Bus
Bus stop1000 ft
Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
Comfortable and Clean
“I stayed in a room that was clean and had a wonderful ocean view. The beds were incredibly comfortable, and I really appreciated the spacious layout which allowed my family to relax together.” view full review
Functional Shower Experience
“I found the shower to have decent water pressure, which was a pleasant surprise. Despite some concerns from others, my experience was that it worked perfectly and served our needs well.” view full review
Great Sleep Experience
“The bedroom was quiet, and I enjoyed the cozy feel it had. The blackout curtains worked wonders for a good night's sleep, making it easy to wind down after a day of adventures.” view full review
Peaceful Poolside Relaxation
“The pool area was peaceful and perfect for lounging. It was never overly crowded, which made my family's downtime very enjoyable. We loved the clean environment and the comfortable seating nearby.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Diving
Snorkelling
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court
Aerobics
Fishing
Guest Parking
Dryer
Services
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Dryer
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
7830 Fay Avenue,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92037-4240,
California
Map view
7830 Fay Avenue,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92037-4240,
California
City landmarks
Beach
La Jolla Cove
3900 ft
Landmark
Simic Gallery
2100 ft
Park
La Jolla Shores Park
1.5
mi
Landmark
Girard Avenue and Prospect Street
2900 ft
Aquarium
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2.0
mi
Park
San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park
3400 ft
Landmark
Sunny Jim Cave
2600 ft
Beach
Marine Street Beach
4800 ft
Landmark
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
1.7
mi
Beach
Windansea Beach
1.3
mi
Park
Kellogg Park
1.3
mi
Nearby
Beach
Children's Pool
1700 ft
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
1200 ft
Church
St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
500 ft
Museum
Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla
600 ft
Church
Mary Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church
1200 ft
Gallery
Legends Gallery
1700 ft
Gallery
National Geographic Fine Art Galleries
1700 ft
1250 Prospect St
Africa and Beyond
2000 ft
Park
Coast Boulevard Park
3000 ft
7650 Girard Avenue
Trilogy Sanctuary
1100 ft
Park
Cuvier Park
2100 ft
Park
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
1700 ft
7777 Fay Ave
Sparkcycle
400 ft
7843 Girard Ave
Buddhi Yoga
600 ft
Beach
La Jolla Tide Pools
3400 ft
Gallery
Colosseum Fine Arts
1400 ft
8650 Kennel Way
Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier
3000 ft
1162 Prospect St
Gallery La Jolla
1500 ft
Gallery
RC Gorman Navajo Gallery
1700 ft
Restaurants
Brick & Bell Cafe
600 ft
928 Silverado Street
Elixir Espresso & Wine Bar
1300 ft
7863 Girard Ave 105
Living Room Coffee
1000 ft
1010 Prospect St
Bobboi Natural Gelato
1300 ft
8008 Girard Ave
Smashburger
900 ft
1000 Prospect St
Jersey Mike's Subs
1300 ft
7836 Herschel Ave
City Tacos Imperial Beach
1200 ft
805 Seacoast Dr
Gelateria Frizzante
1200 ft
1025 Prospect St Ste 130
Dr Juice
1900 ft
8008 Girard Ave Suite 140
Starbucks
1600 ft
1055 Torrey Pines Rd #102
Family-focused reviews and ratings
Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
88%
loved it and would return for another family vacation
8.8/10
Great
Rooms
8.4
Location
10.0
Service
8.4
Dining
8.2
Guest reviews
8.8/10
based on 5 reviews
8.6
8.6/10 based on 1279 reviews
Jeff
United States,
October
2024
10.0/10
Great location, amenities, and service. A family-friendly atmosphere, with lots of thoughtful touches.
Rooms
10.0
Our room was very clean and comfortable, with plenty of space for our family of four. The balconies were a bonus!
Service
10.0
The staff was really friendly and accommodating; they went above and beyond to help us.
Location
10.0
The location was superb, in walking distance to all La Jolla shops and the beach.
Dining
10.0
Tons of restaurant options nearby; the hotel even had discount coupons.
Facilities
10.0
The heated pool was a huge hit with the kids! We also enjoyed the coffee bar and snack machines.
Norman
United States,
August
2024
10.0/10
Wonderful stay! Ann Marie was super helpful getting us a room for our family. Great location and comfy beds.
Rooms
10.0
Needed a rollaway bed and Ann Marie made it easy. Room was perfect!
Service
10.0
Ann Marie was fantastic; above and beyond helpful!
Location
10.0
Hard to beat the location and price!
Dining
8.0
I didn't focus on dining during my visit.
Facilities
9.0
Loved the lounge area and heated pool deck!
Kelly
United States,
July
2024
9.0/10
This hotel is a great value in La Jolla. Clean, quiet, and perfectly located. I will stay again!
Rooms
9.0
Our room was extremely quiet, even though it was near the pool and street. Everything worked perfectly and it was very clean!
Service
9.0
Staff was very helpful and friendly. Easy check-in and check-out.
Location
10.0
Walkable to everything. I didn't need my car the whole time!
Dining
8.0
Lots of restaurant choices nearby. The hotel provided discount coupons.
Facilities
9.0
Clean and well-kept facilities, including a heated pool. Coffee in the lobby was a plus.
Erin
United States,
May
2024
8.0/10
Our family trip was great! The location was perfect, and the room was comfortable despite some minor issues with the upgrade. I'd definitely return.
Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and comfortable, but the partial ocean view upgrade wasn't worth the extra cost. It overlooked the parking lot. However, we enjoyed the balcony.
Service
6.0
Check-in was a bit disappointing because the promised upgrade was not as described, but the staff was friendly.
Location
10.0
The location was amazing, close to everything we wanted to do!
Dining
9.0
We walked to dinner, dessert, and breakfast easily from the hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The parking was a little confusing but we managed it ok.
John
United States,
January
2024
7.0/10
Despite some minor issues, the location is unbeatable. We loved being so close to everything La Jolla offers!
Rooms
6.0
The room was a bit dated, but clean and functional. It was quite small.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful overall, but there were some issues with room service.
Location
10.0
The location was very convenient, close to the beach and great breakfast places.
Dining
6.0
La Jolla has amazing food options, but the hotel's breakfast was basic.
Facilities
6.0
The pool was nice, but the overall hotel needs some updating.
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