For the classic La Jolla stay, book La Valencia, the pink 1926 landmark above the Cove. For the most polished resort, book The Lodge at Torrey Pines, AAA Five Diamond, on the 18th hole of Torrey Pines Golf Course. To fall asleep to the surf, book La Jolla Shores Hotel, right on the sand. For a historic Village hotel below La Valencia’s prices, book the Grande Colonial (1913). Estancia is a garden resort across from UC San Diego, and Orli is a 13-room boutique hotel in an Irving Gill house.
Where to stay, by type
La Valencia Hotel: luxury and history: the “Pink Lady” above the Cove, opened December 1926, about 100 rooms.
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: luxury resort: AAA Five Diamond, Craftsman style, on Torrey Pines Golf Course, with the Michelin-listed A.R. Valentien. 11480 N. Torrey Pines Rd.
La Jolla Shores Hotel: beachfront: on the sand at La Jolla Shores.
Grande Colonial: historic Village hotel: opened in 1913 as the Colonial Inn, home of the Michelin-listed Nine-Ten.
Orli La Jolla: boutique: 13 rooms in Irving Gill’s George Kautz House and the Kate Sessions House.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa: garden resort and spa: 210 rooms, AAA Four Diamond, across from UC San Diego at 9700 N. Torrey Pines Rd.
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton: near La Jolla Shores, with the rooftop restaurant Sea & Sky.
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FAQ
What is the nicest hotel in La Jolla?
The Lodge at Torrey Pines is La Jolla’s AAA Five Diamond resort. La Valencia is the most famous historic hotel.
Which La Jolla hotel is on the beach?
La Jolla Shores Hotel, on the sand at La Jolla Shores.
Are The Lodge at Torrey Pines and Estancia in La Jolla?
Yes, both have La Jolla addresses on North Torrey Pines Road, north of the Village near UC San Diego.