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Empress Hotel of La Jolla

7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, US
4.5Excellent
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Gym
Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Laundry

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About this property

The Empress Hotel of La Jolla is a three-star independent hotel located in the heart of La Jolla, California. Situated just a three-minute drive from La Jolla Cove and seven minutes from Mission Bay, the property puts guests within easy reach of the region's most popular beaches and attractions. San Diego International Airport is approximately 10 miles away, with taxi and shuttle services available for ground transportation.

The hotel offers 73 guestrooms, including four suites, each equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and pillowtop bed dressed in premium bedding. Rooms feature flat-screen televisions with cable programming and complimentary wireless internet access. Bathrooms are appointed with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests rate room comfort at 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Dining options include Manhattan of La Jolla, a steakhouse serving Italian cuisine with a bar and lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM. The property also offers room service during limited hours. Beyond dining, amenities include a fitness center, terrace with views, concierge services, and wedding services. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the property. Nearby outdoor activities include snorkeling, surfing, kayaking, sailing, golfing, and hiking and biking trails. Beach umbrellas, sun loungers, and towels are provided for guests.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible late arrival options, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is pet-friendly, accommodating dogs and cats up to 50 pounds each, with a maximum of two pets per room; service animals are exempt from pet fees. A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage are available. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with accessible public washrooms, registration desk, fitness center, and on-site restaurant.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Empress Hotel of La Jolla, you'll be centrally located in La Jolla, a 3-minute drive from La Jolla Cove and 8 minutes from Mission Bay. This hotel is 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Mission Beach and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Hotel Circle.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Cuvier Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
La Jolla Cove - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Windansea Beach - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
La Jolla Beach - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
La Jolla Shores Park - 3.2 km / 2 mi
University of California, San Diego - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Bird Rock - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Scripps Pier - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Mission and Pacific Beaches - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Birch Aquarium - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Pacific Beach - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Tourmaline Surfing Park - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
La Jolla Playhouse - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Pacific Beach Park - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19.7 km / 12.2 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21.3 km / 13.2 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 32 km / 19.9 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 49.6 km / 30.8 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 57.1 km / 35.5 mi

The preferred airport for Empress Hotel of La Jolla is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 74 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy Italian cuisine at Manhattan of La Jolla, a steakhouse which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in La Jolla? This hotel has 450 square feet (42 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms.

Getting here

Lindbergh Field - San Diego International Airport - 10 miles away Taxi - $55 each way, Shuttle available

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Valet Parking included in our Resort Fee.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 fire extinguisher
  • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

Pets are welcome.

  • Pet Friendly. $25 per day pet fee

Fees & policies

  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $17.24 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Beach loungers Beach towels Fitness center access In-room coffee Laundry facilities Newspaper We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $35 per pet, per day Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know before you go

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Where is Empress Hotel of La Jolla located?

Empress Hotel of La Jolla is located at 7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, US.

What attractions are near Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Cuvier Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi La Jolla Cove - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Windansea Beach - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi La Jolla Beach - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi La Jolla Shores Park - 3.2 km / 2 mi University of California, San Diego - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi Bird Rock - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi Scripps Pier - 4 km / 2.5 mi Mission and Pacific Beaches - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Birch Aquarium - 4.8 km / 3 mi Pacific Beach - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi Tourmaline Surfing Park - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi La Jolla Playhouse - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi Pacific Beach Park - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi The nearest airports are: San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19.7 km / 12.2 mi San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21.3 km / 13.2 mi San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 32 km / 19.9 mi Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 49.6 km / 30.8 mi Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 57.1 km / 35.5 mi The preferred airport for Empress Hotel of La Jolla is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).

Does Empress Hotel of La Jolla offer parking?

Valet Parking included in our Resort Fee.

How do I get to Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Lindbergh Field - San Diego International Airport - 10 miles away Taxi - $55 each way, Shuttle available Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Enjoy Italian cuisine at Manhattan of La Jolla, a steakhouse which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

What amenities does Empress Hotel of La Jolla offer?

Empress Hotel of La Jolla features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry.

What are the rooms like at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Make yourself at home in one of the 74 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Is Empress Hotel of La Jolla pet-friendly?

Yes, Empress Hotel of La Jolla is pet-friendly. Pet Friendly. $25 per day pet fee.

What fees should I know about at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $17.24 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Beach loungers Beach towels Fitness center access In-room coffee Laundry facilities Newspaper We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $35 per pet, per day Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

What should I know before staying at Empress Hotel of La Jolla?

Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A car is not required for transportation to and from this property. Contactless check-out is available.