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Empress Hotel La Jolla
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Empress Hotel La Jolla, San Diego

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92037
Great
8.2
8.6
/10
4.7
/5
“The hotel's location is perfect for accessing all the shopping and dining in downtown La Jolla.”view full review

Empress Hotel La Jolla is a 3-star boutique hotel offering pet-friendly accommodations, just steps from the Pacific Ocean. Highlights include a comfortable on-site restaurant serving classic Italian cuisine and personalized guest services.

Rooms & Amenities

The Empress Hotel La Jolla features newly renovated rooms that include king and queen-sized beds, flat-screen televisions, refrigerators, and upgraded finishes. Oversized Empress Suites offer a separate living area and whirlpool spa tubs, enhancing the comfort for guests.

Dining Options

On-site dining at Manhattan of La Jolla presents authentic Italian cuisine and a variety of dining options, including room service and happy hours. Guests can enjoy live music in the evenings, complementing their culinary experience.

Services & Meeting Facilities

The hotel offers two event spaces equipped with audio and visual facilities, suitable for corporate meetings and special occasions. Guests can also request beach supplies through the Hotel Beach Concierge service for a perfect day by the sea.

Local Area & Attractions

Empress Hotel La Jolla is situated close to notable attractions such as La Jolla Cove and the San Diego Zoo, offering diverse activities including golf at Torrey Pines. Public transport options are available within a short walking distance, connecting guests to more of San Diego's highlights.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Two Queen Room
Superior Two Queen Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
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Double Room
Double Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
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Superior King Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Air conditioning
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Comfortable and Cozy
“The room was incredibly cozy, especially the bed and pillows. I loved the small fridge and the lighted mirror in the bathroom which added a nice touch.” view full review
Delicious Breakfast
“The free breakfast was a great start to our day, offering a variety of options that we thoroughly enjoyed each morning.” view full review
Easy Valet Service
“The valet service was efficient and made parking a breeze, allowing us to focus on enjoying our stay.” view full review
Convenient Amenities
“Having a small fridge in the room was very convenient for storing snacks and drinks, making our stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Location

7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92037
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7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92037
City landmarks
Beach
La Jolla Cove
4200 ft
Landmark
Girard Avenue and Prospect Street
2100 ft
Landmark
Africa and Beyond
2100 ft
Park
La Jolla Shores Park
1.5 mi
Landmark
Simic Gallery
2300 ft
Aquarium
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2.1 mi
Park
San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park
3300 ft
Landmark
Sunny Jim Cave
2400 ft
Beach
Marine Street Beach
4500 ft
Landmark
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
1.6 mi
Beach
Windansea Beach
1.3 mi
Park
Kellogg Park
1.3 mi
Nearby
Beach
Children's Pool
2000 ft
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
900 ft
Museum
Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla
300 ft
Church
St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
600 ft
Church
Mary Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church
800 ft
Gallery
Legends Gallery
1800 ft
Gallery
National Geographic Fine Art Galleries
1800 ft
Park
Coast Boulevard Park
3300 ft
7650 Girard Avenue
Trilogy Sanctuary
800 ft
Park
Cuvier Park
1900 ft
7777 Fay Ave
Sparkcycle
100 ft
Park
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
2000 ft
Beach
La Jolla Tide Pools
3100 ft
7843 Girard Ave
Buddhi Yoga
600 ft
Gallery
Colosseum Fine Arts
1600 ft
1162 Prospect St
Gallery La Jolla
1700 ft
8650 Kennel Way
Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier
3300 ft
Gallery
RC Gorman Navajo Gallery
1800 ft
Restaurants
Brick & Bell Cafe
300 ft
928 Silverado Street
Lean and Green Cafe La Jolla
500 ft
7825 Fay Ave #180 First Choice Executive Suites
Fruittitude
600 ft
7777 Girard Ave Suite 103
Nekter Juice Bar
700 ft
834 Kline Street
Jersey Mike's Subs
1000 ft
7836 Herschel Ave
Bobboi Natural Gelato
1500 ft
8008 Girard Ave
Living Room Coffee
1200 ft
1010 Prospect St
Gelateria Frizzante
1400 ft
1025 Prospect St Ste 130
The Taco Stand
2800 ft
621 Pearl St
Starbucks
1900 ft
1055 Torrey Pines Rd #102
Getting around
City Centre
San Diego22 min  ·  8.8 mi
Airports
San Diego International Airport (SAN)33 min  ·  13.4 mi
El Cajon (CJN)55 min  ·  22.6 mi
Train
Coaster Sorrento Valley Station12 min  ·  5.0 mi
San Diego Old Town Transportation Center19 min  ·  7.6 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 25 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
42

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