Empress Hotel La Jolla, San Diego ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

7766 Fay Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92037

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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 King Room

Max:

3 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Superior Two Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Air conditioning

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

San Diego 14.1 km

Airports

San Diego International (SAN) 21.5 km

El Cajon (CJN) 36.3 km

Train

Coaster Sorrento Valley Station 8.0 km

San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 12.2 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Good Breakfast!

“We truly enjoyed the complimentary breakfast! It was a fantastic start to our day with a variety of tasty options.” view full review

Spotless Rooms!

“Our room was impeccably clean upon arrival, which made our stay even more enjoyable and relaxing.” view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere!

“The room had a lovely nautical vibe that created a soothing atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a long day.” view full review

Convenient Amenities!

“We appreciated the in-room self-catering facilities that allowed us to enjoy meals at our convenience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No 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

Location

7766 Fay Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92037

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7766 Fay Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92037

City landmarks

Beach

La Jolla Cove

1.3 km

About 16 Km Northwest of San Diego Girard and Prospect Avenues

Girard Avenue and Prospect Street

610 m

1250 Prospect St

Africa and Beyond

630 m

Park

La Jolla Shores Park

2.4 km

1205 Prospect St

Simic Gallery

690 m

Aquarium

Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography

3.3 km

Park

San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park

1.0 km

1325 Cave St

Sunny Jim Cave

730 m

Beach

Marine Street Beach

1.4 km

6905 La Jolla Scenic Drive South

Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial

2.7 km

Beach

Windansea Beach

2.1 km

Park

Kellogg Park

2.1 km

Nearby

Beach

Children's Pool

580 m

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

270 m

Museum

Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla

90 m

Church

St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church

150 m

Church

Mary Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church

250 m

Gallery

Legends Gallery

530 m

Gallery

National Geographic Fine Art Galleries

540 m

Park

Coast Boulevard Park

990 m

7650 Girard Avenue

Trilogy Sanctuary

240 m

Park

Cuvier Park

550 m

7777 Fay Ave

Sparkcycle

30 m

Park

Ellen Browning Scripps Park

590 m

Beach

La Jolla Tide Pools

940 m

7843 Girard Ave

Buddhi Yoga

190 m

Gallery

Colosseum Fine Arts

460 m

1162 Prospect St

Gallery La Jolla

510 m

8650 Kennel Way

Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier

980 m

Gallery

RC Gorman Navajo Gallery

530 m

Restaurants

Brick & Bell Cafe

90 m

928 Silverado Street

Lean and Green Cafe La Jolla

130 m

7825 Fay Ave #180 First Choice Executive Suites

Nekter Juice Bar

200 m

834 Kline Street

Fruittitude

180 m

7777 Girard Ave Suite 103

Jersey Mike's Subs

280 m

7836 Herschel Ave

Bobboi Natural Gelato

440 m

8008 Girard Ave

Living Room Coffee

360 m

1010 Prospect St

Gelateria Frizzante

420 m

1025 Prospect St Ste 130

The Taco Stand

830 m

621 Pearl St

Starbucks

550 m

1055 Torrey Pines Rd #102

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Great location

Strong restaurant smells

Need for room updates

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

4.5/5 based on 1433 reviews

#3 of 23 hotels in La Jolla based on Tripadvisor

Bernard

United States, February 2024

8.8/10

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The rooms were impeccably clean, and the location was perfect, surrounded by great shops and restaurants. However, being right above the restaurant meant our room often smelled of garlic and Italian food, which was fine for me but may not suit everyone.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were much more elaborate than I had imagined. The location was perfect, surrounded by great shops and restaurants, and a short walk to the cove and shore.

Service

9.0

The service was so friendly and helpful. From the people I spoke to on the phone to the concierge and valet, everyone was wonderful, helpful, and efficient.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, right in the shops and cafes, only a few minutes' walk from the coastline.

Dining

8.0

The dining was above the usual standard with a reasonable choice and metal cutlery, definitely a bonus.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent. The hotel offers room service, dry cleaning, laundry, valet parking, and pet amenities.

Friendly staff

Strong restaurant smells

Gene

United States, December 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of La Jolla, close to the Bay and shoreline, offering a cozy and convenient stay. The rooms are compact yet cozy, with a clever design featuring a glass walk-in shower that adds a spacious feel. The service is impeccable and goes above and beyond, making for a memorable stay. However, the dining options could be more varied, and the pricing is somewhat on the higher side.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms up to the 2nd floor were clean and comfortable, enhanced by the glass walk-in shower that creates an illusion of space.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly, attentive, and went the extra mile to assist us during our stay from April 16-18, 2019.

Location

9.0

The hotel's central location in La Jolla provides easy access to prime shopping, restaurants, and the Cove, making exploration a breeze.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience in the lobby offered decent options but could benefit from more variety and lower pricing.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts pleasant facilities, including a whirlpool and pet-friendly amenities, catering to various guest needs.

Friendly Staff

Limited Dining Options

William

United States, September 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is ideally located, minutes from the coast and surrounded by great restaurants and shops. My room was spotless, well-stocked with top-quality amenities, and offered a lovely view. The service exceeded my expectations with their helpfulness and courtesy, going the extra mile to provide recommendations for exploring San Diego. However, the dining options were just average, lacking variety in the breakfast selections.

Rooms

8.0

I was impressed by the cleanliness and attention to detail in my room, which also had a nice view.

Service

9.0

The staff was outstanding, offering assistance in securing a driver and providing helpful directions to nearby attractions.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, right in the center of town with easy access to various amenities and attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was satisfactory but could have offered more diverse breakfast options.