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A modern restaurant with high tables, booths, and a central island.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a large globe artwork, and a snack display.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a pool area visible through glass doors.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Pacific Beach

$103

$118 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A resort pool area with a small waterfall, surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery.

A lush garden with palm trees, a pathway, and outdoor seating.

A serene garden with a pond, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a staircase, and seating arrangements.

2. Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

La Jolla Village

$219

$252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.

A wicker table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a potted plant.

3. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Village of La Jolla

$213

$245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.

A digital display in a hotel lobby with a view of a beach and ocean.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a unique hanging light fixture.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a well-lit pathway.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Sorrento Valley

$152

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, striped armchairs, and a green ottoman.

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a black ottoman, a purple armchair, and a round coffee table. There is a television mounted on the wall and a wooden shelf with a decorative item.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach

$108

$125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio area with outdoor seating, a grill, and palm trees.

A hotel with a brick facade, palm trees, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A corridor with a vending machine and refrigerated shelves stocked with beverages and snacks.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley

Sorrento Valley

$151

$174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the sea.

A beach with waves, a sunset, and a row of houses along the shore.

7. La Jolla Cove Suites

Village of La Jolla

$237

$272 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a seating area, and a buffet table.

A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill' and various colorful drinks on the counter.

A hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Sorrento Valley

$152

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

9. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

$144

$166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and hanging pendant lights.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, stone pillars, and large windows overlooking greenery.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, and two potted plants.

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Carmel Valley

$140

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Outdoor lounge chairs and tables arranged in a patio area.

A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash. There is a potted plant on the countertop and a door with a white frame.

A table with a potted plant, a glass of water, and a magazine, near a pool with lounge chairs and a fence in the background.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There are windows with curtains, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

11. La Jolla Riviera Inn

La Jolla Shores

$189

$213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and hanging lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a book.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent sign reading "Empress Hotel La Jolla."

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a table, and artwork on the walls.

12. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Village of La Jolla

$215

$265 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.

A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.

A stone-paved pathway leading to a covered entrance with a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.

13. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores

$289

$396 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious hotel kitchen with marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and a central island.

A hotel with a beige facade, "Homewood Suites" signage, and a covered entrance area with seating.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view.

A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees, with a multi-story building in the background.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

Carmel Valley

$144

$165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A deck with wicker furniture, a table, and an umbrella.

A balcony with a railing and a view of the ocean.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a television.

A room with a dining table, a sofa, and a chair. There is a window with blinds, a hanging light fixture, and a lamp on a side table.

15. Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove

Village of La Jolla

$279

$315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a covered seating area.

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a seating area with chairs and ottomans, and artwork on the walls.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island, and a variety of appliances and storage containers.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, a fireplace, and a staircase.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla

La Jolla Village

$195

$224 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern architectural entrance with a central archway, illuminated by wall-mounted lights, flanked by planters with cacti, and a pathway leading through the arch.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A person in a hot tub with a wall of greenery and a sign that says 'TAKE THE PLUNGE'.

A modern building with a sign reading "BOARDSWALK HOTEL" and a patio area with string lights.

17. Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

Mission Beach

$154

$173 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a pool area.

A spacious kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A beach view from a balcony with a white railing, a palm tree, and a sandy beach in the background.

18. Surfer Beach Hotel

Pacific Beach

$127

$143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A coastal promenade with palm trees, a beach, and a medical building.

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, palm trees, and a pool area.

A long table with a wave pattern design, surrounded by yellow chairs.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

19. Ocean Park Inn

Pacific Beach

$232

$266 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A balcony with wicker furniture, a stone building, and a view of the ocean and golf course.

A hotel with a water feature, stone steps, and balconies with lights.

A coastal view with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and a white fence overlooking the beach.

A room with a dining table and chairs, a painting, a lamp, and a view of the ocean and a building with palm trees.

20. Pantai Inn

Village of La Jolla

$413

$494 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Top neighborhoods in La Jolla

A coastal cityscape with a rocky shoreline, buildings, and a clear sky.

A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, surrounded by residential buildings and palm trees.

Tall palm trees in front of a building with balconies.

A nighttime cityscape with modern high-rise buildings and illuminated streets.

La Jolla Village

Mixed residential/business area in coastal La Jolla, featuring La Jolla Village Square and The Shops at La Jolla Village. Enjoy parks like Rose Canyon Open Space and Villa La Jolla, with easy access via I-5, SR-52, and Mid-Coast Trolley.

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A pier extending into the ocean with waves lapping at its base.

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with cacti in the foreground.

A beach with a pier extending into the ocean during sunset.

A pier extending into the water with clear reflections on the wet surface.

A coastal cityscape with waves at the shore and a sunset sky.

La Jolla Shores

La Jolla Shores wraps you in coastal bliss with its mile-long sandy beach and gentle waves perfect for swimming. Kellogg Park offers grassy spots for picnics with Pacific Ocean views, while the underwater ecological reserve creates a snorkeler's paradise. The Birch Aquarium perches on coastal bluffs, showcasing the marine wonders you'll glimpse offshore. Upscale seafood restaurants and beachside cafes dot the area, though they close early evening. Luxury resorts and vacation rentals dominate accommodations with premium amenities. The neighborhood has limited public transit, but the flat, walkable beachfront makes exploring on foot a breeze.

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

A rocky beach with palm trees and houses on a cliff.

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against it and a large colony of birds perched on the cliff.

Seals resting on rocky outcrops by the sea.

A sandy beach with clear water and a group of seals resting on the shore.

Bird Rock

Bird Rock feels like a secret coastal village that San Diego locals have been keeping to themselves. Dramatic tide pools carved into sandstone cliffs invite exploration during low tide, while pocket beaches offer quiet spots to watch surfers tackle the waves. The namesake offshore rock formation creates a striking natural landmark visible from the neighborhood's scenic coastal paths. Small artisanal cafes and farm-to-table restaurants dot the walkable streets, serving fresh seafood with ocean views. Most visitors stay in boutique bed-and-breakfasts or vacation rentals tucked into the residential streets. The neighborhood's laid-back vibe makes it perfect for travelers seeking authentic coastal charm without the tourist crowds.

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A sunset over a coastal town with buildings and trees silhouetted against the sky.

La Jolla Heights

Perched in the hills above La Jolla, this exclusive neighborhood serves up jaw-dropping ocean views that'll make your Instagram followers weep with envy. La Jolla Heights offers a peaceful escape from tourist crowds with its quiet streets and proximity to natural treasures like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. The nearby La Jolla Playhouse brings world-class theater to your doorstep. Getting around requires wheels—the steep terrain isn't ideal for casual strolls. Most visitors drive to La Jolla Village for dining and shopping, just a quick 5-10 minute trip down the hill. Luxury vacation rentals with private pools dominate the accommodation scene, perfect for travelers seeking high-end comfort with a side of seclusion.

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A rocky cliff by the ocean with a bridge in the background.

A coastal highway with a bridge, cliffs, and a beach.

A coastal landscape with a prominent cliff and ocean waves.

A coastal road with a cliff on one side and a beach on the other.

Torrey Pines

Boasting the highly-ranked Torrey Pines Golf Course, this coastal neighborhood offers 42% parks and open spaces, with easy access to I-5. Explore nearby Torrey Pines State Park and beach for stunning ocean views.

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Top landmarks in La Jolla

A coastal cityscape with a golf course, beachfront, and residential buildings.

La Jolla Cove

9.4/10 (8,246 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to La Jolla Cove, located 1.2 mi (2 km) from central La Jolla. Catch the sunset by the shore at Children's Pool Beach, just a short walk away.

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A coastal scene with a pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach, and a cliff with buildings on top.

La Jolla Beach

9.6/10 (1,296 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to La Jolla Beach, located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central La Jolla. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Scripps Beach and Scripps Coastal Reserve, both within a short walk.

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Torrey Pines Golf Course

9.0/10 (601 reviews)

You might want to practice your swing at Torrey Pines Golf Course, a golf course located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from central La Jolla. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If Torrey Pines Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, The Grand Golf Club is also nearby.

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A rocky beach with people, waves, and a building with a thatched roof.

Windansea Beach

9.2/10 (409 reviews)

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Windansea Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central La Jolla. Catch the sunset by the shore at La Jolla Tide Pools and Marine Street Beach, located nearby.

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An aquarium with various fish swimming among kelp and rocks.

Birch Aquarium

8.6/10 (265 reviews)

Get lost in halls of wondrous fish and exotic marine mammals at Birch Aquarium, just one of the attractions in La Jolla Shores. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Birch Aquarium, you'll love Athenaeum Music and Arts Library and La Jolla Community Center, both located nearby.

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A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff, ocean waves, and a beach with people.

La Jolla Shores Park

9.4/10 (1,695 reviews)

La Jolla Shores Park is worth a pic or two when discovering La Jolla Shores.

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A modern building with palm trees, a stop sign, and a clear blue sky.

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is just one of the attractions in Village of La Jolla, La Jolla so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture La Jolla has to offer, head to Cuvier Park, La Jolla Cove, and Windansea Beach.

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Torrey Pines Gliderport

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of La Jolla student life, check out Torrey Pines Gliderport in Torrey Pines. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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