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Our top choices for La Jolla family-friendly hotels

A modern interior with a blue sofa, patterned rug, and a staircase.

1. Orli La Jolla

Orli La Jolla
2.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Beautiful small boutique hotel in gorgeous La Jolla. Perfect place to stay. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beach!"
United States
Joanne
The price is €408
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Orli La Jolla
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.

2. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,939 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Freddie
The price is €196
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A room with checkered patterned chairs, a round table with food and drinks, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

3. Grande Colonial Hotel

Grande Colonial Hotel
4.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Aigul
The price is €334
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Grande Colonial Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture, a stone building, and a view of the ocean and golf course.

4. Pantai Inn

Pantai Inn
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
David
The price is €399
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Pantai Inn
A deck with wicker furniture, a table, and an umbrella.

5. Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove

Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"A wonderful stay in a beautiful hotel"
United States
Philip David
The price is €296
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove
A multi-story hotel with a beach mural, palm trees, and a sign for 'Theshoal La Jolla Beach'.

6. The Shoal La Jolla Beach

The Shoal La Jolla Beach
2.5 star property
Beach Barber Tract
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very clean and close to the beach!"
United States
Randy
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Shoal La Jolla Beach
A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a patterned pillow, a glass container with seashells, and a book titled "The Sea."

7. La Jolla Riviera Inn

La Jolla Riviera Inn
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (671 reviews)
"It's located so close to the beach that it's the perfect place to enjoy the shoreline."
Mexico
Chang wouk
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
La Jolla Riviera Inn
A round table with a beige umbrella, two water bottles, and a book.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
Beach Barber Tract
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful. This quaint hotel is family- run and it a short walk to the beach."
Canada
Sheppy
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent sign reading "Empress Hotel La Jolla."

9. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Empress Hotel of La Jolla
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I’ll definitely stay here again if I make my way back to La Jolla!"
United States
Lindsay
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Empress Hotel of La Jolla
Two children playing with a wooden block game on a patio.

10. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,344 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Kevin
The price is €297
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees, a store with snack bags, and a street with parked cars.

11. Cormorant Boutique Hotel

Cormorant Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (592 reviews)
"Great stay and staff was fantastic!"
United States
Malik
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Cormorant Boutique Hotel
A table with a meal, drinks, and a bottle of champagne on a balcony overlooking a beach.

12. La Valencia Hotel

La Valencia Hotel
4.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Bar was awesome"
United States
Sorin
The price is €346
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
La Valencia Hotel
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a white armchair, and a wooden coffee table. There is a stone fireplace, large windows with plants, and a television mounted on the wall.

13. Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (735 reviews)
"The decoration is really beautiful. I loved the food and service. It is pretty close to the beach and restaurants."
Mexico
Adriana
The price is €219
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

14. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,249 reviews)
"The view was amazing! Housekeeping staff was excellent. The property was centrally located and close to shops and restraunts."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
La Jolla Cove Suites
A hotel balcony with a curved railing, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

15. Pacific Terrace Hotel

Pacific Terrace Hotel
4.0 star property
Pacific Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, it’s a great hotel right on PB with tons of restaurants and bars on the walk!"
United States
Allen Dean
The price is €250
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Pacific Terrace Hotel
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and pier.

16. Tower23 Hotel

Tower23 Hotel
4.0 star property
Pacific Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved this hotel so much I will definitely stay there again the location is prime and the restaurant is incredible"
United States
Tierney Shea
The price is €264
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Tower23 Hotel
A beach view with a palm tree, a covered area with people, and a building with a sloped roof.

17. The Beach Cottages

The Beach Cottages
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic location!"
United States
Jade
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Beach Cottages
A poolside bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of a golf course at sunset.

18. The Lodge at Torrey Pines

The Lodge at Torrey Pines
5.0 star property
Torrey Pines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and the staff was very friendly and accommodating with our dog. We will definitely be back!"
United States
Alan
The price is €532
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Lodge at Torrey Pines
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

19. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Overall great location, staff, and room"
United States
Melissa
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
A person holding a blue umbrella and a surfboard in front of a building with balconies and a palm tree.

20. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park Inn
3.0 star property
Pacific Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Well kept and the employees go above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable."
United States
Christina
The price is €216
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ocean Park Inn
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in La Jolla

Pool
Breakfast included

Family-friendly hotels with pools in La Jolla

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and palm trees.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2134)
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in La Jolla

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and palm trees.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2134)
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
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4-star family-friendly hotels in La Jolla

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and palm trees.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2134)
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
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Top La Jolla Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

10/10 Excellent
"We loved the balcony room. It was very nice to relax on the chairs in the stillness of the morning with the beautiful view of the ocean before heading out to the beach. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. Nice and quiet area . We will definitely come back to this hotel."
Mai 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What's La Jolla like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, La Jolla is a good choice. The popular aquarium, beaches and surfing spots are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Fly into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is the closest airport, or San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.), which is located 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in La Jolla?
Inn By The Sea La Jolla is a hotel with an outdoor pool and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your stay with the children include La Jolla Cove Suites and Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines.
How many hotels that welcome families will I find in La Jolla?
Expedia has 6 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in La Jolla.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in La Jolla?
The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for La Jolla is 332 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in La Jolla?
While you and your family are visiting La Jolla, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Birch Aquarium, La Jolla Playhouse and Salk Institute for Biological Studies. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Mission Bay, San Diego Zoo and Mission Beach.
What's the best way for us to get around La Jolla?
You can walk to nearby metro stations including Nobel Drive Station, VA Medical Center Station and UC San Diego Central Campus Station. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.