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Our top choices for La Jolla motels

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

1. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (299 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

2. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (589 reviews)
"Love the location"
United States
Evelyn
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Lobby

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,355 reviews)
"The night staff person was very helpful and understanding. We really enjoyed our stay here."
United States
Joyce
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

4. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the stay everything was clean and check in/out was super easy"
United States
Sanie
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

5. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,074 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and great location"
United States
Bob
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

6. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (949 reviews)
"It is a small place but perfect for what we needed. Easy to check in and out. I'd stay again!!"
United States
ann
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
El Rancho Motel
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

7. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (652 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Moonlight Beach Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

8. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (468 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Escondido Lodge
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

9. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (858 reviews)
"Amazing Stay!"
United States
Guillaume
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Crown City Inn
A wooden sign for Coronado Island Inn with a pergola and palm trees in the background.

10. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.4 out of 10, Good, (590 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Coronado Island Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean facility and helpful staff"
United States
SCOTT
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A wall-mounted sign with 'Greetings from California' and a coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and condiments.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Location was fantastic and room was always super clean."
United States
James
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the building outside.

14. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, near airport, bit old but fair for the price"
United States
Perla Carolina
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
A beach scene with people walking, some holding surfboards, and a building with a red roof in the background.

15. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (928 reviews)
"The motel felt very safe and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Coronado Inn
A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

16. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (905 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

17. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,213 reviews)
"Friendly staff, awesome comfortable rooms,sweet shower,& delicious latte @ the fun café. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Marisa
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Rambler Hotel
A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.

18. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (306 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Villa Serena
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

19. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (728 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and considerate"
United States
Theodore
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Northgate Motel
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

20. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (468 reviews)
"I always have a good time at the Relax inn"
United States
Raymond
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Relax Inn And Suites
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La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel, wonderful staff, Great food. We really enjoyed our stay."
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La Jolla Shores Hotel

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La Jolla Motels information

Number of reviews
6,143
Accommodation
2 Motels
Lowest Price
€55
Highest Price
€202

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to La Jolla?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what La Jolla has to offer. In the larger area, popular places to visit include Mission Bay, San Diego Zoo and Mission Beach.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in La Jolla?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. The Rambler Hotel is located 26.9 km from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the 24-hour business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central La Jolla is 24.2 mi (39 km) away. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 20 mi (32.2 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Central La Jolla is 18 mi (28.9 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego: 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in La Jolla?
While you're sightseeing around the area, enjoy its scenic seaside and top-notch restaurants. Visitors like La Jolla for its aquarium. Favourite places in and around La Jolla include Mission Bay, San Diego Zoo and Mission Beach. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Windansea Beach, Cuvier Park and La Jolla Cove. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, Belmont Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego.
What's the seasonal weather like in La Jolla?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in La Jolla to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around La Jolla while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in La Jolla to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.), which is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Nobel Drive Station, VA Medical Center Station and UC San Diego Central Campus Station.

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