About
This European boutique-style hotel in La Jolla, California is just steps to the stunning shores of the Pacific Ocean. The elegant rooms at Empress Hotel are styled in jewel-toned colors. Each features fridge, microwave and coffee maker for convenience. With free WiFi and a work desk, the Empress Hotel is the ideal "work from hotel" option. The on-site Manhattan Restaurant features Authentic Italian Cuisine in a stylish setting, also available for in-room dining. With Concierge service, our Front Desk Team will help guide you to the numerous galleries, shops and restaurants that bring visitors back to La Jolla time after time. Enjoy walking by the seals and sea lions or opt for adventure in Sunny Jim's Cave or kayak in La Jolla Cove. Nearby golfing at Torrey Pines and San Diego attractions of San Diego Zoo, Safari Park and Sea World are a short drive from Empress Hotel La Jolla for an experience to remember.
Guest Rating
Very Good
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Room Options
Superior Two Queen Room
356 sqft • 2 Queen
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Superior King Room
345 sqft • 1 King and 1 Sofabed
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Double Room
345 sqft • 1 King
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Accessible Queen
sqft • 1 Queen
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Very Good
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Pros +
- Great location, comfortable beds, decent breakfast, nice hotel restaurant for evening, helpful staff
- Location excellentFriendly and helpful staff********
- The restaurant was nice and good location
Cons -
- Small things only: poor internet connection that kept disconnecting, bathroom didn’t have a trash can
- Sofa pull out in Rm # 401 was just awful!
- Beds were too soft
Top Quotes:
"Competent, resourceful and friendly staff."
"Very close to the ocean and walking distance to restaurants and shopping."
"Beautiful little gem in La Jolla."
Business Traveler (35)
Solo Traveler (49)
Traveling as Couple (179)
Family with Young Children (122)
Family with Teens (1)
Senior Traveler (1)
Group Traveler (34)
Total (250)
Limor
•Posted on: 1-31-2026
Great location, comfortable beds, decent breakfast, nice hotel restaurant for evening, helpful staff
Small things only: poor internet connection that kept disconnecting, bathroom didn’t have a trash can
Barbara
•Posted on: 1-22-2026
Location excellentFriendly and helpful staff********
Sofa pull out in Rm # 401 was just awful!
Mark
•Posted on: 1-19-2026
The restaurant was nice and good location
Mike
•Posted on: 1-19-2026
Piano bar was the highlight
Beds were too soft
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Guest Policies
Check-in:
After 04:00 PM
Check-out:
Before 11:00 AM
Pets:
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Important Info:
Please note: The property accepts reservations and will rent rooms and other facilities to people under 18 years old in cases where either (i) a parent or legal guardian guarantees payment of all charges for rooms, food and beverage, incidentals and damages caused; or (ii) a person under 18 years old is legally emancipated and can present documentation at check-in showing they are emancipated and can legally contract for services.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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Empress Hotel Of La Jolla
7766 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA
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