The La Jolla center is approximately the area of Children's Cove and 1 mile west of Birch Aquarium at Scripps.
La Jolla boasts warm weather year-round, with temperatures reaching the upper seventies in the summer and fall and the upper sixties in winter and spring. You'll see a few raindrops if you visit from the late fall through the early spring, but the skies remain dry from mid-spring through mid-fall.
With school breaks and an upsurge in tourism, La Jolla can get busy and expensive during the summer. The area shines the brightest during the spring and fall, when temperatures are warm, crowds are smaller, and hotel rates are relatively reasonable. No matter when you plan to visit, however, book in advance since this is a popular area to visit any time of year.
Get the best of both worlds with great amenities and reasonable rates at these best value options in La Jolla.
Book an affordable village view queen or king room at the Grande Colonial Hotel, and you'll have plenty left over in your vacation budget for fun in the sun. Rooms feature essentials like LCD TVs, desks, and complimentary Wi-Fi, while the property boasts an outdoor pool and a garden. Have breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the hotel, or go out to explore the nearby restaurants and shops.
Less than a mile from La Jolla shores, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa has affordable accommodations that range from deluxe rooms to premier versions that include a balcony. If you feel like splurging on extra space for your family or group of friends, the Presidential Suite offers separate living and dining spaces, as well as a balcony or patio. Book a facial or a massage at the on-site spa, or relax in the spa tub and steam room at no additional cost. Plan a night in with room service, or head out on the town thanks to the hotel's limousine service.
Book a deluxe room with a standard view or an ocean view at Hotel La Jolla, and you'll be near La Jolla Shores and the Birch Aquarium. All rooms include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and private furnished balconies. Work up a sweat in the 24-hour fitness center, swim a few laps in the pool, and have a meal at the restaurant. Don't miss the complimentary reception each afternoon, and follow it up with a drink at the poolside bar. With a 24-hour business center and about 1,000 square feet of conference space, this hotel is great for business travelers.
The Hyatt Regency La Jolla might not be right on the beach, but it's just a short drive from the seaside as well as the University of California - San Diego campus. The hotel has over 400 well-appointed rooms with upscale amenities like iPod docking stations and designer toiletries as well as essentials like flat-screen TVs and desks. Play a game of tennis or go for a swim, and then sit down to a great meal at one of two restaurants. The Hyatt also offers 24-hour room service as well as a poolside bar.
Add to your already impressive savings on La Jolla hotels with a few standard discounts. AAA members can save up to 25 percent on rooms at La Jolla Cove Suites and the Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla. AARP members and seniors get low rates at the Grande Colonial Hotel and the Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa.
Hit the beach at La Jolla Shores, one of the area's best places to swim and sun. Windansea Beach is another popular stretch of sand, with large rocks and big waves. When you've had your fill of the beach, check out the shops on Girard Avenue and Prospect Street, one of La Jolla's most popular shopping strips.
When you visit La Jolla, you'll be just steps from fascinating sea life, and the best place to see it up close is the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Here you'll see everything from fish to seahorses to coral, along with exhibits on Mexican seas, kelp forests, and tide pools.
To explore some of the best wilderness around La Jolla, head to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. Take your pick from 10 different trails surrounded by flowers, shrubs, wildlife, and stunning views. If you prefer a coastal walk, check out La Jolla Cove, where you'll be entertained by the surf and the countless sea lions.
With its unbeatable weather, beautiful scenery, and variety of attractions, any time is a great time to visit La Jolla. Don't wait another minute to start planning your La Jolla trip.
La Jolla, literally "the jewel" of San Diego, is an affluent, hillside beach resort community. Surrounded by beautiful beaches and ocean bluffs on three sides, La Jolla is blessed with stunning ocean views, mild climate, and plenty of avenues of leiusure and relaxation. In 2008 and 2009, La Jolla was known for having the high-priced homes, among the highest in nation but this did not stop it from becoming a popular tourist destination. Visitors in the area can splurge on jewelry, upscale boutiques and restaurants, as well as stay in luxurious hotel accommodations. For the best dining and shopping experiences, visitors must visit Prospect Street and Girard Avenue. Sitting atop a hill, La Jolla boasts of wonderful views everywhere visitors go. The Torrey Pines Golf Course hosts an annual PGA Tour event. The Museum of Contemporary Art houses a wonderful collection of treasures and is located just above the waterfront. The Windansea Beach, La Jolla Cove, Children's Pool Beach, and La Jolla Cove are some of the popular beaches to go to in the area for swimming and other water sports. Cave exploring and rough water swimming is also a must-try for all visitors in La Jolla, San Diego City's jewel.
Below are reviews of the city of La Jolla, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Have been up and down the coast for the last 40 years with and without kids. La Jolla has all there is to offer from kayaking with the seals to too many restaurants to review!
Beach town.
Beautiful city.
We were there because my girlfriend's daughter had brain surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital.
Love the coastal walk and the beach vibe!
The breakfast at cottage down the street was great. Walking around on the beach. Stores to walk around and check out. The best spot for us after going to dinner or the racetrack. The Spot, bar food not bad and Laura the bartender hilarious and loves everyone. Locals go there.
A clean and charming city. I met very nice people everywhere I traveled to. Will definitely come back for another visit. I also like the options of the number of places to dine, shop or just sightsee.
The ocean!
Beach, shops and food. Hotel location is pretty central to rest of SD.
We loved the proximity to the ocean, restaurants, shops and our Cuvier Club wedding venue. The Spot, Better Buzz, Richard Walker's Pancake House were all great spots to visit.
Everything was convenient. Shopping, dining and close to freeway.
Nice place to visit!
The ocean.
Restaurant to the Empress Hotel just down the street.
La Jolla is a beautiful small town atmosphere on the Pacific Coast Much to offer to those wanting to have both a sea side resort in a setting replete with shops and good restaurants.
We love the place!
We liked the easy walk to the ocean, and in our case, closeness to family residence.
Reservation was made through a very nice & helpful agent.Very clean and safe ,and lots of restaurants near by great food
The location is perfect
Stephanie was very helpful and made our team reservations very easy.
Really enjoyed the access to see the seals (without having to smell them from the hotel/restaurants). Also the breweries!
We visited La Jolla for a wonderful dinner on the deck at George's at the Cove and attended a concert during the La Jolla Summerfest.
We loved the whole week and the activities that surrounded it. Great city overall for family and friends.
We liked the weather especially at night with the fog rolling. At UCSD, the grounds were beautiful too.
La Jolla is a regular visit for business, so not much to say about tourist destination aspect. But the area is nice; close to ocean, clean newer part of town. Lots to do: beach, glider port etc that I know of. SD is a generally great city and I would even consider living there.
Beautiful city with warm spring weather. Many attractions and shopping available nearby.