The Shoal La Jolla Beach

Property class: 2.5

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A multi-story hotel with a beach mural, palm trees, and a sign for 'Theshoal La Jolla Beach'.
An outdoor seating area with a built-in fire feature, cushioned benches, and a small table with a bottle of wine and grapes.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a mural of waves, and a sign for Theshoal La Jolla Beach.
A modern living room with a hanging chair, a sofa with colorful cushions, a large flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall.
A modern kitchen with a large island, dark flooring, and a dining area with high chairs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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6750 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Place, Windansea Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuvier Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Newly Remodeled)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Newly Remodeled)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Newly Remodeled)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Newly Remodeled)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Newly Remodeled)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (Newly Remodeled)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

La Jolla

At The Shoal La Jolla Beach you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Windansea Beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from La Jolla Cove. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Beach Barber Tract hotel include University of California, San Diego and La Jolla Shores Park.

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Community Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Windansea Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cuvier Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Shack Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Shoal La Jolla Beach

The Shoal La Jolla Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Shoal La Jolla Beach also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Shoal La Jolla Beach offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This La Jolla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 30 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Jolla Beach Travelodge
Jolla Beach Travelodge Motel
La Jolla Travel Lodge
La Jolla Travelodge
Travel Lodge La Jolla
Travelodge La Jolla Beach Hotel La Jolla
Travelodge Wyndham Jolla Beach Motel
Travelodge Wyndham Jolla Beach
La Jolla Beach Travelodge
Shoal Jolla Beach Motel
Shoal Jolla Beach
The Shoal La Jolla Beach Hotel
The Shoal La Jolla Beach La Jolla
The Shoal La Jolla Beach Hotel La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

The Shoal La Jolla Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shoal La Jolla Beach on 30 Nov 2026 start from AU$222, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

Yep, The Shoal La Jolla Beach has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

Yep, The Shoal La Jolla Beach is a short 6-minute walk from Windansea Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving and kayaking.

Does The Shoal La Jolla Beach have a pool?

The Shoal La Jolla Beach has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

No, The Shoal La Jolla Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Shoal La Jolla Beach?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Shoal La Jolla Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Second time here this is our go to place when we are in La Jolla
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was nice and the staff were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, good food nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay. It was so easy to check out beach gear and walk down to the beach. The staff were wonderful and we were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay. Staff was super helpful and friendly. The rooms were comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, great place to stay! Will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very cute and very clean. Looks freshly remodeled!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff are so friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for beach. Well maintained. Basic room; great updated bath. Super friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is the first time we stayed at The Shoal in LaJolla. It's a nice little quaint out of the way place, with a pool and hot tub that can be used in the evening. It's very close to restaurants, shopping and the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, A/C worked properly , the beach is 3 minute walking, staff was very nice and helpful - thank you Tricia and team! We liked the pool so much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Welcoming staff and clean and spacious room. Conveniently located a short walk to the beach. Free parking. Small free breakfast and informative staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay at The Shoal. The staff were welcoming and kind. The room was very clean. I appreciated how close the hotel was to the beach! Would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I’ve booked my mom here a few times during her visits with me & the hotel & staff are always amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was great. We were able to leave a few things with the front desk before check in and they already had our things in our room when we were able to check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The pictures don’t exactly match the real thing but the room and the staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent access to a great beach, wonderful staff, and shops nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location to beach and easily walkable to different food spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Exceptionally clean and the staff was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for WindanSea beach. Clean and well maintained with friendly staff.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice large, clean rooms. Close to shops and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Everything was clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The staff were professional, the room was clean,would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the ocean, La Jolla village and Bird Rock. The staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026