La Jolla Shores Hotel

3.0 star property
Seafront hotel with bar/lounge, near Birch Aquarium

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Property grounds
Restaurant
Restaurant
Courtyard

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Place, La Jolla Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, La Jolla Shores Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Birch Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Beachfront View One King Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Beachfront View Two Queen Beds)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Ocean view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Beachfront View with Kitchenette)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Coastline View One King Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Garden Area (Coastline View One King with Kitchene)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coastline View Two Queen Beds)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Partial ocean view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Garden Patio One King Bed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Garden Area (Garden Patio One King with Kitchenett)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden Patio Two Queen Beds)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(149 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

La Jolla

At La Jolla Shores Hotel you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Birch Aquarium and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from La Jolla Cove. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts and gym. Business amenities include 3 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this La Jolla Shores hotel include Mission Beach Boardwalk and Mission Bay.

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • La Jolla Shores Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of California, San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Birch Aquarium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Whaling Bar
  • ‪Sea & Sky - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • Duke's La Jolla
  • ‪Pinpoint Cafe - ‬19 min walk

About this property

La Jolla Shores Hotel

Seafront hotel with bar/lounge, near Birch Aquarium
Feel the sun on your face and watch the ocean waves from the private white sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at La Jolla Shores Hotel such as an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts and a hot tub.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

  • 128 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
La Jolla Shores Hotel offers 128 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Area shuttle
  • Covered parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 35 for adults and USD 12 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis lessons

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 9 2025 to May 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from 10 November 2025 to 1 May 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Selected guestrooms
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Alternative facilities are located off-site and include:

  • Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 57.66 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness centre access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 35 for adults and USD 12 to 25 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Shores
Jolla Shores
Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores Hotel Hotel
La Jolla Shores Hotel La Jolla
La Jolla Shores Hotel Hotel La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Jolla Shores Hotel?

La Jolla Shores Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at La Jolla Shores Hotel?

Yep, La Jolla Shores Hotel has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 45.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to La Jolla Shores Hotel?

Yep, La Jolla Shores Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from La Jolla Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does La Jolla Shores Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! La Jolla Shores Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from November 9 2025 to May 1 2026 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating the swimming pool from November 10 2025 until May 1 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What makes La Jolla Shores Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Jolla Shores Hotel.

Is La Jolla Shores Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that La Jolla Shores Hotel is a hit with families.

Does La Jolla Shores Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Jolla Shores Hotel?

No, La Jolla Shores Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Jolla Shores Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Jolla Shores Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at La Jolla Shores Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at La Jolla Shores Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

La Jolla Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 842 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1379 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katiana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LOUANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Minal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately the partial ocean view we paid for was very partial once on the balcony if I turned my chair to look through the adjoining patio. Which wasn’t a problem but they had a dog and there want a barrier in place to keep the dog on their side. The air conditioning didn’t work. The food/drinks were very overpriced. Also - most importantly- the big surprise was even with the lack of resort amenities they charged an extra $40/per day at the end of the stay. This should have been clearly stated earlier on or been part of the initial cost. We will not be staying there again because of this fraudulent way of doing business.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

karina

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and clean. But old.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach! Loved the courtyard area with games. The pool was great, and the location to local restaurants and kayak tours was all within walking distance. Big plus for us! The rooms are simple and very clean. Loved the commons area, coffee provided in the morning, and beach access!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nada Vranic

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris, Bartonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am a repeat guest at The Shores and I always have a great stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Marci

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel location was nice. Staff was very nice. But hotel is old and needs updated!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
End room on bottom floor Of hotel , kayaks tours were occurring outside my room each day, not the peaceful experience I expected, wouldn’t go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a clean, fun beach resort. Hotel is a little dated but the beach access and friendly staff made up for it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I just visited with my 2 teenagers - boy/girl twins 16 yo. This was our 1rst time to La Jolla. We stayed 4 nights. Was a little concerned when I read about the hotel. being old. I LOVED this hotel. it literally has everything.. The free coffee in the morning at the restaurant was such a nice treat in the am. The patio is beachfront and a great place to watch the surfers or just stare out at the ocean and listen to the sounds. We had an umbrella and chairs set up 2 of the days - the boys at the beach stand are so helpful and polite. The pool and hot tub were a bit monopolized at times by a large family but it wasn't that big of a deal for us. I enjoyed watching the fabulous sunset from the front "lawn" area in the Adirondack chairs listening to nice background music. The restaurant is so convenient and has great food albeit a bit on the expensive side. The location for this hotel is so easy to access I- 5. The kids and I walked to La Jolla Cove the first day - some of it was on a major road. it was about 1.5-2 miles to the Cove. We did not rent a car - we have Ubered whenever we wanted to go to a different area. Low Key mellow vibe! Relaxing, peaceful, comfortable beds. Yes the hotel could use a few upgrades but there is nothing urgent. The outdoor patio space is nice and
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went to this place on our honeymoon enjoyed the beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed everything, except: - dated hotel, stained and broken parts of the room in bathroom areas, wifi constantly kicks you off the network and makes you rejoin every minute (resort fee provides broken wifi????), and you are not able to park in their garage after check out, meaning you have to park elsewhere to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the La Jolla Shores Hotel! Our room was clean, bright, and included everything we needed. Staff was courteous and helpful. Our coastline view was beautiful! We enjoyed sitting on our balcony, walking on the beach and relaxing in our lovely room. Would definitely come and visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and friendly staff wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is awesome, staff extremely confident and knowledgeable friendly and nice, love the convenience of the local shops restaurants and activities, definitely coming back in January or February
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharla, Palmdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Manage your expectations and you will be 100% satisfied. 1. Location is amazing. Right on the beach. Get a room with an ocean view. 2. Price is right. Rooms are big, Water is hot, and the staff is nice! 3. For everything else pay more elsewhere :).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025