What is La Jolla Shores like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in La Jolla's La Jolla Shores neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium as part of your La Jolla Shores travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in La Jolla Shores?

Based on our traveller data, La Jolla Shores Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in La Jolla Shores. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from La Jolla Beach, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels are there in La Jolla Shores?

Expedia has 111 hotels and other accommodation options in La Jolla Shores to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater La Jolla area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in La Jolla Shores, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in La Jolla Shores.

What can I see and do in this La Jolla neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at La Jolla Beach or Scripps Beach while you're in La Jolla Shores. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Birch Aquarium and Scripps Coastal Reserve are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around La Jolla Shores include La Jolla Cove, La Jolla Playhouse and The Ché Café Collective. While you're out sightseeing in La Jolla, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Cave Store or San Diego Mormon Temple.

Top 10 La Jolla Shores Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for La Jolla Shores hotels

1. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores

Jennifer

RM1,413 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

2. Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton

La Jolla Shores

Amanda

RM1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

3. La Jolla Riviera Inn

La Jolla Shores

Cindy

RM810 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

4. La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club

La Jolla Shores

Will

RM1,130 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4.2 km from La Jolla Shores

Sarineh

RM870 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

6. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Village of La Jolla, 2.8 km from La Jolla Shores

Michele

RM980 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

6.9 km from La Jolla Shores

Alyssa

RM667 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

8. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

7.1 km from La Jolla Shores

Rebecca Kaylyn

RM826 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. The Shoal La Jolla Beach

Beach Barber Tract, 4.1 km from La Jolla Shores

Mark

RM785 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

6.8 km from La Jolla Shores

Johnathan

RM650 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

6.7 km from La Jolla Shores

William

RM647 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

12. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

7.1 km from La Jolla Shores

Alexis

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

13. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

8.4 km from La Jolla Shores

Crystal

RM536 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

14. The Wayfarer San Diego

7.7 km from La Jolla Shores

Nicholas

RM1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

15. Ocean Park Inn

7.3 km from La Jolla Shores

Vitaliy

RM1,249 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

16. Pleasant Inn

7.8 km from La Jolla Shores

Vance Lee

RM382 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

17. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

10.2 km from La Jolla Shores

Christopher

RM681 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

18. California Suites Hotel

7.7 km from La Jolla Shores

Mathew

RM371 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

19. Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

8.6 km from La Jolla Shores

JOSE

RM1,145 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

20. Beach Haven - Near Pacific Beach Park

6.7 km from La Jolla Shores

Peter

RM694 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Where to stay in La Jolla Shores

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Village of La Jolla

While visiting Village of La Jolla, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Cove and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.

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Torrey Pines

Pristine beaches, ample dining options, and top golf courses are just a few top things to explore in Torrey Pines. A visit to Torrey Pines Golf Course or Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at UC San Diego Central Campus Station or VA Medical Center Station to get around town.

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Country Club

Country Club might not have many top sights, but La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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