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4.0 out of 5

"Very good location second time staying here Hotel let us have early check in and late check out Only issue shower in room 515 on two occasions kept st ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 05 Nov 2018

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Empress Hotel of La Jolla's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

  • Free self-service breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Manhattan of La Jolla, a steakhouse that serves Italian cuisine
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Just a 5-minute drive from La Jolla Cove and 7 minutes from Mission Bay
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

Empress Hotel of La Jolla ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Everyone (1)
4 out of 5
Very good location second time staying here Hotel let us have early check in and late check out Only issue shower in room 515 on two occasions kept stopping for few minutes Nice staff

Posted by , from London on 5 Nov 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Nov 2018 by joel majors

Dear Guests, Our location is central to everything that La Jolla has to offer. I am glad that you enjoyed it! I would like to speak to you regarding the shower in your room should you like to contact me. I appreciate your mention of our associates. Thanks so much for staying with us! Kind Regards and Safe Travels, Joel Majors General Manager

About the Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Location 7766 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 450 square feet (42 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Empress Hotel of La Jolla. This 3-star La Jolla hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 450 sq ft of conference space
  • 42 sq. m of conference space
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Room Amenities

Empress Hotel of La Jolla offers 74 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bath or shower
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Climate control

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free self-service breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Manhattan of La Jolla – This steakhouse specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmationService animals are exempt from fees.

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Car not required
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 18
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Number of children who can stay free - 3

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 28.18 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Beach towels
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Valet parking

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per day
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • Empress Hotel
  • Empress Hotel La Jolla
  • Empress La Jolla
  • Hotel Empress
  • Empress Hotel Jolla
  • Empress Jolla
  • Empress Of La Jolla La Jolla
  • Empress Hotel of La Jolla Hotel
  • Empress Hotel of La Jolla La Jolla
  • Empress Hotel of La Jolla Hotel La Jolla
  • Empress Hotel of La Jolla A Greystone Hotel

You should know

  • Up to 3 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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