7830 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037, United States of America
#48 of 240 hotels in San Diego
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1501 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 18, 2024
Iris
ChinaLittle bit crowded for a twin room, but in all, is good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Julie
United States of AmericaOur room was just average and our view out of the balcony was awful
Location and staff were very nice. Lots of local suggestions and local shopping
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Amy
CanadaThe room cleanliness was a 7/10 for me, not bad but some things could’ve used a deeper clean.
The location of Inn by the Sea is excellent. You could park the car and not use it during your entire stay. Beach is 5-6 minutes away, as well as a large variety of restaurants and stores. The balcony was lovely, the beds were comfortable. The pool and guest lounge area is also very lovely - pool was nice and warm! The staff were also exceptionally friendly and helpful - lots of recommendations!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Michelle
United States of AmericaNeeds a jacuzzi and the heated pool was not a very warm temp. Breakfast would be a great option
Great location and friendly workers
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Carolyn
United States of AmericaWe didn’t really have an ocean view.
They let us check in really early. Which was great because it was raining.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Cassandra
CanadaLarge room, parking close by with reasonable rates
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Kelly
United KingdomFridge made humming sounds, paint chipping, overall a little tired/dated. Would be lovely if revamped/renovated. Towels also quite old. Soundproofing not the best, but only when other guests using showers. Otherwise clean and safe.
Loved the friendly staff, greeted us with a smile & remembered us! Loved the free teas/coffees, soft bedsheets, comfy rooms. Felt clean and safe. We went back a couple of times!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Ellen
United States of AmericaNothing
Location, room, staff, view
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Oksana
UkraineThe furniture in the rooms is a little tired. The view of the ocean is very exaggerated, since the ocean was partially visible there.
I liked the location, empty parking lot and comfortable beds. I would also like to note the clean and pleasant bed linen.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Robert
United States of AmericaThe staff needs to clean the bathrooms better and management needs to repair or replace some worn/ruined items (hinges on bathroom door are rusty, ceiling is moldy, fan doesn’t work, tub around drain is cracked. They need to update the soaps so they are easier to use, better for skin, and don’t seem like cheap motel bars. Towels need updating as they are worn and scratchy.
Location, view (from the Ocean View rooms), front desk staff, amenities especially the pool area, snack/vending/coffee area, lobby lounge, and the comfort of the beds.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Ken
United States of AmericaShower took 5 minutes before the temperature became stable enough to use.
Location, service
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 27, 2024
Jane
CanadaDidn't like getting a room across from the elevator after requesting a quiet room. Paid for a good room and got one on a lower floor.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 25, 2024
Chengxun
ChinaA bit old decoration
Really good location!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
Francoise
FranceA bit old fashioned.
Location was really great, staff very pleasant and willing to help as much as they could.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Melinda
United States of AmericaProblem with shower drain which was quickly resolved
Good location ( walking distance to much of La Jolla), friendly staff, clean
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 12, 2024
Andrew
United States of AmericaI overpaid alot even though I booked my trip months in advance. I've never been to a hotel that charged me for parking. And 20 dollars for parking is crazy
We are very low maintenance guests and like peace and quiet. We got what we wanted
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 2, 2024
Yvonne
United KingdomNo bad stuff all good
Staff were really friendly. It was a great location. The room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 16, 2024
Michael
GermanyGreat location, price ok, heated pool - very nice
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Penny
United KingdomHeating in the rooms could have been better
Heated pool, free tea & coffee, friendly staff, super smooth check-out
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 10, 2024
Weixuan
ChinaNo body wash but a soap
The view
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 10, 2024
Arlene
United States of AmericaClean, quite, helpful
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Marilyn
United States of AmericaVery clean and comfortable...bed very comfortable and nice pillows. Staff very friendly and accommodating to our requests.Great location for restaurants, shops, and La Jolla Cove just a short walk. Parking at no extra charge was a plus.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Andrew
United States of AmericaSome basic amenities such as breakfast, a restaurant, bottled water, daily housekeeping, and an in room safe are lacking.
The location is outstanding if you want to be near the cove and all of the restaurants that it has to offer. The front desk staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Diane
United States of AmericaParking
Great location, easy walking distance to beach, shopping, restaurants.
Stayed in January 2024
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