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Our top choices for La Jolla motels

Room

1. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (227 reviews)
"No frills, but right by the beach Friendly staff"
United States
Francis
The price is SAR 292
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mission Bay Motel
Exterior

2. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (567 reviews)
"A very peaceful and quiet place for a great price. It’s a simple and comfortable place to stay, especially if you’re visiting SeaWorld — it’s located nearby. I really enjoyed the calm atmosphere and the fact that you can stay here without spending a lot of money. Great value for the price!"
United States
Zhanna
The price is SAR 353
SAR 398 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
6.8 out of 10, (1,035 reviews)
"Super quiet area, friendly staff"
United States
Rony
The price is SAR 349
SAR 395 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Property grounds

4. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (926 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is SAR 526
SAR 578 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
El Rancho Motel
Beach nearby

5. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (846 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
john
The price is SAR 571
SAR 628 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep
Coronado Inn
Lobby

6. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (893 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is SAR 321
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Lobby sitting area

7. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (814 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is SAR 531
SAR 584 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Crown City Inn
Exterior

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
The price is SAR 447
SAR 492 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Lobby

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,295 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay here. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-located. We loved our time in the area so much that we wanted to stay an extra day, and the front desk made extending our booking totally seamless."
United States
Yuri
The price is SAR 351
SAR 388 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,063 reviews)
"Hidden gem, way better than other similarly priced hotels."
United States
Brendan
The price is SAR 267
SAR 294 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Exterior

11. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (566 reviews)
"Clean Motel, with great overall location. Free bikes for use and near bus stops if prefer not to drive. Parking can be difficult for large vehicles however street parking is nearby if early enough. Staff is helpful and friendly."
United States
Nancy
The price is SAR 635
SAR 698 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Coronado Island Inn
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

12. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"This Motel is very good considering the rate you pay,the beds are clean and other parts of the room are clean,the staff are very friendly,the breakfast was fair but it could be improved and dining room could be larger ,the surroundings is excellent"
United States
Jalal
The price is SAR 284
SAR 313 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Outdoor pool

13. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.6 out of 10, (1,614 reviews)
"Everything look good little old building but good to sleep"
United States
Jack
The price is SAR 345
SAR 396 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Lobby sitting area

14. Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"I highly reccomend this property. clean room, comphy bed, and a great location."
United States
Michael
The price is SAR 301
SAR 331 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Arcade

15. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,218 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay!"
United States
Tracy
The price is SAR 420
SAR 520 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
The Rambler Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

16. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (435 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is SAR 304
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Beach/ocean view

17. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (638 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is SAR 858
SAR 944 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Moonlight Beach Motel
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (472 reviews)
"Staff is great and willing to help out with issues that may arise. Also very proactive for helping with reservations."
United States
Tony
The price is SAR 330
SAR 396 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

19. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"They have a great variety of amenities that are great for the weather. Also, the staff was super nice and accommodating to help during your stay."
United States
Kweku
The price is SAR 267
SAR 294 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
The price is SAR 251
SAR 277 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Baycities Motel
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Top La Jolla Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

10/10 Excellent
"Nice new updated rooms! Perfect location to walk to shops, restaurants and La Jolla Cove!"
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to La Jolla?
By saving on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in La Jolla. Not-to-be-missed sights include La Jolla Cove in La Jolla, as well as Mission Beach and Mission Bay in the area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in La Jolla?
These are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA is located 24.2 mi (39 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central La Jolla is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. Mission Bay Motel: Enjoy access to the parking, 24-hour front desk, and outdoor pool. Located 3 mi (4.8 km) from the heart of La Jolla. The Rambler Hotel: Central La Jolla is 16.7 mi (26.9 km) away. A 24-hour business center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: 18 mi (28.9 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in La Jolla?
While you're sightseeing around the area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants. Visitors like La Jolla for its aquarium. Favorite places in and around La Jolla include La Jolla Cove, Mission Beach, and Mission Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Windansea Beach, Bird Rock, and La Jolla Shores Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, San Diego Zoo, and Belmont Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in La Jolla?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in La Jolla to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for La Jolla is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around La Jolla when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in La Jolla to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away. Nearby metro stations include Nobel Drive Station, VA Medical Center Station, and UC San Diego Central Campus Station.