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Our top choices for La Jolla motels

Room

1. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (187 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is SAR 311
SAR 351 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, (564 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
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Outdoor pool

3. 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, (1,581 reviews)
"Worth the short stay."
United States
YANELY
The price is SAR 345
SAR 396 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Property grounds

4. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (920 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is SAR 413
SAR 454 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
El Rancho Motel
Beach nearby

5. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (828 reviews)
"It was a very cute and fairly quiet Inn, and walking distance from Restaurants."
United States
Kammy
The price is SAR 571
SAR 628 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 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, (887 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is SAR 321
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 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, (799 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is SAR 548
SAR 603 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Crown City Inn
Lobby

8. 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, (1,277 reviews)
"Nice shower great water pressure"
United States
Anna
The price is SAR 389
SAR 429 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Exterior

9. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (562 reviews)
"Looking forward to staying here again"
United States
NALANI
The price is SAR 635
SAR 698 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Coronado Island Inn
Exterior

10. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was very very friendly, helped me many times, thank you"
United States
Daniel
The price is SAR 432
SAR 475 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

11. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,052 reviews)
"Clean and quiet, this is easily the best room value in San Diego County."
United States
David
The price is SAR 287
SAR 316 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Arcade

12. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,204 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay!"
United States
Tracy
The price is SAR 420
SAR 519 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
The Rambler Hotel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
6.8 out of 10, (1,017 reviews)
"Convenient location. Helpful staff. Good for solo travelers."
United States
DHAVALKUMAR
The price is SAR 349
SAR 395 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

14. 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, (1,005 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 303
SAR 334 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

15. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (418 reviews)
"Staff is great - rooms very clean"
United States
Nancy
The price is SAR 304
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Lobby sitting area

16. 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, (1,012 reviews)
"Very nice hotel lots of light and there was a chill security guard all in all very nice area and hotel"
United States
Mariana E Macias
The price is SAR 280
SAR 309 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Property grounds

17. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Honestly I thought it would be ghetto, but I was left with my mouth open, everything was great, clean, friendly, and the room was super clean smelled awesome, and the restroom was also very clean, the shower head is better then what I got at home. Over all I was very satisfied and happy 😊 with this hotel. Thanks for your awesome service and hospitality."
United States
Sergio
The price is SAR 286
SAR 314 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
National City Motel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

18. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,017 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 321
SAR 354 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Beach/ocean view

19. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is SAR 1,000
SAR 1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Moonlight Beach Motel
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, (273 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
The price is SAR 262
SAR 288 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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
"Amazing stay at Inn by the Sea. The reception staff were so friendly & helpful giving us great tips on where to eat and visit. We were lucky enough to be upgraded to a new room with an ocean view. Thank you! This was a last minute detour to come to La Jolla and I’m so glad we find this place. The service was far better than the Marriott & Fairmont hotels we’d visited before and less than half the price!"
Katy 1-night trip
Posted 7 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 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central La Jolla is 18 mi (28.9 km) away. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Mission Bay Motel: Central La Jolla is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Parking, a 24-hour front desk, and an outdoor pool are available during your stay. Coronado Inn: 11 mi (17.7 km) from the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy access to the free WiFi, snack bar/deli, 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 USS Midway Museum.
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.