Empress Hotel La Jolla
Hotel, 3-star7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, CA, United StatesShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and value.
9.0429Reviews- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.6 out of 10, at 7766 Fay Avenue.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
European Boutique-Style Hotel in La Jolla
Nestled just steps away from the picturesque shores of the Pacific Ocean, Empress Hotel offers a European boutique-style experience in the heart of La Jolla, California.
Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in the elegant rooms adorned in jewel-toned colors, each equipped with a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker for your convenience. Stay connected with free WiFi and make use of the work desk, making it the perfect "work from hotel" option.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 429 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.7
- Service10.0
- Location9.6
- Rooms8.2
- Amenities8.6
- Value9.2
- Food & drink8.1
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staff
ValerioItalyHotel accogliente e posizione strategica
Posizione ottima, staff gentilissimo e colazione super. La ragazza alla reception ci ha offerto addirittura un early check in ( di ben 4 ore in anticipo) gratuitamente
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KennyUnited StatesDecent stay. Fair price.
Great location. Clean. Breakfast included
Bathroom door is not a door. Lacks privacy. Breakfast very mid.
NellyUnited StatesAmazing would stay here again
Convenient walk to alot of restaurants and the beach!
The parking was across the street
GoPlaces29048725978Great place to stay.
My granddaughter and I visited this hotel. It was very central to everything we wanted to do. The beds were comfy. The water was hot.It was clean. Breakfast was OK. It’s a hotel continental breakfast. But if you don’t…
jacobsE5143ISHorrible - don’t stay here
Stayed here for a wedding and from the moment I walked in I thought I may have walked into the wrong motel. The entire place is an absolute dump of a motel (because that’s what it is). I stayed here with family and we…
jacobsT592OPAwful hotel don’t believe the 5 star reviews
Awful hotel - I had to change rooms because the original rooms ac didn’t work but the new rooms ac didn’t work either so they offered me a fan which was sorta a slap in the face for a hotel that you are paying 400$ a…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Guests rate the location 9.6 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note: The property accepts reservations and will rent rooms and other facilities to people under 18 years old in cases where either (i) a parent or legal guardian guarantees payment of all charges for rooms, food and beverage, incidentals and damages caused; or (ii) a person under 18 years old is legally emancipated and can present documentation at check-in showing they are emancipated and can legally contract for services.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Empress Hotel La Jolla
What time is check-in and check-out at Empress Hotel La Jolla?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Empress Hotel La Jolla allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Empress Hotel La Jolla?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Empress Hotel La Jolla have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Empress Hotel La Jolla?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Empress Hotel La Jolla have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Empress Hotel La Jolla?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Empress Hotel La Jolla?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Empress Hotel La Jolla?
7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, CA.
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