La Jolla
$129-$159 – La Jolla Stays incl. Weekends & Bottle of Wine
Empress Hotel La Jolla
TOP 20 - Sells out quickly!
About the Hotel
Anika Maiberger
Deal Expert
Why We Love This Deal
TOP 20 - Sells out quickly!
Toss the valet your keys (don't worry, it's complimentary) — you won't be needing your car. With a location this central, you'll be walking to some of La Jolla's most popular beaches, taquerias, boutiques and coffee shops. Travelzoo members save more than 45% on stays into May and receive exclusive extras.
What's Included
- Stay in a King or Two-Queen Room through May 28
- $129 per night ... Sundays-Thursdays
- $159 per night ... Fridays-Saturdays
- Travelzoo member perks:
- Daily valet parking (reg. $28)
- Welcome bottle of wine, once per stay ($20 value)
- 2 p.m. late checkout
- Note: Due to local guidelines, some amenities and services may be limited or closed during your visit; please contact the hotel for more details.
What You Need to Know
- Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to arrival
- Two-night minimum stay required on Saturday check-ins
- Late checkout is guaranteed for Monday-Friday stays; subject to availability for Saturday and Sunday stays
- Price based on up to two guests sharing a room; higher rates apply for additional guests
- Children 17 and under stay free of charge when using existing hotel bedding
- No resort fee
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pet-friendly; additional fees apply
- For more details, see "Policies" and "Amenities" sections
Why We Love This Hotel
- A member-favorite spot heralded by past guests for its central location, large rooms, cleanliness and friendly staff
- The art galleries and upscale shops along Prospect Street are a two-minute walk from the hotel
- A 12-minute stroll brings you to the craggy shoreline of La Jolla Cove, a popular spot for seals
- Stay with confidence — read more about the hotel’s enhanced safety and cleaning procedures
Overview
The affluent seaside community of La Jolla is a quintessential California town. Filled with sunny days and coastal views, this San Diego neighborhood has everything from surfing to seals to shopping. The Empress Hotel La Jolla offers comfortable accommodations within walking distance of the beach, shops and eateries of the tony town.
The five-story building has retro charm from the outside, with the name emblazoned in throwback script at the top of the beige and white striped building. Inside, the hotel has an up-to-date décor emphasizing the proximity to the Pacific with shades of sand and teal. Framed photographs of seaside vistas can be found throughout. All rooms have a mini-fridge and microwave, and Wi-Fi is included in the nightly rate.
Just a two-minute walk from the hotel brings you to the middle of Prospect Street lined with art galleries, boutiques and cafes. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s La Jolla outpost is also here, and modern art lovers could spend a day marveling at the collections and exhibits.
If it's views of Mother Nature you’re after, a less-than-15-minute stroll brings you to the craggy shoreline of La Jolla Cove, a popular spot for seals and sea lions to splash and play in their natural environment.
The hotel's Manhattan Restaurant of La Jolla serves up traditional Italian fare and is available for room service.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
It is the responsibility of the hotel chain and/or the individual property to ensure the accuracy of the photos displayed. Travelzoo is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the photos.
*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Enjoyed This
(68 Member Ratings)
(68 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
Everything was perfect.
Igor
Mar 02, 2021
Valley Village, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Easy to find, excellent front desk service, nice clean rooms
Ashley
Mar 01, 2021
Santa Barbara, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I bought the Travelzoo coupon just to have a little staycation on my days off. The man that checked me in was super friendly and very helpful. I had never really walked around this area of La Jolla, and he had some suggestions for dinner and recommended the Manhattan, which is the restaurant inside the hotel. He said they had outdoor seating on the second floor. I ended up not going to the Manhattan, but from the menu, it looks delicious. There were plenty of places to eat around the hotel.
The room was spacious, nicely decorated, and most importantly, CLEAN. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was nice and clean as well.
The deal was so good and definitely worth more than what I paid.
Karren
Feb 27, 2021
Chula Vista, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The hotel was very clean - the host was very accommodating, the location was perfect
Other Comments
They had a super charger for our TESLA!!!!!!!!!
Victoria
Feb 26, 2021
Yorba Linda, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We took our dog with us. He had a great time walking all over the place . We liked the location, just blocks from the ocean. Lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance. We will return!
Lonny
Feb 20, 2021
Downey, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Times of covid!
Other Comments
Lovely room: design, art, color palate, surfaces, bedding/towels. Refrigerator/microwave, Starbucks and easy coffee maker, ample hangers, 2 luggage racks. Distant view of ocean but otherwise rooftops.
julie
Feb 18, 2021
Oxnard, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
LOVE THE eMPRESS, HAVE STAYED MANY TIMES SINCE THE 90'S. Dog friendly, best rate with Travel Zoo, free parking and wine. We ordered room service dinner and that was wonderful. Great location for exploring La Jolla.
Other Comments
Very polite and helpful staff.
connie
Feb 18, 2021
Riverside, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
In searching for a short but nice Valentine's Day getaway, I came across this fantastic TravelZoo offer featuring the Empress hotel in La Jolla. We enjoyed ourselves very much and found this gem to be a real hidden treasure. Very clean and stylish, the Empress is conveniently located to restaurants and shopping and the beautiful coastline of La Jolla. The staff is very accommodating and gracious and made us feel very welcomed and appreciated.
Tamara
Feb 16, 2021
canyon lake, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent location, close to cove and great restaurants. Staff is friendly and helpful. We are definitely going to return. Try the Manhattan Restaurant while there. Fabulous!
Orr
Feb 16, 2021
Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Greatly enjoyed the location, could walk everywhere downtown La Jolla. Due to COVID, it was all very subdued and ghost town like, but we had a great time. They gave us a very nice, higher level corner room with a lovely ocean view.
Linda
Feb 14, 2021
Carlsbad, CA, USA
