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About the Hotel

7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92037
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Featuring a central location in the very heart of the city, the smoke-free Empress Hotel La Jolla San Diego is a mere 5 minutes' walk from St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church|the St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. Situated in the vicinity of the Children's Pool, the 3-star hotel boasts luxurious rooms along with a sun deck and a shared lounge available onsite.

Location

This lovely hotel is about 6 km from the University of California San Diego and only 1.4 km from Marine Street Beach. The Empress also provides access to a charming beach, which is 18 minutes' walk away.

A cove are near the property, and the Laureate La Jolla Shores Park is 3.1 km away.

This perfect hotel is located not far from Coaster Santa Fe train station, while Silverado Street and Herschel Avenue bus stop is approximately 900 metres away.

Rooms

Some of the non-smoking rooms feature a flat screen TV as well as coffee/tea making equipment. Ironing facilities and climate control are featured for guests' comfort.

Eat & Drink

The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. It also features a lounge for guests' comfort. El Pescador Fish Market offers a wide range of American dishes and lies 6 minutes' stroll from Empress Hotel La Jolla.

Leisure & Business

This property offers access to a stunning beach with sunloungers and parasols. There is a fitness area on site. The Empress San Diego offers meeting rooms and a conference space where guests can use a photocopy machine and safes.

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The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers
Double Room
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Superior Two Queen Room
2 persons
33 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
Superior King Room
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Air conditioning

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Local transport and travel tips

Overview of transport options available

City Centre
San Diego 14.1 km
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 21.5 km
El Cajon (CJN) 36.3 km
Train
Coaster Sorrento Valley Station 8.0 km
San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 12.2 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Hotel location

7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92037
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7766 Fay Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92037
Nearby
Beach
Children's Pool
580 m
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
270 m
Museum
Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla
100 m
Church
St James by-The-Sea Episcopal Church
130 m
Church
Mary Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church
260 m
Gallery
Legends Gallery
560 m
Gallery
National Geographic Fine Art Galleries
560 m
Park
Coast Boulevard Park
990 m
7650 Girard Avenue
Trilogy Sanctuary
240 m
Park
Cuvier Park
550 m
7777 Fay Ave
Sparkcycle
50 m
Park
Ellen Browning Scripps Park
590 m
Beach
La Jolla Tide Pools
940 m
7843 Girard Ave
Buddhi Yoga
210 m
Gallery
Colosseum Fine Arts
480 m
1162 Prospect St
Gallery La Jolla
540 m
8650 Kennel Way
Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier
980 m
Gallery
RC Gorman Navajo Gallery
560 m
Restaurants
Brick & Bell Cafe
90 m
928 Silverado Street
Lean and Green Cafe La Jolla
130 m
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Nekter Juice Bar
200 m
834 Kline Street
Fruittitude
180 m
7777 Girard Ave Suite 103
Jersey Mike's Subs
280 m
7836 Herschel Ave
Living Room Coffee
360 m
1010 Prospect St
Bobboi Natural Gelato
440 m
8008 Girard Ave
Gelateria Frizzante
420 m
1025 Prospect St Ste 130
Dr Juice
450 m
8008 Girard Ave Suite 140
Starbucks
550 m
1055 Torrey Pines Rd #102
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