Beach Hotels in La Jolla, CA

La Jolla is a beautiful oceanfront destination nestled along scenic cliff bluffs, where coastal living is truly defined. Start your day with a morning stroll greeting the resident sea lions, relax with lunch at a beachfront park and enjoy the glitz and glamour of some of California's finest restaurants. The white sandy shores and emerald waters beckon visitors to swim, snorkel and sunbathe the day away before indulging in the posh attractions that line the coast in this enviable enclave of surfer sublime. Our best La Jolla beach hotels create the ultimate escape to San Diego's not-so-hidden gem.

La Jolla rolls out the red carpet for visitors with a trove of ritzy boutiques, five-star restaurants and indulgent spa treatments to enjoy. If even for a weekend, you can live like a celebrity in oceanfront bliss, where our top La Jolla beach hotels offer everything for a retreat like no other. Whether you want to stay tucked along the palatial estates that line the coast or stay downtown minutes from tony eateries, hip galleries and luxury shopping, we have the La Jolla beach hotel just for you. From beachfront suites and gear rental to explore the city to ocean-view balconies, award-winning restaurants and poolside bars, our hotels in La Jolla are ready to welcome you to California living.

La Jolla's elegance is rivaled only by its deep-rooted coastal culture. Slip into scuba gear and snorkel around the famed La Jolla Cove and Sea Lion Rock to get up close and personal with starfish, colorful fish and frisky sea lions. Take a bike ride along the shore watching seagulls soar, and dolphins jump the waves in the distance. Then trade in your flip-flops for something a little flashier and enjoy incredible dining and Michelin-star restaurants that dot the coast offering fresh seafood, phenomenal surf and turf and unforgettable beachfront dining experiences. Whatever brings you to the epic shores of La Jolla, you can create a Californian itinerary that suits any season and every occasion.

La Jolla is nestled between the backdrop of Mt. Soledad's peaks, where nature and leisure meet. Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier is a popular destination for sunbathers, kayakers, surfers and anglers. For family-friendly fun, head to the fascinating Birch Aquarium at Scripps, where you can explore a wide variety of colorful marine creatures. Browse exhibits, aquariums and hands-on touch tanks that feature fish, penguins, seahorses, and sharks. Nature enthusiasts will love visiting Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, a stretch of protected beaches, lagoons and historical sites. Here, you can discover the serenity of river frontage, miles of trails, and heritage sites. When you're ready to return to the bustle of the city, check out the famed La Jolla Playhouse, the renowned Museum of Contemporary Art and luxury shopping along Girard Avenue and Prospect Street. After a full day exploring the coastal town, we have the top beach hotels in La Jolla for an escape to the extraordinary.

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