La Jolla Riviera Inn
$212
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for La Jolla Riviera Inn
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$212
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at La Jolla Riviera Inn average $164 in January, the cheapest month, and $267 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $164 |
| February | $185 |
| March | $234 |
| April | $223 |
| May | $228 |
| June | $239 |
| July | $267 |
| August | $236 |
| September | $218 |
| October | $212 |
| November | $187 |
| December | $167 |
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Cheapest: January (~$164)
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at La Jolla Riviera Inn, you'll be centrally located in La Jolla, within a 5-minute drive of La Jolla Beach and University of California, San Diego. This hotel is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Mission and Pacific Beaches and 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Mission Beach.
What's nearby
La Jolla Beach(0.3 miles)
La Jolla Shores Park(0.5 miles)
University of California, San Diego(0.9 miles)
La Jolla Cove(1.2 miles)
Birch Aquarium(1.6 miles)
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego(1.7 miles)
Cuvier Park(1.8 miles)
Windansea Beach(2.1 miles)
La Jolla Playhouse(2.2 miles)
VA Medical Center(2.8 miles)
Geisel Library(2.8 miles)
Salk Institute for Biological Studies(3.1 miles)
UC San Diego Health(3.5 miles)
Bird Rock(3.6 miles)
UCSD Medical Group(4 miles)
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)(12.6 miles)
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)(12.2 miles)
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)(18.7 miles)
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)(29.7 miles)
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ)(33.9 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Pool Outdoor
Location
2031 Paseo Dorado, La Jolla Shores, La Jolla, California, United States of America
La Jolla Beach (0.3 miles)
La Jolla Shores Park (0.5 miles)
University of California, San Diego (0.9 miles)
La Jolla Cove (1.2 miles)
Birch Aquarium (1.6 miles)
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (1.7 miles)
Room options
4
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (King & Queen Beds)
1 King Bed
and 1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 6
Separate Dining AreaHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
3
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (King & 2 Twin Beds)
1 King Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 6
Separate Dining AreaHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
4
Suite, 1 Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
Separate Dining AreaHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
4
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
Separate Dining AreaHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
Guest reviews of La Jolla Riviera Inn
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 664 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
11%
Couple
21%
Family
62%
Group
5%
What guests think
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At La Jolla Riviera Inn, guests highlight the walkable La Jolla Shores location, spacious apartment-style suites with full kitchens, and friendly staff, while noting vintage decor, limited front desk hours, and a residential vibe rather than a full-service hotel.
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What guests think
At La Jolla Riviera Inn, guests highlight the walkable La Jolla Shores location, spacious apartment-style suites with full kitchens, and friendly staff, while noting vintage decor, limited front desk hours, and a residential vibe rather than a full-service hotel.
Guests like the pool, and while on-site spaces are limited or paid, street parking ranges from easy to difficult depending on the day. Suites are generally clean and comfortable, but the lack of air conditioning, thin blinds, and occasional maintenance quirks (like drains or showers) come up in feedback. A good fit for travelers who value space and a beachy neighborhood base.
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Facilities
The pool is appreciated. On-site parking is limited or paid, and street parking varies from easy to difficult, especially on busy weekends.
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Kathy
Nov 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, quaint and peaceful stay. Unit equipped with basic but complete necessities. Great little pool! Hope to return soon !
Lovely, quaint and peaceful stay. Unit equipped with basic but complete necessities. Great little pool! Hope to return soon !
8
Deborah
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was friendly and very helpful. The area is quiet and away from downtown La Jolla but close to some nice restaurants that we walked to for breakfast and dinner. The place obviously used to be an apartment building and our room was a one-bedroom with a small but adequate kitchen. I don't know what the other rooms were like, but our carpet really needed to be replaced. Other than that, everything was clean. The pool looked lovely but for us the weather wasn't warm enough to use it. There was an extra charge for parking, although there was parking on the street. We paid the extra as we wanted to know that we had a place to park our vehicle if we came home late. All in all, we enjoyed our time there.
The staff was friendly and very helpful. The area is quiet and away from downtown La Jolla but close to some nice restaurants that we walked to for breakfast and dinner. The place obviously used to be an apartment building and our room was a one-bedroom with a small but adequate kitchen. I don't know what the other rooms were like, but our carpet really needed to be replaced. Other than that, everything was clean. The pool looked lovely but for us the weather wasn't warm enough to use it. There was an extra charge for parking, although there was parking on the street. We paid the extra as we wanted to know that we had a place to park our vehicle if we came home late. All in all, we enjoyed our time there.
10
Melissa
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property is a gem!! Close proximity to the beach, dining, coffee shops, dessert spots! Loved the pool, the apartment style rooms and the ease of parking… and early check in. Couldn’t have been better!
This property is a gem!! Close proximity to the beach, dining, coffee shops, dessert spots! Loved the pool, the apartment style rooms and the ease of parking… and early check in. Couldn’t have been better!
10
Ryan
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An amazing stay in beautiful La Jolla, we stayed with our 3 kids. Very quiet place with a centered pool. We’ll be back!
An amazing stay in beautiful La Jolla, we stayed with our 3 kids. Very quiet place with a centered pool. We’ll be back!
8
Andy
Nov 21, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is dated but extremely clean and well situated. The pool is a real bonus. I would have given it 5 stars all around except that the blinds are totally inadequate, worn out and essentially useless. There is a tremendous amount of ambient light at night from the adjacent tennis club & security lights from the apartment next door. The shades do nothing to obscure the lights. TVs are also very small. Otherwise The place is well worth the money.
Property is dated but extremely clean and well situated. The pool is a real bonus. I would have given it 5 stars all around except that the blinds are totally inadequate, worn out and essentially useless. There is a tremendous amount of ambient light at night from the adjacent tennis club & security lights from the apartment next door. The shades do nothing to obscure the lights. TVs are also very small. Otherwise The place is well worth the money.
10
Wesley
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great spot, love that the rooms are just apartments with a kitchen, friendly staff and killer location. You”ll want the parking spot if it’s the weekend, street parking in the area is a nightmare, even on cloudy days.
Great spot, love that the rooms are just apartments with a kitchen, friendly staff and killer location. You”ll want the parking spot if it’s the weekend, street parking in the area is a nightmare, even on cloudy days.
10
Jessica
May 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Spacious hotel room with separate bedroom and kitchen. Heated pool. Staff are hospitable. Easy walk to the beach.
Spacious hotel room with separate bedroom and kitchen. Heated pool. Staff are hospitable. Easy walk to the beach.
8
Marianne
Nov 30, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The property was neat and clean but very outdated. The outside was very cute with all the flowers. It had beach essentials. Pool was very clean. The carpets in our unit REALLY needed to be shampooed and cleaned and Some air freshening. It had an old smell to it. Otherwise we would stay there again, as it is close to our son’s home. One cleaning woman was very helpfully when we were checking in. The woman in charge of the property was very pleasant. Just note there is not someone at the front desk all the time but you can call anytime for anything.
The property was neat and clean but very outdated. The outside was very cute with all the flowers. It had beach essentials. Pool was very clean. The carpets in our unit REALLY needed to be shampooed and cleaned and Some air freshening. It had an old smell to it. Otherwise we would stay there again, as it is close to our son’s home. One cleaning woman was very helpfully when we were checking in. The woman in charge of the property was very pleasant. Just note there is not someone at the front desk all the time but you can call anytime for anything.
8
Maria
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay. It was easy to get our keys during off hours and the staff was friendly. The location was great although parking can be quite difficult, even if u reserve for one.
Loved our stay. It was easy to get our keys during off hours and the staff was friendly. The location was great although parking can be quite difficult, even if u reserve for one.
8
Shirley
Mar 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I always love this place. It’s like stepping back to a 70s apartment with a salt water pool and everything just a short walking distance away.
I always love this place. It’s like stepping back to a 70s apartment with a salt water pool and everything just a short walking distance away.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find rooms and common areas clean. A few report issues like hair or residue in tubs, musty carpets, or slow drains.
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Sharon
Mar 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a pleasant surprise to find this cute little suite tucked in a beautiful SOCAL neighborhood! It was sparkling clean, quiet and spacious. Picture a quaint and roomy one bedroom apartment with plenty of light with 3 sliding glass doors to the street or pool area. We enjoyed our stay.
What a pleasant surprise to find this cute little suite tucked in a beautiful SOCAL neighborhood! It was sparkling clean, quiet and spacious. Picture a quaint and roomy one bedroom apartment with plenty of light with 3 sliding glass doors to the street or pool area. We enjoyed our stay.
10
Matt
Dec 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was comfortable. Great little apartment with sofa, chair, small kitchen, table and back bedroom. The tub was a little slippery and the drain would back up so we were standing in water while showering. Overall though, great place to stay and walkable to the beach, dining, and shops.
The room was comfortable. Great little apartment with sofa, chair, small kitchen, table and back bedroom. The tub was a little slippery and the drain would back up so we were standing in water while showering. Overall though, great place to stay and walkable to the beach, dining, and shops.
10
Keely
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I have not stayed in a motel for many years and this one is a hidden gem. Everything was so clean and I think it was the most comfortable bed and pillows I ever experienced. Will definitely stay there again! I would rather keep it a secret but sich a good experience I had to share...
I have not stayed in a motel for many years and this one is a hidden gem. Everything was so clean and I think it was the most comfortable bed and pillows I ever experienced. Will definitely stay there again! I would rather keep it a secret but sich a good experience I had to share...
10
Taylor
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful location just a 5 minute walk from the beach and restaurants. The rooms are a bit dated, but very spacious, clean, and comfortable. We would definitely stay again!
Wonderful location just a 5 minute walk from the beach and restaurants. The rooms are a bit dated, but very spacious, clean, and comfortable. We would definitely stay again!
8
ANGELICA
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Property manager was very nice. The tub was a little dirty though had hair in it
Property manager was very nice. The tub was a little dirty though had hair in it
10
Ellis
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived early and the staff could not have been nicer about getting our room ready asap for us. So kind and gracious! They gave us a huge 2-bedroom apartment with brand new carpeting and freshly washed comforters. Such nice people. Location walkable to restaurant strip, bars and beach. Overall very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. Wonderful stay!
We arrived early and the staff could not have been nicer about getting our room ready asap for us. So kind and gracious! They gave us a huge 2-bedroom apartment with brand new carpeting and freshly washed comforters. Such nice people. Location walkable to restaurant strip, bars and beach. Overall very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. Wonderful stay!
8
Jelita Marie
Dec 19, 2022
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Stayed 19,343 nights
Nice place for extended stay. Needs light outside entrance door. Bath tub did not drain well. Bedroom carpeting was old.
Nice place for extended stay. Needs light outside entrance door. Bath tub did not drain well. Bedroom carpeting was old.
8
Marianne
Nov 30, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The property was neat and clean but very outdated. The outside was very cute with all the flowers. It had beach essentials. Pool was very clean. The carpets in our unit REALLY needed to be shampooed and cleaned and Some air freshening. It had an old smell to it. Otherwise we would stay there again, as it is close to our son’s home. One cleaning woman was very helpfully when we were checking in. The woman in charge of the property was very pleasant. Just note there is not someone at the front desk all the time but you can call anytime for anything.
The property was neat and clean but very outdated. The outside was very cute with all the flowers. It had beach essentials. Pool was very clean. The carpets in our unit REALLY needed to be shampooed and cleaned and Some air freshening. It had an old smell to it. Otherwise we would stay there again, as it is close to our son’s home. One cleaning woman was very helpfully when we were checking in. The woman in charge of the property was very pleasant. Just note there is not someone at the front desk all the time but you can call anytime for anything.
10
Kelli
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were very clean. Staff was polite and knowledgeable. I stayed here with my children and felt safe. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend for families.
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were very clean. Staff was polite and knowledgeable. I stayed here with my children and felt safe. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend for families.
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Mary
Nov 16, 2024
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We arrived for late check in. There was a box with a phone. We called and were given a code to retrieve our key from a box. We let ourselves into our room, entered all the way past the living area and kitchen to the bedroom before realizing it was occupied -- with personal items on the bed, thankfully whoever\'s room it was was away! Back to the phone we were directed to another locked box with a code to find a master key to let ourselves into the room next door. It had a broken blind, low quality - hard and uncomfortable pillows, crappy bed with questionable bedding. A handicap room -- the shower was wheelchair accessible, but the shower curtain didn\'t reach the floor so water got all over the bathroom -- not safe for anyone. And worse, there was a bunch of hair left behind from someone else in the shower! We were uncomfortable, and felt unsafe all night. In hindsight should have left and found something else. Overall an outdated and "cheap" dirty motel. An overall horrible experience!
We arrived for late check in. There was a box with a phone. We called and were given a code to retrieve our key from a box. We let ourselves into our room, entered all the way past the living area and kitchen to the bedroom before realizing it was occupied -- with personal items on the bed, thankfully whoever\'s room it was was away! Back to the phone we were directed to another locked box with a code to find a master key to let ourselves into the room next door. It had a broken blind, low quality - hard and uncomfortable pillows, crappy bed with questionable bedding. A handicap room -- the shower was wheelchair accessible, but the shower curtain didn\'t reach the floor so water got all over the bathroom -- not safe for anyone. And worse, there was a bunch of hair left behind from someone else in the shower! We were uncomfortable, and felt unsafe all night. In hindsight should have left and found something else. Overall an outdated and "cheap" dirty motel. An overall horrible experience!
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious, apartment-style suites with separate living areas and full kitchens, often with a retro look. Common drawbacks include lack of air conditioning, thin or aging blinds, occasional noise, and comfort notes like small TVs or unsupportive pillows.
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Christopher
Mar 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean. Can easily hear conversations in other rooms. One light was non-functioning but other than that the aging facilities were in ok-to-good shape. Good location - walkable to downtown La Jolla if you don’t mind walking some hills. Overall would consider staying again for the value versus other properties in the area.
Very clean. Can easily hear conversations in other rooms. One light was non-functioning but other than that the aging facilities were in ok-to-good shape. Good location - walkable to downtown La Jolla if you don’t mind walking some hills. Overall would consider staying again for the value versus other properties in the area.
10
David
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable 60’s style motel with large rooms - small apartments really - located a little more than a block from the bustling village. Tranquil location, accommodating manager and easy on-street parking. I would definitely stay here sgain
Very comfortable 60’s style motel with large rooms - small apartments really - located a little more than a block from the bustling village. Tranquil location, accommodating manager and easy on-street parking. I would definitely stay here sgain
10
Matthew
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is becoming a favorite destination of ours. Quiet apartment-style rooms with a full kitchen, and a short walk to the main street restaurants and the beach.
This is becoming a favorite destination of ours. Quiet apartment-style rooms with a full kitchen, and a short walk to the main street restaurants and the beach.
10
Francisca
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were spacious. No air-conditioning
Rooms were spacious. No air-conditioning
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Stephanie
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is great, walkable to lots of little restaurants. Property is what appears to be single apartments turned hotel. It’s a little dated but gets the job done. Full kitchen is nice. No TV in the bedroom. No elevator but the stairs are manageable.
The location is great, walkable to lots of little restaurants. Property is what appears to be single apartments turned hotel. It’s a little dated but gets the job done. Full kitchen is nice. No TV in the bedroom. No elevator but the stairs are manageable.
8
Andy
Nov 21, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is dated but extremely clean and well situated. The pool is a real bonus. I would have given it 5 stars all around except that the blinds are totally inadequate, worn out and essentially useless. There is a tremendous amount of ambient light at night from the adjacent tennis club & security lights from the apartment next door. The shades do nothing to obscure the lights. TVs are also very small. Otherwise The place is well worth the money.
Property is dated but extremely clean and well situated. The pool is a real bonus. I would have given it 5 stars all around except that the blinds are totally inadequate, worn out and essentially useless. There is a tremendous amount of ambient light at night from the adjacent tennis club & security lights from the apartment next door. The shades do nothing to obscure the lights. TVs are also very small. Otherwise The place is well worth the money.
8
Tracy
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location within walking distance to many restaurants and the beach. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. The place could use a few updates as the hide a bed was very uncomfortable and the unit could use some curtains as the blinds do not block out the light. Overall we have stayed here in the past and would stay here again.
Excellent location within walking distance to many restaurants and the beach. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. The place could use a few updates as the hide a bed was very uncomfortable and the unit could use some curtains as the blinds do not block out the light. Overall we have stayed here in the past and would stay here again.
8
Shirley
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The place was nice but it was hot- no AC!
The place was nice but it was hot- no AC!
10
Sherry
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is an apartment complex with some units used as hotel rooms. The complex is cute and quiet and in a great area where you can walk to La Jolla Shores and restaurants. I only stayed for one night; it would be perfect for a longer stay since you have a full kitchen. There is no A/C and the weekend I stayed it was very very hot so the living room area never got cool but fan in bedroom window did manage. Tiny complaint is that window shades did not close all the way to room was not dark. Very comfortable and I will definitely come back if I travel to this area.
This is an apartment complex with some units used as hotel rooms. The complex is cute and quiet and in a great area where you can walk to La Jolla Shores and restaurants. I only stayed for one night; it would be perfect for a longer stay since you have a full kitchen. There is no A/C and the weekend I stayed it was very very hot so the living room area never got cool but fan in bedroom window did manage. Tiny complaint is that window shades did not close all the way to room was not dark. Very comfortable and I will definitely come back if I travel to this area.
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Timothy
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location is excellent. Just blocks from restaurants and the beach. Old school building. The room is set up like an apartment. Spacious living room and bedroom. Full kitchen. Our room overlooked the La Jolla Tennis and Beach club.
The location is excellent. Just blocks from restaurants and the beach. Old school building. The room is set up like an apartment. Spacious living room and bedroom. Full kitchen. Our room overlooked the La Jolla Tennis and Beach club.
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Service
Staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and flexible with early check-ins. However, limited office hours led to some after-hours check-in and key issues.
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Nicholas
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, very friendly staff, all round excellent experience!
Great location, very friendly staff, all round excellent experience!
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Arick
Jan 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was fantastic and very accommodating. Only there for one night and there wasn’t a coffee filter for my machine in the morning… but I left an important backpack in the closet when I left and the staff retrieved it for me and protected it in a separate room for when I came to pick it up after hours. The best part was they let me rest in that room until I decided to venture the two hour car ride back home. Can’t tell you how fortunate that made me feel! For that alone I give them 5 stars! Oh and the rooms were very clean and comfy too!
The staff was fantastic and very accommodating. Only there for one night and there wasn’t a coffee filter for my machine in the morning… but I left an important backpack in the closet when I left and the staff retrieved it for me and protected it in a separate room for when I came to pick it up after hours. The best part was they let me rest in that room until I decided to venture the two hour car ride back home. Can’t tell you how fortunate that made me feel! For that alone I give them 5 stars! Oh and the rooms were very clean and comfy too!
10
Heather
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the vintage Cali vibe this hotel has. Super friendly staff, and great proximity to beach.
Loved the vintage Cali vibe this hotel has. Super friendly staff, and great proximity to beach.
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Jason
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Never actually interacted with anyone from the hotel as they have very limited staff hours and we checked in at 7:00 pm and they were already gone and then we left at 6:00 am for the airport and no one was in yet. The place was clean but when we arrived it was fully closed up with no AC and it was 85 degrees. It was only a high of 64 degrees that day, so any attempt by the staff to open it up during the day would have reduced the temperature to a normal range. We opened up all the windows and doors while awake which decreased temperature a bit but we weren’t comfortable in the unsecured motel area leaving the windows open while we slept.
Never actually interacted with anyone from the hotel as they have very limited staff hours and we checked in at 7:00 pm and they were already gone and then we left at 6:00 am for the airport and no one was in yet. The place was clean but when we arrived it was fully closed up with no AC and it was 85 degrees. It was only a high of 64 degrees that day, so any attempt by the staff to open it up during the day would have reduced the temperature to a normal range. We opened up all the windows and doors while awake which decreased temperature a bit but we weren’t comfortable in the unsecured motel area leaving the windows open while we slept.
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yolanda
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
check in office was to close at 5pm i got there 440 no one there! There was a check in number no answer for 15-20 mins
check in office was to close at 5pm i got there 440 no one there! There was a check in number no answer for 15-20 mins
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Jennifer
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff have been absolutely great! So kind and helpful.
Staff have been absolutely great! So kind and helpful.
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Ellis
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived early and the staff could not have been nicer about getting our room ready asap for us. So kind and gracious! They gave us a huge 2-bedroom apartment with brand new carpeting and freshly washed comforters. Such nice people. Location walkable to restaurant strip, bars and beach. Overall very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. Wonderful stay!
We arrived early and the staff could not have been nicer about getting our room ready asap for us. So kind and gracious! They gave us a huge 2-bedroom apartment with brand new carpeting and freshly washed comforters. Such nice people. Location walkable to restaurant strip, bars and beach. Overall very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. Wonderful stay!
10
Fuad
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lisa who checked me in is so nice. She remembered me from last year. The place is cool.
Lisa who checked me in is so nice. She remembered me from last year. The place is cool.
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Lynn
Mar 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Debbie, the manager, is very helpful. I was able to check in early. The location is wonderful! Very close to the beach, dining, etc. The rooms are fully set up with microwave, stove, refrigerator, toaster, even dishes. I did not have to dine out for every meal.
Debbie, the manager, is very helpful. I was able to check in early. The location is wonderful! Very close to the beach, dining, etc. The rooms are fully set up with microwave, stove, refrigerator, toaster, even dishes. I did not have to dine out for every meal.
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Mary
Nov 16, 2024
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We arrived for late check in. There was a box with a phone. We called and were given a code to retrieve our key from a box. We let ourselves into our room, entered all the way past the living area and kitchen to the bedroom before realizing it was occupied -- with personal items on the bed, thankfully whoever\'s room it was was away! Back to the phone we were directed to another locked box with a code to find a master key to let ourselves into the room next door. It had a broken blind, low quality - hard and uncomfortable pillows, crappy bed with questionable bedding. A handicap room -- the shower was wheelchair accessible, but the shower curtain didn\'t reach the floor so water got all over the bathroom -- not safe for anyone. And worse, there was a bunch of hair left behind from someone else in the shower! We were uncomfortable, and felt unsafe all night. In hindsight should have left and found something else. Overall an outdated and "cheap" dirty motel. An overall horrible experience!
We arrived for late check in. There was a box with a phone. We called and were given a code to retrieve our key from a box. We let ourselves into our room, entered all the way past the living area and kitchen to the bedroom before realizing it was occupied -- with personal items on the bed, thankfully whoever\'s room it was was away! Back to the phone we were directed to another locked box with a code to find a master key to let ourselves into the room next door. It had a broken blind, low quality - hard and uncomfortable pillows, crappy bed with questionable bedding. A handicap room -- the shower was wheelchair accessible, but the shower curtain didn\'t reach the floor so water got all over the bathroom -- not safe for anyone. And worse, there was a bunch of hair left behind from someone else in the shower! We were uncomfortable, and felt unsafe all night. In hindsight should have left and found something else. Overall an outdated and "cheap" dirty motel. An overall horrible experience!
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Location
Excellent, walkable location a short stroll from La Jolla Shores, restaurants, and shops, in a quiet and safe residential area. Ideal for beach access without much driving.
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Xiaohui
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
a quiet area easy walking to Beach &La Jolla Cove
a quiet area easy walking to Beach &La Jolla Cove
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Luis Emmanuel
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and very accessible if you plan on going to the nearby beach. Staff is friendly and very accommodating too.
Great location and very accessible if you plan on going to the nearby beach. Staff is friendly and very accommodating too.
10
John
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely adore this property! Its prime location puts you just a leisurely stroll away from the stunning beach, delightful restaurants, lively pubs, and fantastic golf courses. The staff consistently exudes warmth and friendliness, making every visit truly special. Each room is a charming sanctuary, fully equipped with everything you need, including plates, cups, dishes, a spacious fridge and freezer, a gas stove, an oven, a microwave, and so much more. After five wonderful stays over the past seven years, we can confidently say that each experience has been nothing short of exceptional.
We absolutely adore this property! Its prime location puts you just a leisurely stroll away from the stunning beach, delightful restaurants, lively pubs, and fantastic golf courses. The staff consistently exudes warmth and friendliness, making every visit truly special. Each room is a charming sanctuary, fully equipped with everything you need, including plates, cups, dishes, a spacious fridge and freezer, a gas stove, an oven, a microwave, and so much more. After five wonderful stays over the past seven years, we can confidently say that each experience has been nothing short of exceptional.
10
Ellis
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived early and the staff could not have been nicer about getting our room ready asap for us. So kind and gracious! They gave us a huge 2-bedroom apartment with brand new carpeting and freshly washed comforters. Such nice people. Location walkable to restaurant strip, bars and beach. Overall very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. Wonderful stay!
We arrived early and the staff could not have been nicer about getting our room ready asap for us. So kind and gracious! They gave us a huge 2-bedroom apartment with brand new carpeting and freshly washed comforters. Such nice people. Location walkable to restaurant strip, bars and beach. Overall very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. Wonderful stay!
10
Timothy
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location is excellent. Just blocks from restaurants and the beach. Old school building. The room is set up like an apartment. Spacious living room and bedroom. Full kitchen. Our room overlooked the La Jolla Tennis and Beach club.
The location is excellent. Just blocks from restaurants and the beach. Old school building. The room is set up like an apartment. Spacious living room and bedroom. Full kitchen. Our room overlooked the La Jolla Tennis and Beach club.
10
tim
Dec 9, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location and great facility. We enjoyed our visit very much. 2 blocks from LaJolla shores. Walkable to all sorts of shopping and restaurants.
Excellent location and great facility. We enjoyed our visit very much. 2 blocks from LaJolla shores. Walkable to all sorts of shopping and restaurants.
10
Darren
Jan 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is prime next to the exclusive LJ Beach and Tennis Club. Short walk to LJ Shores restaurants and shops. Excellent and safe neighborhood. Will stay here again.
Location is prime next to the exclusive LJ Beach and Tennis Club. Short walk to LJ Shores restaurants and shops. Excellent and safe neighborhood. Will stay here again.
10
wanessa
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I was impressed on how great and quiet the location was. Close to very good restaurants and the beach. Parking in the street was easy. Staff was super friendly and kind. The kitchen had everything that you need but we did not even used it as we stayed only one night as we will drive north. We will definitely come back again and stay at the same place if we are ever in San Diego again.
I was impressed on how great and quiet the location was. Close to very good restaurants and the beach. Parking in the street was easy. Staff was super friendly and kind. The kitchen had everything that you need but we did not even used it as we stayed only one night as we will drive north. We will definitely come back again and stay at the same place if we are ever in San Diego again.
10
Arthur
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, comfortable property. Spacious room, relaxing with La Jolla Shores beach not far away, plus local boutiques and surf shops 🙌
Nice, comfortable property. Spacious room, relaxing with La Jolla Shores beach not far away, plus local boutiques and surf shops 🙌
10
Kelli
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were very clean. Staff was polite and knowledgeable. I stayed here with my children and felt safe. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend for families.
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were very clean. Staff was polite and knowledgeable. I stayed here with my children and felt safe. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend for families.
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Dining
No on-site dining noted; many guests used the in-room kitchens or nearby restaurants.
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James D
Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Within walking distance of the beach, shopping, food. Nice neighborhood. No concern walking after dark. Unit 10 was just the right size. Well furnished. I would love to stay there again.
Great location. Within walking distance of the beach, shopping, food. Nice neighborhood. No concern walking after dark. Unit 10 was just the right size. Well furnished. I would love to stay there again.
10
Matthew
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is becoming a favorite destination of ours. Quiet apartment-style rooms with a full kitchen, and a short walk to the main street restaurants and the beach.
This is becoming a favorite destination of ours. Quiet apartment-style rooms with a full kitchen, and a short walk to the main street restaurants and the beach.
10
Sergio Guzman
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Coxy one bedroom style suite. Full kitchen, ceiling fan in both rooms plus floor fans. Very clean, and comfortable. Soft bed very nice! 10 minutes walk to beach restaurants and shoes
Coxy one bedroom style suite. Full kitchen, ceiling fan in both rooms plus floor fans. Very clean, and comfortable. Soft bed very nice! 10 minutes walk to beach restaurants and shoes
10
John
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely adore this property! Its prime location puts you just a leisurely stroll away from the stunning beach, delightful restaurants, lively pubs, and fantastic golf courses. The staff consistently exudes warmth and friendliness, making every visit truly special. Each room is a charming sanctuary, fully equipped with everything you need, including plates, cups, dishes, a spacious fridge and freezer, a gas stove, an oven, a microwave, and so much more. After five wonderful stays over the past seven years, we can confidently say that each experience has been nothing short of exceptional.
We absolutely adore this property! Its prime location puts you just a leisurely stroll away from the stunning beach, delightful restaurants, lively pubs, and fantastic golf courses. The staff consistently exudes warmth and friendliness, making every visit truly special. Each room is a charming sanctuary, fully equipped with everything you need, including plates, cups, dishes, a spacious fridge and freezer, a gas stove, an oven, a microwave, and so much more. After five wonderful stays over the past seven years, we can confidently say that each experience has been nothing short of exceptional.
10
Timothy
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location is excellent. Just blocks from restaurants and the beach. Old school building. The room is set up like an apartment. Spacious living room and bedroom. Full kitchen. Our room overlooked the La Jolla Tennis and Beach club.
The location is excellent. Just blocks from restaurants and the beach. Old school building. The room is set up like an apartment. Spacious living room and bedroom. Full kitchen. Our room overlooked the La Jolla Tennis and Beach club.
10
Lynn
Mar 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Debbie, the manager, is very helpful. I was able to check in early. The location is wonderful! Very close to the beach, dining, etc. The rooms are fully set up with microwave, stove, refrigerator, toaster, even dishes. I did not have to dine out for every meal.
Debbie, the manager, is very helpful. I was able to check in early. The location is wonderful! Very close to the beach, dining, etc. The rooms are fully set up with microwave, stove, refrigerator, toaster, even dishes. I did not have to dine out for every meal.
10
Jordan
Jan 17, 2023
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Stayed 19,373 nights
I’ve been vacationing in the La Jolla area most of my life, and I can’t believe I’ve only just discovered this property! Such a lovely place with the most comfortable rooms. Lots of wonderful dining options within walking distance, as well as the beach. Debra, the office manager, is the sweetest!
I’ve been vacationing in the La Jolla area most of my life, and I can’t believe I’ve only just discovered this property! Such a lovely place with the most comfortable rooms. Lots of wonderful dining options within walking distance, as well as the beach. Debra, the office manager, is the sweetest!
10
Katherine
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Spacious and walking distance to restaurants and public transportation
Spacious and walking distance to restaurants and public transportation
10
Kelli
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were very clean. Staff was polite and knowledgeable. I stayed here with my children and felt safe. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend for families.
Location was perfect! 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were very clean. Staff was polite and knowledgeable. I stayed here with my children and felt safe. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend for families.
10
Derek
Jan 8, 2023
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Stayed 19,360 nights
Friendly staff and we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the room and the kitchenette. Close to great dining options and short walk to the beach.
Friendly staff and we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the room and the kitchenette. Close to great dining options and short walk to the beach.
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Camille
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
This is a lovely place to stay in La Jolla Shores. I’ve stayed here 7 times in 7 years and always find the people running it to be helpful and friendly. It’s not fancy and not super polished, but the location can’t be beat.
This is a lovely place to stay in La Jolla Shores. I’ve stayed here 7 times in 7 years and always find the people running it to be helpful and friendly. It’s not fancy and not super polished, but the location can’t be beat.
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Sean
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was great. The no A/C was a bit warm but not terrible. Great location for food and beach
The staff was great. The no A/C was a bit warm but not terrible. Great location for food and beach
10
Karen
Aug 30, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location, great staff. Condo has everything you need. Walk to the beach and wonderful restaurants
Great location, great staff. Condo has everything you need. Walk to the beach and wonderful restaurants
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Paul
Aug 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Very charming setting, with a nice little pool and good privacy. The room was spacious and the kitchen was useful and appreciated. The parking was handy in an area where there was a lot of pressure on parking. The only real problem was no AC. Our room really heated up during the day and was only comfortable in the morning hours.
Very charming setting, with a nice little pool and good privacy. The room was spacious and the kitchen was useful and appreciated. The parking was handy in an area where there was a lot of pressure on parking. The only real problem was no AC. Our room really heated up during the day and was only comfortable in the morning hours.
8
Jennifer
Jul 29, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was super clean. But there is no ac unit. The floor length blind panels kept falling off of the rod at random times during the night. Parking is rough. I was told to park in 2 different specific spots but there were already cars in them. Was not charged for parking. Great location to walk to the beach or restaurants and small shops. Pool closes early 8pm.
The room was super clean. But there is no ac unit. The floor length blind panels kept falling off of the rod at random times during the night. Parking is rough. I was told to park in 2 different specific spots but there were already cars in them. Was not charged for parking. Great location to walk to the beach or restaurants and small shops. Pool closes early 8pm.
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FAQs about La Jolla Riviera Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 15.00 per night. Parking is limited, and no reservation is required.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 4:00 PM, and check-out time is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility and features are not provided.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in La Jolla, within a 5-minute drive of La Jolla Beach and the University of California, San Diego. It is approximately 5.8 miles from Mission Beach and 7.2 miles from Mission Bay.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features an outdoor heated pool, which is seasonal and available for guests to enjoy.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for children to stay for free.
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The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Air conditioning is not provided
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Pool Outdoor
Activities
Swimming pool
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Parking
Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
General
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Beach Sun Loungers
Fence Around Pool
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
Concierge Services
Internet
Free Wi-Fi