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The Shoal At La Jolla Beach

San Diego - CA · United States

6750 La Jolla BlvdView location

9.0/10Excellent1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.8/108.8
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Amenities8.2/108.2
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About The Shoal At La Jolla Beach

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and bicycle rentals. This La Jolla hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a TV in the common area, and a vending machine. Other amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Self-parking is available onsite (subject to charges).

The 44 air-conditioned guest rooms feature refrigerators and flat-screen televisions with complimentary Wi-Fi. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Conveniences such as phones, safes, and desks are also provided.

Located in the Beach Barber Tract neighborhood of La Jolla, The Shoal La Jolla Beach is a short drive from Windansea Beach and just minutes from the University of California, San Diego. La Jolla Cove is 1. 6 miles away, and La Jolla Shores Park is 3. 2 miles away.

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With a stay at The Shoal La Jolla Beach in La Jolla (Beach Barber Tract), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Windansea Beach and 6 minutes from University of California, San Diego.

This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from La Jolla Cove and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from La Jolla Shores Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 44 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 3:00 AM
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Events/parties not allowed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
    • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Optional fees
    • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Windansea Beach 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Bird Rock 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Cuvier Park 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
La Jolla Cove 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Mission and Pacific Beaches 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Tourmaline Surfing Park 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Pacific Beach 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Pacific Beach Park 4.4 km / 2.8 mi
La Jolla Beach 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Mission Beach Boardwalk 4.8 km / 3 mi
Crystal Pier 4.8 km / 3 mi
La Jolla Shores Park 4.9 km / 3.1 mi
Mission Beach 5.5 km / 3.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 44
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
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  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • TV lounge
  • Deposit on arrival
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Non-smoking establishment
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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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  • Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • DOUBLE Accesible DeluxeDOUBLE • Accesible DeluxeDBL.H6-DX

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    Room code: DBL.H6-DX

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q-DX

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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: QUA.2Q-DX

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXEQUADRUPLE • DELUXEQUA.DX

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    Room code: QUA.DX

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • Accessible KING SIZE BEDDBL.H6-KG

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    Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.H6-KG

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  • TWIN DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSTWIN • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSTWN.2Q-DX

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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: TWN.2Q-DX

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.KG

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q

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    QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: QUA.2Q

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: QUA.QN

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE KING BEDDouble or Twin • DELUXE KING BEDDBT.DX-KG

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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBT.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUA.DX-QN

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: QUA.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBL.DX

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  • Double or Twin Accesible DeluxeDouble or Twin • Accesible DeluxeDBT.H6-DX

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    Double or Twin Accesible Deluxe

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    Accesible Deluxe

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    Room code: DBT.H6-DX

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  • Room THREE BEDSRoom • THREE BEDSROO.3B

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    Room THREE BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.3B

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Shoal At La Jolla Beach

9.0
Excellent
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Amenities
8.2 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Lindsey
The staff are so friendly
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
karen
This is a cute little hotel. In the WindandSea area of La Jolla. This is more like a glorified, updated, cute little motel. It was clean, had parking, the staff was super helpful. Tricia was extremely helpful when I checked in, and during my stay. They are lucky to have her.
The only thing I wish that this hotel had was a bigger refrigerator in the room, there’s no freezer part to store any ice blocks, and the refrigerator is really tiny.
I will definitely be back.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Madeline
We loved our stay. Staff was super helpful and friendly. The rooms were comfortable and clean.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2026
Catherine
This is the first time we stayed at The Shoal in LaJolla. It's a nice little quaint out of the way place, with a pool and hot tub that can be used in the evening. It's very close to restaurants, shopping and the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Meridyth
The room was spacious and accommodated our family of 5 well! The room was clean and provided a lot of space for our belongings. The only downsides were that the room beside us was really loud (not the hotels fault though) and it was near a main thoroughfare, so it was a bit louder than anticipated. However, the staff was really friendly, accommodating and the hotel offered extra amenities that I wasn’t expecting like “guest of the day” and tokens to rent beach equipment.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Elizabeth
We enjoyed our stay at The Shoal. The staff were welcoming and kind. The room was very clean. I appreciated how close the hotel was to the beach! Would absolutely stay there again!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2026
Janett
We really appreciated that we were so close to the beach. There is no breakfast available in the lobby, but there's a great breakfast place next door with good coffee and good breakfast burritos. The major downside to this property was the parking. There is a per day parking fee of $15 which seemed excessive to us since we had to pay so much for the room each night. In addition, it was extremely challenging to park in the very small and tight parking lot. On some mornings it was really hard to get out of our parking spot because of how close other cars were to our car.
Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2026
Jennifer Anne
Everything was clean and nice
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Deborah
Fabulous! Newly renovated rooms, comfy mattress, walk to beach, nice pool and hot tub. Conveniently located to a market and several places to eat. Staff very nice!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Angela
The staff were incredibly nice and welcoming. I made an error in booking my hotel for the duration of my stay and they assisted me and fixed everything with no fuss. The room was perfect!- clean, bright, extremely comfortable bed. I was shocked at the considerately placed multi charger and used it every single day. My next trip to San Diego? Definitely staying here again!
Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2026
Surinder-pal
Excellent location. Caring staff.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2026
Angela
Nice room, clean.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Dennis
Clean and quiet, a nice place close to the beach to watch surfing.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2026
Joseph J
Close to the ocean, La Jolla village and Bird Rock.
The staff is very friendly and helpful
Self
2/10
Poor
08 Jun 2026
Nadya
We had a drunk and disorderly neighbor, pants unzipped, belt undone that was looking through our window, yelling at us and egging my husband onto fight, cussing at us through our door.

When we told the staff that he was acting aggressive and inappropriate, they simply told us they called his room and seemed to not be the aggressor. Instead of investigating and accommodating, they said “we’ll just refund you right now” and requested we not call the police even though we didn’t feel safe in our room.

Needless to say, we left that night. Although they seemed apologetic after the fact. They were more concerned about optics than the actual safety of their residents.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Shelby
Nice large, clean rooms. Close to shops and beaches.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Karrie Ann
The location was great, the staff was so kind and helpful, and the rooms have been updated. The only downside was the noise - the walls are thin, and if you are on the first floor, you get headlights in your room, parking lot noise, and the sound of walking on the hard floors in the room above you. I heard the entire conversation from the room behind me while in the bathroom, as if they were in my room with me. The bed was comfortable, but if you are a light sleeper like me, it is very noisy if there are any other guests around. Great little spot to grab food and coffee just steps from the property and super easy walk to the beach!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
R.J.
Very restful night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Ianina
Clean room
Self
6/10
Pleasant
31 May 2026
Brooke
For the area, the hotel was a good price and a good budget option. The walls are very thin and we heard our upstairs neighbors all night but it was a good central location. Parking wasn’t the greatest and we couldn’t park on site for one of the nights.
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Mary Beth
Great location for WindanSea beach. Clean and well maintained with friendly staff.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Carolyn
The Shoal is easy walking distance to the beach. It also has a nice pool. There are a variety of restaurants in the area.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
KIMI
Clean room and warm hospitality from amazing staff. Great location.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Anthony
Great location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Wendy
Clean stylish hotel within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. The front desk staff was very friendly and informative. Easy parking and a very safe neighborhood. I will be staying here again.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
17 May 2026
jeff
It’s an upgraded motel… that’s not to say it’s a bad place, but that is what it is. We feel like the pictures were bit misleading, and tried to make it out to be more than it really is. Bed was comfortable and it’s well maintained and clean.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Lori Woolsey
Cute little hotel, with an awesome location. Needs a little bit of upkeep inside the rooms as they are starting to look a little worn… Love that they let you use chairs and towels for the nearby beach.
Staff was friendly and helpful with making recommendations for restaurants, pool needs cleaning… And overall a great stay
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Genissa
Exceptionally clean and the staff was fabulous.
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Yury
Nice location, clean newly remodeled room. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Mary
Amazing!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
DIALY
Great
Self
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2026
Julie
The staff were professional, the room was clean,would stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Stephen
This is a great location up the street from the Windansea surf spot with a good coffee shop next door and 5 minutes from the center of La Jolla
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Antonia
I’ve booked my mom here a few times during her visits with me & the hotel & staff are always amazing!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Corina
Great rooms! Well equipped and clean. Staff is super duper friendly!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
mark
Everything and everyone was super and we’ll see you next time.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Katherine
It was great. Quiet and maintained well and a short walk to the beach. It’s not a luxury stay but the room was cute and well appointed with a coffee maker, fridge, and microwave. They even have pool/beach towels that you can use. Staff was helpful and polite. We will return.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Apr 2026
Steven
The staff was really excellent, and did a lot to make us feel at home. My only complaint is that the wifi was spotty, but to be fair, we didn't say anything and the staff had no opportunity to fix it. It's a perfect place to stay if you aren't planning to spend much time in the hotel, which we were not.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Evan
great room, cool vibe
Business
6/10
Pleasant
20 Apr 2026
Ramon
There was a cricket in our room that proved to be quite the problem in dealing with…
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Jona B
I booked The Shoal twice for my 76 year old mom who was visiting. She loved this hotel for how kind, helpful, accommodating they were to her. Would definitely highly recommend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Bruce
This is a great location though it is really a motel type property not a hotel with a lot of amenities. But it is very close to the beach and towels, chairs, and umbrella are included.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Brittany
Well kept and clean property. Great location and close to beach. Older building and thin walls but wasn’t too loud.
Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2026
Mary
Very disappointed in the pool area- clean but very small space near the road. Two lounge chairs- not inviting at all. Pleased to get beach chairs/towels to use free for the day from the hotel so just went to the beach instead. Definitely made up for the lack of a relaxing pool area.
The room was very clean and updated - location was fantastic- just a quick walk down to the beach. Coffee/bagel
Shop next door and restaurants walkable. Walked to see the seals at LaJolla cove. Surprised at the reasonable price for that location. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Coffee/tea/cocoa and water provided in the lobby. There was instant oatmeal available as well…. Wouldn’t call it breakfast
Overall, a good stay for the price
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Karen
Great little gem steps from the beach (3 min walk). Coffee shop and food nearby

Staff was super friendly, responsive and kind

Thank you!
Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2026
Jeremy
Room was clean. Bathrooms were well done. Great location and friendly staff/service.

Air conditioning worked well but was loud- otherwise a good stay if you want to be close to La Jolla village and beach.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Alfredo
I stay here for work and I’m always able to enjoy my evening resting and it’s close to good food.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2026
Hoai Phuong
Love the little boutique hotel perfect for a few night stay, very convenient location to watch sunset in LaJolla. Highly recommended
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
maryann
Clean room and bathroom, AC worked great, great coffee/breakfast place next door and other shops/restaurants in walking distance. GREAT beach for surfer or sunset watching is a 4 minute walk down the hill. Pool and hot tub were clean and nice. Oh and they give you towels that you can take to the beach
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
SARAH
Great location to beach and easily walkable to different food spots.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Rebecca
Excellent access to a great beach, wonderful staff, and shops nearby.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
21 Mar 2026
Polly
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2026
Cecilia
The location is great! Walking distance to the beach & local restaurants. The staff was welcoming & friendly. The room was very clean cut.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2026
Sharon
Very nice location
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Mar 2026
Allison
The firepit was one amenity we were looking forward to using, just sitting outside at night and recapping our day, but it was broken during our stay.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Mar 2026
Pauline
Was slightly tired feeling hotel. Room smelled musty and construction happening across the road. It’s a short walk to the beach to see the beautiful sunsets in La Jolla. The location is slightly far from the restaurants in La Jolla.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2026
Susan
Very clean room
4/10
Poor
10 Mar 2026
Tanya
TV never worked, house keeping less than par and parking was awful!
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Johnny
Amazing staff and facilities!!! Highly recommended!!! Close to all the good restaurants as well
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2026
Hannah
Overall great stay! Close proximity to the beach and a few local spots. My only complaint/suggestion is to have more lighting in the room(dark and hard to see) . Also the bathroom fans really don’t do much at all , so some room spray would be great 😅😂
4/10
Poor
05 Mar 2026
Gina
There are more rooms than parking spaces at this hotel so just because you paid to stay here you may not be able to park here. It was suggested that I could park down the street or in an alley when I came back from dinner at 9:00 PM and there were no spaces.
Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Feb 2026
Eva
Front desk staff was wonderful & very accommodating. Accessible room was great except the bathroom. No hooks for towels or bench for clothing.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Heather
The customer service was very good. Our room wasn't quiet the first night but they managed to move is to a better room with no issues. They even texted to follow up ensuring we were pleased. Desk staff were awesome. Room was bright and cheery. Great showers and good beds. Location was perfect.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
maryam
Room very clean
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Mark
Staff were so friendly, hotel was really cool, clean and near our favorite spots! We also got a free upgrade!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Patricia
Clean room. Closet beach.
Partner
2/10
Poor
06 Feb 2026
Edmond
Very noisy room with room 211making noise at4:30am on 2/4& 5:30am on 2/5/26.
All yelling in alley behind hotel at 12am by drink or drugged people.also toilet is in front of shoer door and difficult to use .got a $300 parking ticket on street in front of hotel and no sign to say not to park in front of yellow square on sidewalk.also construction next to hotel and noisy starting at 7am every day
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2026
John
Room was excellent and the staff was second to none! If the employers actually read this, give those wonderful ladies at the front desk a raise!
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
03 Feb 2026
Jennette
Great modern room, comfy bed. Only downside was the fire pit wasn't working during our stay. The hot tub was small, but very relaxing. Great location & love that you can get towels, chairs & umbrellas to take to the beach.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2026
Robert
Reasonable price, friendly staff, clean rooms. Thank you for the stay!
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2026
Natalee
Clean room
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Jessica
Wonderful staff and nice clean room!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Judy
Staff was delightful, eager to help with anything we might need. Rooms were recently renovated, spacious and very cute. Just a block or so off the beach.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Joy
A hidden gem. The value for a hotel in the area is unbeatable. The rooms were recently updated as is the rest of the hotel. A block from the beach, can’t be beat! We would definitely stay again if we come back to La Jolla.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2026
Alistair
Fairly recent refurb to what looks like an old skool motel from the outside - good sized rooms a short walk from the beach
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Nick
Super solid place to stay, clean, great staff, walk to the beach.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Jamie
Room was clean. Nice and updated. Very nice relaxing getaway close to the beach.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Sumit
Great location near the La Jolla cove. Lots of nice restaurants nearby. Nice clean hotel. I would stay there again when I am visiting.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2026
Jean Pierre
Great st
6/10
Pleasant
28 Dec 2025
Carol
Staff very nice. Room clean but from the photo expected more than a run of the mill motel. And $15 fee for parking??? In front of the room???although bathroom cleaned after our first night bed was left unmade
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2025
Heather
I felt thoroughly welcomed with personal text messages before I arrived. The hotel is a short walk to a beautiful beach, coffee houses, a small grocery, and some great restaurants. Room was cozy.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2025
Jennifer
The staff was amazing. The room was clean.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2025
CARTER
Affordable in a prime location.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Jose
Awesome
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2025
keith
yes to all 4
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2025
Wad
Near the ocean good place
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Rahul
Great place with awesome staff and location. I will definetely recommend to anyone visiting Shoal La Jolla beach its an 5 star propert with loving smoles dont go with Motel in its name. Spacious rooms with parking sports and clean toiletries.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Belinda
Very clean, really polite and helpful staff.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
Dorothy
Clean room and friendly staff.
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2025
Allen C
Very Courteous and accommodating staff
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2025
Nilufer
Clean rooms. Courteous staff. Good free coffee. And close to a nice beach.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2025
Charles
Location location location. great staff, coffee, close to super nice beach.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Mackenzie
Great
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
02 Nov 2025
Stephanie
Found a cockroach and room was not serviced during my stay. Left a day early.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Leslie
The property was beautiful and the staff were very professional
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Jasmine
Great experience. We will definitely be back!
Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2025
David

Perfect for the night

Very nice and simple. Worked great for the night. The staff was super friendly and the bed was comfortable. It has a good location for both parts of La Jolla. It’s not luxury but it is nice.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Anna
This hotel had everything we needed!! Perfect for a weekend getaway. Located in a great area with restaurants and beach walking distance away. We also loved the hot tub. Staff were also very nice and helpful
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Oct 2025
Teresa
Cute small hotel close to beach clean and simple pool and spa nice
Business_and_leisure Self
2/10
Poor
05 Oct 2025
Fei
I booked a “newly remodeled” room at The Shoal La Jolla Beach, but what I experienced was completely different from what was advertised.

The room was right next to a busy street, with cars passing all night, making it impossible to rest. The air was stuffy, the AC didn’t work, and the room was dirty — even the area by the stairs outside was full of dust and filth.

There were mosquitoes inside, and I got bitten during the night. The bathroom was filthy, with mold and dirt in the corners of the shower and brown stains on the door. The ice bucket lid was rusted, and even the AC vent was covered in dust.

When I reached out to the hotel, they refused to change my room, claiming no availability — yet there were rooms available the next day. They even suggested fixing the AC at 10–11 p.m., which is unreasonable.

This property is misleadingly advertised and unsanitary. I would never stay here again, and I strongly suggest Expedia review this listing for false advertising and health concerns.
Business_and_leisure Family

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The Shoal At La Jolla Beach
6750 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, United States

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