This is a basic motel in a good location. For La Jolla, it isn't terribly expensive (I paid $100/night). I am rating this hotel as average because it is what it is, and expectations should not be super high. The main thing to consider when booking is that there is no air conditioning, just a fan in the room. I... more

I spent 3 nights in mid-August at the Sands of La Jolla (SoLJ) with my wife and two young daughters. I found the property via Google Maps since it is not plugged into the hotel booking engines (hotels.com, expedia.com, etc.). It’s pricing was a bit more expensive than the cheapest motels in Hotel Circle, but that was expected for La... more

I've stayed here before but was amazed of what they did to the place. They must have spent alot of money on their remodel cause the rooms are very nice! You wont find a better place to stay in la jolla and for the price they charge. Everywhere else is rediculously high priced. Its about three blocks to the closest... more

My husband and I have stayed at the Sands on and off for many years, since we have a business in the area and are in the process of moving to La Jolla. It was ok, not great, until our last stay. On on second morning, I woke up with welts on my thigh and shoulders. My husband also noticed... more

Location Location...This may not be a luxury hotel but if your looking for a great location and a great price this hotel is great. After booking at the Holiday Inn Express a couple miles down the street and arriving there and realizing it was ghetto...we found this little hotel referred by my friend who lives right down the street. Not... more

I have been staying at the Sands of La Jolla for years. The service is always great, and the hotel has a nice charm. Sure, it is a little old, but it's always clean, there is a fridge and coffe maker in every room, the pool is sparkling and heated, and it's close to everything. If you want to pay... more

I made a reservation here on a referral from a friend. I subsequently needed to cancel the reservation. I spoke with the manager, Roger, twice on the phone, and he could not find my reservation. I sent him a fax to make sure the reservation was cancelled and my credit card would not get charged. When a charge for one... more

Not worth the money. Not worth anything. This was the worst hotel I've stayed at since the Motel 6 in Detroit. Room was dirty and small. The bathroom was full of hair that was not ours. No view - they have completed the condo building across the street. There is a "traffic circle" on the street right in front, which... more

This hotel was built a long time ago. The elevator lands on a spring. It is the style where the halls are outside. The pool was cold, we were yelled at for walking down the hall yet at 2am yet there was a party happening two stories down. It is on a busy street and I wouldn't call the view... more