Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
7955 La Jolla Shores Dr, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
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Daily Mandatory Destination Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: Premium guest internet access up to 3 devices daily 25 food and beverage credit for use at Cusp Dining and Drinks restaurant and Hiatus Lounge (outdoor lounge open seasonally 2 hour bike rental.Hotel La Jolla, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, is a unique boutique urban escape in La Jolla Shores, about a 15-minute drive from downtown San Diego, San Diego International Airport, and just minutes from La Jolla Village, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and University of California, San Diego. The hotel is also just around the corner from shopping, restaurants and world famous La Jolla beaches. Guest rooms offer a relaxing setting and are tastefully decorated in earth tones and feature plush bedding, an ergonomic work area and a furnished balcony many overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Comforts include a 50-inch TV, coffeemaker, mini-fridge, charging station, and white noise machine.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Wifi
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Kids stay free
Highchairs available
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Parking
Free wifi in the business center
Paid wifi
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Saltwater pool
Shallow end in pool
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Photo copier / fax In business center
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
ATM on site
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Refrigerator
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Bathrobes
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
On-demand movies
iPod docking station
Complimentary toiletries
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Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Grade: 78 out of 100
19Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
3Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
7955 La Jolla Shores Dr, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
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- Gretchen GFort Collins, Colorado124 contributionsGreat Diamond member stay and awesome location in La JollaThe check-in experience was very pleasant and we loved the person working at the desk. She was very helpful in every way possible. It is a very nice hotel in a great location and while it looks a bit dated on the outside, the rooms are lovely and the views are amazing. As a diamond member, we were able to each have breakfast with our credit and the breakfast was very good. The service in the restaurant was excellent. Facilities were awesome. Service was great and we enjoyed the walkability of the hotel.Thanks for sharing the excellent review with us, Gretchen! We're so glad that you had an exceptional experience at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton from beginning to end. It's wonderful to know that our staff treated you so well and made you feel welcome throughout the entirety of your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Thank you again for taking the time to leave your feedback!Written June 25, 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Date of stay: June 2023Written June 22, 2023
- Lynnypinny80Santa Maria, California4 contributionsGreat golf getawayWe stayed here to attend the Torrey Pines Farmer's Open golf tournament. It is a short drive to the golf course and there are great restaurants nearby with beautiful ocean views. The hotel has a great restaurant and bar on the 11th floor with gorgeous ocean views. Initially, upon check in, we were give a very claustrophobic room on the first floor with an enclosed patio, no view. We immediately requested a room on a higher floor and were not able to be moved until the next day. Ultimately, we were satisfied, but after making reservations very far in advance and checking in very near the check in time, we could not believe they put us in that room to begin with, and then had no other room for us to move to. The rooms on the upper floors have great views. Rooms are comfortable and clean.Date of stay: January 2020Written January 28, 2020
- williamhw2016Florence, Kentucky40 contributionsGreat Location!My Wife and I stayed at this hotel whole visiting family. The location is great, great food about a block and a half away and the beach is just a little further down. The hotel is a little worn out. This is expected in a year round resort location, it is hard to keep up with the rooms and facility when they are almost fully booked all the time. We stayed in a king room on the 7th floor and the view was great. The front desk staff was ok not amazing. They were helpful but not what I expected from a Curio Collection. The housekeeping staff was much more friendly and engaging, even though they have the toughest job. We did not eat at the restaurant, the food look ok but the price was crazy, I get the whole pandemic thing with availability and staffing but they have to mindful an have pricing ranges for all customers. We would stay there again, Thanks for a great stay.Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us, williamhw2016. We're glad to hear you had such a great experience with us. We care about the satisfaction of our guests so we appreciate you letting us know what we can do to make your stay perfect. We'll make sure to communicate your feedback to our team. We're looking forward to sharing an even more pleasant experience with you soon. Thank you again and have a wonderful day!Written July 21, 2022This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Date of stay: July 2022Written July 19, 2022
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I would totally avoid this hotel-- they are doing renovations so the no top floor restaurant or bar. Just a little food they serve on plastic plates and cocktails in plastic cups (no pool, just plastic). The rooms are old and dirty and decrepid-- mold bubbles in the shower drywall, the light switches are so dirty they are stained. Our room smells like cigarettes. Really, I've stayed in nicer youth hostels. And if you want to sleep with the slider open then be prepared to listen to traffic rumbling by all night. All this for $500 a night. and $40 to park in their big parking lot (filled with dumpsters of garbage). How dare they charge what they do and don't even give you a cup of coffee! No thanks. Hard pass.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: GO ELSEWHERE... YOU CAN'T EVEN SEE THE OCEAN FROM MOST OF THE ROOMS AND LONG WALK AWAY. THERE...
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded 1 week ago
Jennifer, it's disappointing to hear that your stay didn't live up to your expectations. We truly regret you were inconvenienced by the renovation work. To assure guest comfort, we've chosen disposable dining options temporarily. We are sorry that you found aspects of your room needing attention and for any disturbances during your stay. We continually strive to offer quality accommodation and we take your feedback seriously to improve our services. We appreciate your visit and your honest feedback.
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The check-in experience was very pleasant and we loved the person working at the desk. She was very helpful in every way possible. It is a very nice hotel in a great location and while it looks a bit dated on the outside, the rooms are lovely and the views are amazing. As a diamond member, we were able to each have breakfast with our credit and the breakfast was very good. The service in the restaurant was excellent. Facilities were awesome. Service was great and we enjoyed the walkability of the hotel.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Response from reviews+hotellajolla@thesocialstation.com, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded Jun 25, 2023
Thanks for sharing the excellent review with us, Gretchen! We're so glad that you had an exceptional experience at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton from beginning to end. It's wonderful to know that our staff treated you so well and made you feel welcome throughout the entirety of your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Thank you again for taking the time to leave your feedback!
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We did not like the response to an event at the hotel’s swimming pool the morning of our check out. There must have been 30-40 bees in the pool water. After complaining to the front desk after my daughter got stung nothing was done to remove the mostly dead bees from the pool. Apparently the front desk made a request in the computer and nothing was done while we were there for iver an hour. Shame on the hotel for not having a sense of urgency to do anything about it while we tried to enjoy the poo. The hotel front desk seemed abit inexperienced and not equipped to handle issues like the one we encountered.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded 3 weeks ago
It's disheartening to read about your disappointment with our pool situation. We're genuinely sorry that you and your daughter had such an experience. While our team members do their best to promptly handle all situations, it seems we missed our mark on this occasion. We appreciate your feedback, as it's a vital tool for improving our service and making the necessary adjustments. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We hope for an opportunity to serve you better in the future.
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This hotel is located next to the highway so be prepare not to sleep because even if you receive a room on the top floor the noise is terrible. The Hotel is very dirty, they do not offer cleaning service during your stay unless you booked it at the front desk, no change of towels more than an hotel the service is for 1 star hotel or an hostel. Breakfast: you buy a breakfast service along with the room but then when you arrive in the hotel you discover that because they do not have any buffet they only give you 22 dollars credit and the rest you need to pay. The hotel is very expensive so for what you get is not what you get. This hotel I booked because it was part of Hilton chain but it does not reflect any Hilton standards. Do not go to this hotel if you can avoid it.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded 3 weeks ago
We regret to hear that you had an experience short of expectations, particularly with the noise, cleanliness, and breakfast service. Our aim is to provide a tranquil, neat environment with seamless services that reflect our brand's reputation. We value all guest feedback and assure you that yours will be used to evaluate and rectify the aspects you've mentioned. We hope to have the chance to provide a more positive experience for you in the future.
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Do not let the wine in the lobby distract you from the mold in the rooms. This place is nothing more than a cheap motel with a fresh paint job. The Curio Collection by Hilton is supposed to mean something. I expected there to be standards of professionalism and hospitality and was simply not the case upon arrival here. Came to California for a wedding and extended the trip to see La Jolla. Chose this venue because of reputation. What a mistake. Had to navigate an outdoor catwalk, connected balconies, and stay exposed to the elements just to get to the room. Venue is not as advertised. Hotel was dirty, unsafe, and dicey. Booked the room for three nights through a popular travel website and tried to immediately cancel upon seeing it in person. Tried to cancel the second and third night stay after learning that the hotel would charge us for the first night regardless. The manager, Edelyn, refused to allow any type of cancellation or even modification of any timeline. Then tried to cancel the entire stay (through the travel website) but the manager rejected the request refused it, even denying early departure and instead, spitefully insisted on charging us for all three nights regardless of whether we stayed (contradicting posted policies). The manager then requested (via that website's help line) that we reach out directly to the front desk. In an attempt to have a conversation, we came down to the lobby. She declined. That manager did, however, continue to talk to other staff in the lobby about their upcoming schedules but turned her back to us and promptly fled while other staff continuously identified her as manager. Very concerning that this person refused to take accountability for her decisions, address our concerns, or even just have a face-to-face conversation about the issues. Faced with the decision or risk health and safety or financial loss, we chose the latter and left for a much nicer venue just down the road. How humiliating. …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded 4 weeks ago
Mike, it's regrettable to hear about your recent experience. We understand that you encountered unexpected issues with your accommodation, which does not align with our goal to provide comfortable rooms for all guests. Our team holds hospitality and professionalism in high regard, and it appears we've come up short in this instance. Regarding your issue with the booking modification, it's unfortunate that there was a misunderstanding about the cancellation policy. Our team strives for clear and friendly communication, and we apologize if any complications arose in this regard. In response to your feedback about our team members' attention at the lobby, it's definitely not a typical situation. Our team normally takes guest's concerns seriously. We appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention and we're looking into each point raised to ensure our service aligns with guest expectations in future stays. Thank you.
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Overpriced for what you get. Lobby is very clean, nice, modern. The hotel staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The restaurant has an excellent view and the restaurant staff were very welcoming. However, the rooms are not well taken care of. You can tell they remodeled them recently but with cheap materials and not done correctly. There was dust everywhere, stains all over the carpets, ceiling, and walls. The carpet was sticking out in certain places. It was a huge bummer for what we were expecting at that price and with those views. I hope hotel owners can see this and make more of an effort to invest your property.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded Aug 23, 2023
CD_Traveler1025, thank you for sharing your experience. It's gratifying to hear that you found the lobby appealing and our team members exceptionally friendly and helpful. Likewise, we're glad you enjoyed the stellar view from our restaurant. However, we regret to hear that the condition of your room didn't meet your expectations. We're committed to the upkeep of our facility and welcome your feedback as we constantly strive for improvement. We understand your concerns about price value and will forward your feedback to relevant channels for further consideration. We hope for an opportunity to provide a more satisfying stay in the future.
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This is like a higher end motel quality. Not a Hilton quality by far. Only good thing was the view. Very beat up motel that seemed run down, depressing and rusty. We had to move as it was not up to standard. I did not sign up to stay at a high motel. The front desk understood my concerns and was kind enough to not charge me since I left after checkin.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded Aug 22, 2023
emilykG9876PH, we're truly sorry to hear that your experience didn't align with your expectations. Our aim is to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay, hence it's disheartening when we don't meet our guests' expectations. It's encouraging to know our front desk team was able to address your concerns swiftly. Even though the view was the only noteworthy aspect of your stay, we'll take all your feedback onboard as we aim to improve continuously. We would appreciate another chance to provide you with the quality experience you rightly deserve.
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The kind-hearted people working at the Cusp restaurant are exceptional. We enjoyed breakfast here every day during our stay in La Jolla. Perfect start to each day. Thank you for making us feel special. Thank you for making our visit so enjoyable. You are the best.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded Aug 13, 2023
It's wonderful to hear that your experience at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton was memorable. It seems our team members at the Cusp restaurant have provided exceptional service and helped start your day off right. Your appreciation means a lot to our team, and we aim to continue making each guest feel valued. Thank you for sharing your enjoyment, we do consider ourselves fortunate to have guests like you. Looking forward to your next stay with us.
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This is not a four star hotel. While the staff was attentive and knowledgeable, the grounds and rooms need an upgrade badly. Everything was old with a slap of paint on it. You can see where attempts were made, but an entire remodel would be necessary to understand the value of the price per night. Hotel is in walking distance to the beach which was great.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded Aug 12, 2023
Hello mischalayw, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. It's encouraging to hear that you found our team attentive and knowledgeable. However, we regret that certain aspects of the property did not meet your expectations. We strive to balance the love of our original character with the need for modern comforts. It's also great to know that you found our proximity to the beach enjoyable. We will continue to consider guest feedback in our plans for future updates.
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Hotel is dated, dirty and claims a 4 star rating when real rating should be a 1 star. Drain broken, hair and filth found in bathroom (not ours) at checkin, privacy screen broken. So disappointed to use valued honors points on our stay.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Response from HotelLaJollaGM, General Manager at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Responded Jul 19, 2023
Jenecairns, we acknowledge your recent stay did not meet your expectations. We are committed to providing the best possible service and accommodation, and it is clear we fell short during your visit. We uphold a strong sense of sophistication and cleanliness, and it is disheartening to learn that we missed the mark in this aspect. Your feedback in regard to the overall condition of our hotel is instrumental, and rest assured that we heed to this with utmost priority. The situation you had with your bathroom, certainly does not reflect the standards we adhere to. We appreciate you bringing these critical areas to our attention. Our housekeeping department takes issues of cleanliness and hygiene very seriously and we will investigate this matter thoroughly to rectify it and avoid such instances in the future. Let us assure you that we are taking the necessary steps to improve the areas that you highlighted in your review. We truly value your feedback as it offers us the opportunity to improve our services and ensure we create an excellent experience for each of our guests. We hope that we can have another opportunity in the future to demonstrate the high standards that we are typically known for and restore your faith in us.
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$282 - $410 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Nearby attractions include The Sea Caves (0.3 miles), La Jolla Art Association Gallery (0.2 miles), and La Playa Gallery (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, a fitness center, and room service.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
Is parking available at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Yes, paid private parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Conveniently located restaurants include Piatti, Shorehouse Kitchen, and Osteria Romantica.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial (0.9 miles) and Bedrock Mortar (metate Stone) (1.6 miles).
Does Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.