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Empress Hotel La Jolla · La Jolla, California

FAQs & policies

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Answers to the questions our guests ask most about Empress Hotel La Jolla.

How do I reserve a room at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Choose your dates and guests in the reservation box and select Reserve your stay. You will see availability and the total price for your dates before anything is confirmed, at the best available rate with no booking fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

At Empress Hotel La Jolla, check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Is Empress Hotel La Jolla pet friendly?

Yes — dogs are welcome at Empress Hotel La Jolla; the pet fee is $35 per pet per night and there is a 50 lb weight limit.

Is parking available at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes — Empress Hotel La Jolla offers free parking for guests.

Does Empress Hotel La Jolla have Wi-Fi?

Yes — free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and public areas at Empress Hotel La Jolla.

Is breakfast included, and is there a restaurant at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

At Empress Hotel La Jolla, a breakfast_type_continental breakfast is included with your stay, there is a restaurant on the property and there is a bar.

What is in the rooms at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Rooms at Empress Hotel La Jolla include fitness center, concierge service, two queens, sofa beds, sleeper sofa and service.

Does Empress Hotel La Jolla have a pool or spa?

Yes — Empress Hotel La Jolla offers spa.

Is Empress Hotel La Jolla wheelchair accessible?

Accessible features at Empress Hotel La Jolla include wheelchair accessible, service animals allowed, braille signage, ADA compliant and grab bars.

Where is Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Empress Hotel La Jolla is in La Jolla, California. The Map page shows the exact spot.

What is there to do around Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Guests at Empress Hotel La Jolla can enjoy snorkeling, golf on site, beach chairs and beach towels provided.

Can I hold a meeting or wedding at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes — Empress Hotel La Jolla offers business center, meeting av equipment, meeting room and event space.

Is Empress Hotel La Jolla smoke-free?

Yes — Empress Hotel La Jolla is a smoke-free property.

What are the hours at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

At Empress Hotel La Jolla: late check-out until: 4:00 PM; front desk: open 24 hours; breakfast hours: 7-9:30 am daily; bar hours (bar): Wed, Thu 6-9 pm; Fri, Sat 7-10 pm; Sun 6-8 pm; happy hour (Manhattan of La Jolla): Mon, Sun 4-6 pm; cafe / market: 7-11 am daily; fitness center hours: open 24 hours.

What fees should I know about at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Empress Hotel La Jolla lists these charges: early check-in fee: $15 per hour (before 4:00 P.M.); late check-out fee: $15 per hour (after 11:00 A.M.); resort / amenity fee: $15 per night; smoking fine: $500; incidental hold: $50 per night.

What should I know before I book at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

At Empress Hotel La Jolla: early check-in offered; late check-out offered; free parking; Free Wi-Fi; breakfast included; smoking allowed: no.

How far is Empress Hotel La Jolla from the airport?

From Empress Hotel La Jolla, San Diego International Airport is about 9.1 miles away.

Is there a grocery store near Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes — the nearest grocery store is about 400 yards from Empress Hotel La Jolla.

Is there public transportation near Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes — the nearest public transit stop is about 250 yards from Empress Hotel La Jolla.

Is Empress Hotel La Jolla close to the water?

Yes — Empress Hotel La Jolla is within 1.9 miles of the coast.

What time zone is Empress Hotel La Jolla in?

Empress Hotel La Jolla is on Pacific time — check-in and check-out times on this page are local times.

Can I see photos of Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes — the Gallery page has 57 photographs of Empress Hotel La Jolla, and the Rooms, Dining and Amenities pages show the photos that belong to each.

Can I arrive late at Empress Hotel La Jolla?

Yes — the front desk at Empress Hotel La Jolla is staffed 24 hours a day.

How will I know my reservation at Empress Hotel La Jolla is confirmed?

Once you complete your reservation, we send your confirmation to the email address you entered — keep it as your record. If you choose to connect the inbox that email arrives in, the confirmation is recognised automatically; that connection is read-only and can be removed at any time.

Are the rates on this page the best available?

Yes. Reserving directly gives you our best available rate for your dates with no booking fees, and the total price is shown before you confirm.

Policies at a glance

Hours, check-in & check-out
  • Check-in from: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out by: 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out until: 4:00 PM
  • Front desk: open 24 hours
  • Breakfast hours: 7-9:30 am daily
  • Bar hours (bar): Wed, Thu 6-9 pm; Fri, Sat 7-10 pm; Sun 6-8 pm
  • Happy hour (Manhattan of La Jolla): Mon, Sun 4-6 pm
  • Cafe / market: 7-11 am daily
  • Fitness center hours: open 24 hours
Fees
  • Early check-in fee: $15 per hour (before 4:00 P.M.)
  • Late check-out fee: $15 per hour (after 11:00 A.M.)
  • Resort / amenity fee: $15 per night
  • Smoking fine: $500
  • Incidental hold: $50 per night
Policies & good to know
  • Early check-in offered: yes
  • Late check-out offered: yes
  • Free parking: yes
  • Free Wi-Fi: yes
  • Breakfast included: yes
  • Smoking allowed: no
  • Breakfast Included
  • Destination Fee
Pets
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Pet Fee (per night): $35
  • Pet Fee Per Pet
  • Pet Free Of Charge
  • Pet Fee

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