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The Sands of La Jolla

2.5 star property

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
3STE 3rd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk
Hallway
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
5417 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Tourmaline Surfing Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Pacific Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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3STE 3rd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

3STE 3rd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1STE 1st Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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2VK 2nd Floor King with Balcony

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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KP 1st Floor King by Pool

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2VQQ 2nd Floor 2 Queen with Balcony

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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3VQQ 3rd Floor 2 Queen with Balcony

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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QQP 1ST Floor 2 Queen Beds

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2STE 2nd Floor Suite 1 King 2 Queen Bedrooms Balcony

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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3VK 3rd Floor 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Sands of La Jolla

Hotel in Bird Rock
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Sands of La Jolla offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Sands of La Jolla features an outdoor pool, concierge services, and express check-out. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

The Sands of La Jolla is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - midnight and 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Sands Hotel Jolla
Sands Jolla
Sands Hotel La Jolla
Sands La Jolla
Sands Of La Jolla Hotel La Jolla
Sands Jolla Hotel
The Sands of La Jolla Hotel
The Sands of La Jolla La Jolla
The Sands of La Jolla Hotel La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 367 out of 564 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 564 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 564 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 564 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 564 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and the location is very convenient to explore the Pacific Beach area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought they did a nice job updating the property. The staff was very polite and accommodating. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice. If breakfast was included, that would be great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I couldn’t have asked for a better location to stay at in La Jolla. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone. Be sure to check out Don Barvo’s for their amazing street tacos, as they are a 5 minute walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room itself was adequate, but there was a noticeable disinfectant type smell that permeated every time I entered the room. There was a smart mirror in the entry with a blue light which never went off (would advise a sleep mask). Found a cockroach on the floor my upon awakening the first morning. The real kicker was the motel charged my credit card for $8 after my departure. When I called the front desk clerk didn't know what it was for, and then said it was for a "damaged" towel. I had not damaged a towel. I informed her that I expected the charge to be removed or I would have my credit card remove the charge. She stated the manager would call me. I never received a call. My credit card corrected the charge. Seemed like a money grab technique and poor customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Nice place with helpful staff. Plenty of dining options in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, convenient to shops and restaurants, either within walking distance or a short drive away. Our top (3rd) floor room was perfect, with a lovely balcony for breakfast or just to sit in the evenings. We were there 2 nights, 3 days (Mon-Wed); don't know what weekends might be like. Staff were friendly and responsive. Fridge in room, but coffee/tea available only in hotel office, which doesn't open until 8 a.m. A microwave on a cart sits outside, 1 on each floor. Only 1 nightstand in room with king bed. Desk had automatic height adjuster, but sink was on the high side and the hangers in the closet were hard to reach for person 5 ft 4 in. Really nice shower. Definitely will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Humberto

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice area, the hotel ok
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked this place. Newly renovated, clean as a whistle. Spacious. Great location although parking is tight. Floors are a bit thin so you hear the people above you if they wear concrete shoes like the kids above us. Big refrigerator in the room and a great shower. Comfortable bed. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Light emits from smart devices
Only stayed one night. Checked in late and left early the next day. So I don't have much to say other than it was all good and I'd stay there again. Rooms are very clean, like other reviewers have said. There are a few smart devices in the room they emit light while sleeping, so if you prefer to sleep in a completely dark room, bring your eyeshades for sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brigitt Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was renovated and it’s great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden gem
Relaxing and very clean room with great amenities. Great location and free parking is a perk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and very good property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the hotel is very convenient and has dining etc nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best price for the area. Am
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024