La Valencia Hotel
La Jolla, California
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About the Hotel
Capturing a classic, whimsical charm with modern style and grace, La Valencia Hotel – part of the LVX collection of Preferred Hotels & Resorts – is an iconic destination in sunny La Jolla, California. This well-loved SoCal city lies just north of San Diego on the glittering Pacific coast, and for more than two centuries, travelers and locals alike have been flocking to "The Pink Lady" of La Jolla for a sophisticated and relaxing experience by the shore. The hotel's 112 guest rooms are split into three types - Vintage, Classic, and Villas - and all embrace European-inspired elegance and delightful character. Amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, high definition televisions, honor bars, posh toiletries, and luxurious Italian linens. Views range from the lovely hotel gardens to the expansive blue ocean, and larger rooms feature private balconies from which to enjoy the vistas. Seasonal pool service is an excellent way to soak up the rays and begin your mornings, and those looking to keep up with a workout routine can take advantage of the hotel's well-equipped fitness center.
Location
La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect Street
La Jolla, California
92037
Nearest Airport: SAN
Features and Amenities
- General Information
- Pet Friendly
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Lounge
- On-Site Amenities
- Concierge
- Shoe Shine Service
- Spa Services
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Live Entertainment
- Valet Parking (fee may apply)
- Complimentary Parking
- Outdoor Pool
- In-Room Spa Services
- Complimentary WiFi
- Hot Tub
- In-Room Amenities
- Bathrobes
- In-Room Safes
- Mini Bar
- Iron/Ironing Boards
- Marble Bathrooms
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Luxury Linens
- Coffee & Tea Facilities
- Luxury Bath Amenities
- Work Desks
- Complimentary WiFi
- Business
- Business Center/Services
- Meeting Rooms
- Conference Facilities
- Catering Services
- Nearby
- Shopping
- Zoo
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Golf
- Nightlife
- Beaches
- Amusement Parks
- Interests
- Summer Getaways
- Theme Park Nearby
Reviews for La Valencia Hotel
Massively outdated and overrated
The lack of investment in this hotel is evident at every level. The staff is ordinary at best and the infrastructure is dated. Wifi inadequate, room a/c old noisy kind, and pool area is downright shabby. Typical of many older classic properties that have little impetus so invest because of lack of competition and prime location. They appear to thrive on groups and weddings at this point. Housekeeping over burdened and not able to turn rooms fast enough during checkouts. If they invested in the rooms as much as the bathrobes, they’d be in a lot better place.
seasonedpro57 - New York City, New York
Horrendous
Having an horrendous time here at this very expensive hotel. Here are the highlights: Arrived at 1:30 for a 4pm check in. Very graciously given a key for the pool. Unfortunately there wasn’t a chair to be found and there really wasn’t anywhere to sit bc most of those areas were being utilized by 2 weddings. At first we found 2 chairs in front of a staff entrance then We sat on a bench on the side of the street. Our items were left in a trolly that all had access to. Room was ready at 4:15 which is acceptable However, the AC sounded like we were in tarmac with an airplane. All night. Dripping from shower head, pillows were so over stuffed I had to sleep in folded towels, ironing board was dirty, WiFi is spotty. For this cost, I would not recommend. Our friends are having a similar experience
claire b
Awesome location and beautiful hotel
Awesome experience and wonderful staff. Thank you!
droml73 - Wichenford, United Kingdom
Don’t do it!
Yikes. Not what we expected. Let me begin by saying this is NOT a luxury hotel. The hotel is very old and very dated. It’s in dire need of updates. Carpet is worn, stains on lampshades and walls, etc. There were weddings three nights in a row and our room was above the dj…omg…the entire room vibrating until the wedding was over. One of our windows was also next to food service and lots of noise/clanging/voices during the weddings. The smells on our side of the hotel were either of old food/garbage or some kind of sewage? Front desk is ambivalent to kind of everything. The location was nice though. The guys at the pool were also very nice and went above and beyond. Wouldn’t stay here again.
melissapN3506TC
Special spot in La Jolla
PERFECT place to stay in La Jolla! You can walk to everything! Spectacular setting! We stayed in a villa. Balcony overlooking the ocean. Spacious with the best waterfall shower in my life! Hotel staff couldn’t be nicer or more helpful. The concierge literally ran down the street after us to share more info she forgot! This place was memorable. Highly recommend!
Christine N
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Just had a great vacation! Loved La Valencia Hotel...so nostalgic and very well done! Our room was in the West Wing with two queen beds, down pillows and crisp hi thread count sheets; it was a completely refurbished room that still maintained it's history. The staff, from the moment we pulled up throughout the very end of our stay, was friendly, courteous and extremely helpful. The grounds were impeccable and in a perfect location...on one side is the ocean and the other the village. We would definitely stay there again!
-Julie H.
