Pantai Inn

This was our first stay at Pantai Inn for our Anniversary. We cannot say enough of what a good experience it was! First of all we were warmly greeted by the staff and shown where our breakfast would be served and then taken to our room. The next day when we inquired about the other rooms for future stays we were kindly shown some of the other rooms so we could get a good idea of the floor plans. The second thing we noticed is how CLEAN and well maintained everything is. From the grounds down to the rooms where upon entering we found the tv remote sanitized and in a sealed wrapper. I cannot tell you how that little detail told us that there is a lot of care and pride that management puts into running this Inn. The view from our room was gorgeous. And we spent a lot of time there and walking around the area. We spent 4 nights there but only used the car once. There is a roof top patio that gives wonderful views of La Jolla that we also enjoyed. You get so much for what you pay for. The breakfasts were wonderful. And the complimentary water and sodas are such a thoughtful treat. We truly felt relaxed here. We now have a new “go to” favorite place … thank you Pantai Inn for making our Anniversary stay a great one!

This is a wonderful property in a beautiful and convenient location. With nearly 2,000 Tripadvisor reviews already published (as of November 2025), I am not sure how much I can add to what has already been said, but I'll mention a few things: 1. The property has character, with rooms in a number of separate small buildings. Common areas of the building feature nice decorative flourishes. The rooms are not "cookie cutter"; they all seem to have a separate layout and design and character. 2. The inn offers convenient on-site parking for $25 per night. If you have a car with you, this is a very nice option because parking in La Jolla is tough. I had no concerns about the security of my vehicle. 3. The inn checks all the boxes on hotel fundamentals: cleanliness, safety & security, comfort, everything in working order, capable and friendly staff, etc. 4. The complimentary breakfast is nice, with very pleasant indoor and outdoor seating options. It's not amazing, more like you might find at a mid-tier chain hotel, but it has a good variety of offerings that they appear to rotate each day. Examples include eggs, sausage links, breakfast potatoes, and breakfast sandwiches. There is also a self-service waffle maker and pre-made hot oatmeal. I liked that the orange juice came not from a dispenser, but from individual sealed containers. 5. I liked the complimentary beverages in the lobby, including sodas. I've always thought that those of us who prefer diet soda as our source of caffeine rather than coffee don't get a fair shake, so it was so refreshing to see complimentary cans of Diet Coke. The fruit-infused water was magnificent. 6. You could not ask for a better location . . . right across the street from Shell Beach and a 2-minute walk from La Jolla cove. 7. The outdoor rooftop sitting area, which includes a gas firepit that guests can turn on, and comfy furniture, is a splendid feature. 8. The hotel is within easy walking distance of many, many shops and restaurants and cafes. You can easily have a multiday vacation within La Jolla without a car. In fact, if you will not be exploring farther afield in the greater San Diego area, I'd recommend not bringing a car or renting a car. There are only a couple of minor drawbacks, which I present mainly because no review should imply perfection: 1. The bathroom and shower were a bit cramped. I suspect that the property had a life prior to being a hotel and that it had to be transformed into a hotel, requiring some creative configurations and irregular spaces. So while the bathroom is small, it is part of the character. 2. As someone committed to an exercise regimen, I would have liked to see a fitness center or gym, though I recognize that for a smaller property on expensive real estate, reallocating square footage for this purpose may not be economically viable. A guy at the front desk said something about the inn working on developing some sort of agreement with an area gym by which hotel guests could use it; I hope they are able to make that a reality. For now, guests can enjoy going for a run up and down the coast, though I'd recommend doing that in the early morning before the waterfront sidewalks and paths get crowded. 3. Pantai Inn has a $25 per night "resort charge". I just really hate "resort charges". They seem gimmicky and sly and beneath the dignity of such an otherwise excellent property. Sheesh, just add $25 to the room rate! My travel companion and I stayed in room 222, a single King room, which I highly recommend. It features a balcony overlooking the ocean. If I were to return to La Jolla, Pantai Inn would definitely be high in the consideration set.

Great location about half way between Children’s Cove and the sea lions and birds at La Jolla Cove. Huge, roomy accommodations with everything you could want. We loved the full size kitchen and gas fireplace. The lobby has complementary infused water, bottled water, soda, and cookies. Beautiful ocean views, excellent hot breakfasts every day, with indoor and outdoor seating, and the atmosphere was amazing. The staff is courteous and attentive. We felt like royalty. Our whole family can’t wait to come again.

We arrived at the Pantai Inn around 11:30 in the morning. The receptionist is very friendly welcome us for celebrating our anniversary.Our room was ready so we could get in right away. We had a room with a balcony and view of the ocean, which was absolutely beautiful, very clean. The kitchen area had stove top, sink, dishes,fridge and microwave. TV in living area and bedroom. The reception area has coffee, tea, water and sodas, all complimentary. You can also purchase wine and beers. A full breakfast was served every morning between 7:30 and 10:00am. We truly enjoyed our stay here. We walked the shore line which is a 2 minute walk from the Inn where you can see the Seals and Pelicans amazing.

We are staying for our anniversary and everything has been perfect. Our room, the location, the ameneties, the customer service...all perfect. We will absolutely be back. Thanks, Pantai!