La Valencia Hotel, San Diego
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“This 1926 pink-walled, Mediterranean-style landmark was designed by William Templeton Johnson. Among its 115 rooms, those in the main building are rather compact while the villas are spacious, but the property wins for its Old Hollywood romance.”
“The 1926 La Valencia Hotel is a pink-hued, Spanish-tiled San Diego historic landmark terraced into the hills of the seaside enclave of La Jolla, a worthy beachfront alternative to Hotel del Coronado during its renovation.”
“This luxury hotel overlooking La Jolla Cove has been a local landmark since its debut in 1926. A Mediterranean-style beauty framed by lush bougainvillea and palm trees, The Pink Lady enchants visitors with its old-world elegance and stunning ocean vistas.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in San Diego.
What guests liked
- Ocean views
- Friendly staff
- Beautiful hotel
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla (just north of San Diego) is the kind of place that feels like stepping into a sun-soaked Hollywood postcard. With its iconic pink facade and Spanish-tiled tower, this vintage gem has been charming guests since 1926.
Perched on the bluffs above La Jolla Cove, it offers sweeping views of the Pacific and an architecture that channels old-world Mediterranean elegance.
Inside, you’ll find cozy, character-filled rooms and suites, from “Vintage” to “Icon”, each blending seaside serenity with timeless style.
There are standout dining spots like the Mediterranean Room with ocean views, and La Sala Lounge in the lobby for cocktails.
Relax by the gorgeous outdoor pool, stroll to nearby galleries and shops in the La Jolla Village, or let the Les Clefs d’Or concierge hook you up with snorkeling, kayaking or just a laid-back coastal adventure.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
1 September 2025
Pleasant
25 August 2025
Pleasant
24 August 2025
Exceptional
22 July 2025
Exceptional
28 May 2025
Exceptional
14 May 2025
Exceptional
11 April 2025
Exceptional
29 January 2025
Fabulous
21 November 2024
Pleasant
15 November 2024
Exceptional
12 November 2024
Exceptional
11 November 2024
Fabulous
21 October 2024
Exceptional
19 October 2024
Fabulous
12 October 2024
Exceptional
23 September 2024
Exceptional
17 September 2024
Exceptional
12 August 2024
Very good
5 August 2024
Bad
19 July 2024
Exceptional customer service
Villas
couln't open the patio doors
25 May 2024
Exceptional
24 May 2024
Exceptional
13 May 2024
Disappointing
3 May 2024
Simply A wonderful place, where we made beautiful memories.
Location, amenities, outstanding staff, we celebrated our 34th Wedding anniversary, and The La Valencia Hotel staff were instrumental in making our special occasion even more spectacular.
Wish pool had been heated!
3 May 2024
Poor
19 March 2024
Exceptional
14 March 2024
Fabulous
20 February 2024
Exceptional
8 February 2024
Pleasant
27 January 2024
Expectation against reality
Location, history
Service, bad room service, confused service, bad lightning, construction, bad view room, zero clean from one night to another
17 January 2024
Exceptional
21 November 2023
Exceptional
View
Couldn't find a hair dryer
16 November 2023
Exceptional
1 November 2023
Exceptional
12 October 2023
Fabulous
8 October 2023
Pleasant
12 September 2023
Pleasant
Location and exterior grounds of facility
AC went out 1st night entire facility. The elevators were broke all 3 days our stay. Nice location, dated complex not worth the price.
6 August 2023
Perfect stay at a perfect location and property
Loved everything about this property
Nothing
24 July 2023
Exceptional
13 July 2023
Exceptional
This is truly the Grand Dame of Hotels in La Jolla. They "Pink Lady" really impressed me. The views are amazing. The old time elegance of this property is beautifully presented. Finally, the location in La Jolla is central and within walking distance of everything one needs.
23 June 2023
Fab hotel in a superb location, ideal for discovering the west coast
Clean, comfortable, friendly
Very busy when hosting events
21 June 2023
The front desk was helpful and I enjoyed my stay
23 May 2023
The Pink Lady is the BEST!!!
View was superb. We were upgraded to a suite with a view which was beautiful. One night there was a very loud TV above but the staff could not get the clients to turn it off. I was given a discount for the disturbance which was very much appreciated. Staff was the best!
Noise from the neighbor.
9 March 2023
La Valencia is a place to relax and celebrate! You can enjoy the best of La Jolla!
We love the property and the location to the water. From the minute we arrived, until the minute we pulled out of valet parking, we were well cared for.
N/A
26 January 2023
Pleasant
24 January 2023
Very good
21 January 2023
lovely service, tranquil and very elegant
close to water
private, but central to area and getting around
10 January 2023
Pleasant
18 December 2022
Fabulous
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Paid WiFi
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Evening entertainment
- - Beach
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool toys
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Pool bar
- - Shallow end
- - Fence around pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Parking
- - Accessible parking
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