Tag: places to stay
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, California
If I ever run away from home it will be to The Lodge at Torrey Pines. This award-winning hotel is not far from our front door, but when I’m there, I feel like I’m a world away. Perched on the edge of the famed Torrey Pines Golf Course with the ocean as a backdrop, The […]
Scripps Inn, La Jolla
If you’ve been to San Diego’s favorite coastal community, you may have driven right past the Scripps Inn, La Jolla without even noticing it. The big blue Pacific Ocean on the other side of Coast Boulevard gets all the attention in this part of town. The yummy eye candy of waves rolling up on pristine […]
Hotel La Jolla, San Diego, California
I’d like to introduce my charming new neighbor: Hotel La Jolla, a Kimpton Hotel, moved in across the street last summer, and is a wonderful addition to our area. My friends and I walk over for drinks in Hiatus, their cozy patio lounge, and dine in Cusp on the 11th floor. I’ve lived in La […]
San Diego Hotels: La Jolla Cove Suites
The La Jolla Cove Suites offers “one of the most stunning views in the country.” The famous La Jolla Cove is right across the street, and yet, La Jolla Cove Suites has suffered low occupancy rates and mixed reviews for as long as I can remember. Owner Krista Baroudi, whose grandfather built the hotel in […]
The Grande Colonial Hotel La Jolla
The Grande Colonial Hotel has always been one of my favorite places in La Jolla. I like the historic ambiance, and a recent upgrade has added a polished, luxurious feel. Full disclosure: of all the hotels in San Diego’s favorite coastal community, my husband and I chose the charming Grande Colonial – then the Colonial […]
Great Deal at La Valencia 4-26/27
Tonight (Tuesday, 4-26) and tomorrow, La Jolla’s beautiful La Valencia Hotel is offering their Facebook Fans an exclusive rate – $209 including valet parking. That’s a bargain you won’t want to pass up if you’re able to organize a spontaneous stay-cation or happen to already be visiting San Diego. Tomorrow’s temperature is predicted to be […]
“World’s Best” La Valencia Hotel
San Diego has some wonderful hotels, but none are better loved than La Valencia. “The Pink Lady” has been a landmark in La Jolla since 1926. For many years, I naively thought I was the only one whose heart skipped a beat at the sight of La Sala, where potted palms and traditional furnishings welcome […]
Redwood Hollow Cottages
SAN DIEGO’S SECRET LODGING: One of La Jolla’s best-kept secrets, this colony of historic cottages is perfect for families and anyone seeking that home-away-from home feel. While not on the beach, it’s just a 5-minute walk to the coast and less than 10 minutes walk to La Jolla’s myriad shops and restaurants. Two studios, 3 […]
Secret Rates at Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa
If you’ve looked through the Calendar of Spring Events below, you know that the annual Secret Garden Tour of Old La Jolla will take place on May 15. This is one of our community’s favorite events. After all, who doesn’t love snooping around private gardens that are normally hidden behind gates and walls? What I’ve […]
B&B On the Sea
April 2012 update – B&B On the Sea has been sold and is now a private residence. If you want romantic lodging with one of San Diego’s best views – you can’t do better than this historic cottage on a bluff overlooking the beach in La Jolla. In contrast to a hotel, this cozy spot offers […]
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