
La Jolla is celebrated for its intrinsic beauty with picturesque beaches and a rocky coastline that extends as far as you can see. The area is also home to fantastic shopping spots, dining destinations and world-class attractions. Our hotel is near the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld®, The University of California San Diego, the La Jolla Playhouse, the Birch Aquarium and so much more.
You’ll find scenic beaches and parks providing a true outdoor retreat, numerous spots celebrating the art and culture of the area and countless of family fun destinations. Within a short drive of the Empress Hotel, you’ll find a wide range of attractions in the greater San Diego metropolitan area.
San Diego is home to a number of world-class golf courses. Hit the links like never before as you enjoy pristine, challenging courses while soaking up the near perfect San Diego weather. We’ve made it easy to set your tee time today!
San Diego is a dynamic and interesting city and the second largest in California. Discovered in 1542 by Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, it's a city rich in Spanish, Mexican and American history and opportunities for exploration. When staying at our La Jolla hotel, you will be close to all the amazing history this beautiful city has to offer.
The beaches of San Diego County offer the visitor everything that's great about the California lifestyle. From beach volleyball to surfing, beach combing to SCUBA diving, you'll find it all within a very short distance of the Empress Hotel of La Jolla. La Jolla Cove lies within the San Diego - La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve, a protected marine environment that makes the coastal waters here popular with divers.
Our ideal location near a wealth of attractions like SeaWorld, Cabrillo National Monument, Palomar Observatory, Reuben H. Fleet Space Theater and Science Center, San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wild Animal Park means that it’s easy to enjoy the family vacation of a lifetime. All of these attractions are world-class and will make your visit to the Empress Hotel and to San Diego a memorable one.
Visit the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau for further area information and call us at 888.369.9900 for further property information or to learn more about La Jolla area attractions and entertainment.