La Jolla in Spanish means "The Jewel." It is the Jewel of America's finest city, San Diego. La Jolla is located 15 minutes from downtown San Diego.

It has wonderful beaches, cultural activities and fine restaurants. La Jolla is an exquisite combination of a southern European resort atmosphere and Southern California fun.

La Jolla - San Diego's jewel by the sea. Upscale designer boutiques, world style restaurants with a magnificent ocean views, array of art and antique galleries and beautiful beaches. Its coastlines curves into natural coves backed by verdant hillsides covered with the most beautiful custom designer homes worth millions. La Jolla is also home of Torrey Pines Golf Club situated atop cliffs towering above the Pacific Ocean and the PGA Tour hosts the annual Buick Invitational at Torrey Pines.

While La Jolla is known to be one of the most affluent communities in the United States, it has a down to earth sense due to the beautiful natural scenery and the helpfulness of its residents. Moreover, in addition to fine restaurants, beautiful beaches and art galleries, La Jolla is home to renowned institutions, such as the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the Stephen Birch Aquarium & Museum.

This is in addition to the University of California, San Diego. Furthermore, La Jolla is home to many Bio-Tech and software companies. In short, La Jolla is a great place to live in, visit, or do business.

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Address: 5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego CA, 92117 Check Rates
Hotel Chain: Days Inn
The Days Inn La Jolla / Sea World has many amenities to offer to its guests in addition to our great location, near SeaWorld, as well as being convenient to Military bases and the attractions of LaJolla. Guests will appreciate the easy freeway access this hotel offers, offering easier access to attractions, in turn. The Days Inn features a complimentary, continental breakfast served each morning. There are also several restaurants within walking distance, to choose from. More info Address: 9700 North Torrey Pines Rd, San Diego CA, 92037 Check Rates
Hotel Chain: Independent
Situated on 9.5 acres of a former equestrian estate, Estancia La Jolla is a sensory retreat where tradition, environment and design blend to renew and inspire. Highlighting the traditional California coastal rancho setting with a series of low-rise adobe structures with arched doorways, clay tile roofs, wood lintels and wrought iron, the hotel pays tribute to the rich history of this unique property. Estancia La Jolla's distinctive collection of furnishings builds on the feeling, bringing it seamlessly into the 21st century, creating a serene, comfortable retreat. More info Address: 3299 Holiday Court, San Diego CA, 92037 Check Rates
Hotel Chain: Radisson
The Radisson Hotel La Jolla offers first class resort atmosphere in San Diego's beautiful La Jolla, just 5 minutes from spectacular beaches, tide pools, famous Torrey Pines Golf Course, snorkeling and sunbathing at romantic La Jolla Cove, and shopping in La Jolla's elegant boutiques. Walk to theaters, restaurants and shopping centers. More info Address: 11480 N. Torrey Pines Rd., San Diego CA, 92037 Check Rates
Hotel Chain: Independent
The Lodge at Torrey Pines is located in La Jolla, California overlooking the Pacific Ocean, immediately adjacent to the 18th green of the Torrey Pines Golf Course. The Craftsman-style resort features 175 spacious guest rooms and suites, more than 13,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, a 9,500 square-foot full-service spa with 12 treatment rooms and a Junior Olympic-size pool trimmed in brick and surrounded by trellised cabanas. More info

Tapenade

Address: 7612 Fay Avenue, La Jolla CA , 92037 Make Reservation
Since opening in 1998, Tapenade has established itself as a La Jolla institution. Diners frequent the sophisticated establishment for acclaimed chef Jean-Michel Diot’s Provençal-style French cooking. Diot, who comes to San Diego after a successful career in Paris and New York, offers a consistently award-winning menu, while Tapenade’s welcoming atmosphere and excellent service compliment the cuisine. For an exceptional experience, Diot offers a five-course tasting menu with wine pairings, offered daily. More ...

Osteria Romantica

Address: 2151 Avenida De La Playa, San Diego CA , 92037 Make Reservation
Osteria Romantica provides a chic, casual, and relaxing atmosphere for enjoying wonderful company, cuisine, and drink. This restaurant was designed to reflect the osterias of Italy, where locals commune around fresh food and good wine; indeed, La Jolla Shores locals and visitors alike raise their glasses—and forks—to the common goal of enjoying authentic cuisine and company. As the likes of Pavarotti and other legends woo you with their crooning, Romantica’s sophisticated décor invites you into an intimate setting punctuated by nostalgic accent pieces and mementos. Similarly, the refined yet hearty menu of Italian specialties is both familiar and intriguing. The international wine list rounds out the experience nicely, encouraging all to sip, sample, and savor all that Osteria Romantica has to offer. More ...

Roppongi Restaurant & Sushi Bar

Address: 875 Prospect Street, La Jolla CA , 92037 Make Reservation
Seated among the swank décor, cool lighting and plush booths at Roppongi’s, there’s no shortage of delicious delights. A typical evening might begin with a Sake-tini and a bite from Sushi Chef’s Shinji Okano’s sushi bar like the Albacore Jalapeño Roll. Next, the Asian tapas menu offers a seemingly endless selection of small dishes as varied as traditional chicken satay and shrimp and scallop potstickers with tobiko caviar sauce. The dinner menu is equally tantalizing, filled with Chef Stephen Window’s unique “new Asian cuisine” creations. Sommelier Megan Burgess presents an extensive award-winning wine list that is as varied as Chef Window’s cuisine, and desserts like Tahitian Bananas offer a decadent conclusion. More ...

Whisknladle

Address: 1044 Wall Street, San Diego CA , 92037 Make Reservation
Whisknladle is the ultimate destination when in need of some culinary comfort. Boasting eclectic ingredients and bold flavors, patrons will be hard pressed to try only one dish. With Mediterranean comfort food that eases your mind and uplifts your spirit, Whisknladle is the place to recuperate and excite your taste buds. With inventive dishes like Charred Bone Marrow and Crispy Sweetbreads, there is plenty of variety to challenge and delight the palate. Cooking dishes that are Satisfying to the core, it is no surprise that the Chefs at Whisknladle take their ingredients very seriously. The executive chef even visits local farms daily to ensure that his kitchen has the freshest produce available. Located in gorgeous La Jolla, the rustic décor and laid back atmosphere makes Whisknladle stand apart from the mundane dining experience. Quality ingredients, friendly service, and great atmosphere- who could ask for more! More ...