“An historic building that's been beautifully renovated keeping the hotel's original grandeur but now with modern luxuries. Spacious rooms feature large sash windows (most have sea views) and marble bathrooms. The farm-to-table Californian restaurant is a destination in its own right. A smart stay.”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Set in one of San Diego's smartest neighbourhoods (right on the seafront), surrounded by chic boutiques and high-end restaurants
  • Wildlife Area

    • La Jolla Cove and Seal Rock are minutes away and are the best places to spot seals and sea lions
  • Museums

    • View the works at the Museum of Contemporary Art or the Images of Nature Gallery
  • Designer Shopping

    • The Village of La Jolla is packed full of upscale boutiques
  • Other Activities

    • San Diego Zoo is a fun place to spend an afternoon
  • Traditional

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Charming

  • Contemporary

  • Restaurant

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Historic

  • Sea Views

  • On the beach

Facilities

  • Rooms

    93 rooms in this hotel
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor pool
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • No pets

  • Meeting Room

  • Bar

  • Wifi

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

  • Suites

  • Disabled access

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Restaurant

Activities

  • Wildlife Area

    • La Jolla Cove and Seal Rock are minutes away and are the best places to spot seals and sea lions
  • Museums

    • View the works at the Museum of Contemporary Art or the Images of Nature Gallery
  • Designer Shopping

    • The Village of La Jolla is packed full of upscale boutiques
  • Other Activities

    • San Diego Zoo is a fun place to spend an afternoon

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Grande Colonial

This charming seaside hotel, one block from pretty La Jolla Cove and dating back to 1913, sits in the heart of one of San Diego’s smartest neighbourhoods. Combining historic grandeur with luxurious modern comfort, and having recently undergone an extensive revamp, it’s a prime spot to explore the charm of La Jolla.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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