7830 Fay Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037
Tel. 800/526-4545, 858/459-4461
Fax. 858/456-2578
www.bestwestern.com/innbythesea
Update ListingThe Best Western (and the more formal Empress, a block away) offers a terrific alternative to pricier digs nearby. Occupying an enviable location at the heart of La Jolla's charming village, this independently managed property puts guests just a short walk from the cliffs and beach. The low-rise tops out at five stories, with the upper floors enjoying ocean views (and the highest room rates). Rooms here are Best Western standard issue -- freshly maintained, but nothing spe...
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Price Range: $159-$239 double; from $219 suite. Rates include continental breakfast
Facilities: Outdoor heated pool; car-rental desk; coin-op laundry and laundry service; dry cleaning
Parking: Parking $12
Transportation: Bus: 30. Take Torrey Pines Rd. to Prospect Place and turn right. Prospect Place becomes Prospect St.; proceed to Fay Ave. and turn left
Payment: AmEx, Debit, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Bargain in a great location
Posted by Leslie from Los Angeles, CA on February 23, 2007
In an area filled with expensive hotels, this best western is a very modest yet acceptable alternative. the rooms are fine, though not at all luxe (synthetic pillow and linens). but the location can't be beat--it's right in the heart of la jolla, and you can walk to everything--which is great in this town because parking is difficult. we could even see the ocean from our balcony.