RESIDENCE INN SAN DIEGO LA JOLLA, San Diego

The hotel sits in a quiet area near the I-5, making downtown San Diego, the San Diego Zoo (20-minute drive), SeaWorld (16 km), and Legoland (35 km) easily reachable by car. UCSD is walkable (less than 2 km), though the campus itself is large, so a vehicle is recommended. A trolley stop is a short walk away for car-free travel. Nearby dining includes Musashi's and a International Market & Grill (0.5 km), with additional options in La Jolla village. Parking on site costs $30 per day, and spaces can be tight at night, but overflow parking is available.

All suites feature a private entrance, air conditioning, a dining area, flat-screen TV with streaming services, and free Wi-Fi. Studio suites sleep up to 4 with 2 beds; Family Suites accommodate up to 7 with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and loft-style sleeping; Executive Suites sleep up to 5 with 2 bathrooms. The upstairs bedroom in Family and Executive Suites is a loft without a door, while downstairs bedrooms have French doors. Rooms have carpeted floors, and no balconies or private patios are available. The property is from the 1980s and shows some aging, but rooms are generally clean and spacious, with comfortable beds and good storage. Some units may have an older smell; those sensitive to this may prefer a room away from parking or on the second floor.

The daily breakfast buffet includes hot items like eggs, potatoes, sausage, plus cereals, pastries, fruit, oatmeal, and specialty options such as rice and kimchi. On Monday through Thursday, the hotel hosts a free evening reception with beverages and light snacks. A 24-hour market and snack bar on site sell drinks, snacks, and forgotten items. There is no restaurant on the property; guests can use the full kitchen in their suite to prepare meals. Coffee and tea are available around the clock from the reception area.

The outdoor pool is open daily from 08:00 to 22:00, heated to 80-29 °C, and surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. A fenced pool area and baby safety gates are provided. The free hot tub/jacuzzi is open the same hours. The fitness centre is well-equipped for a hotel gym. A spa and wellness centre is also available. The property has a large lawn and picnic area with BBQ facilities.

Check-in is available 24/7 with express check-in/out. The business centre includes free fax/photocopying and a meeting room for a fee. Daily housekeeping is provided; laundry and dry cleaning are available for an additional charge. On-site washers and dryers are located in a laundry room. The 24-hour market sells essentials. An electric vehicle charging station is on-site. The property is wheelchair accessible with adapted bathrooms, and ADA-compliant suites are available. All suites are pet-friendly with a one-time fee. A safety deposit box is free of charge. No airport shuttle is offered.