Embassy Suites Hotel San Diego La Jolla

Pros: Clean, not crowded on weekends, all suites
Cons: Not close to the beach, extra charge for parking

Location
Embassy Suites Monterey Bay is located about two miles east of the beach in the business district of the town of La Jolla. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the hotel from the San Diego airport. From the hotel, you can get...

Pros: Location, room set up, breakfast
Cons: Parking charge (though it was waived for me)

I stayed at this property for one night when on my way to pick up my daughter from her 3 week summer school class at UCSD. When dropping her off, we stayed at the Residence Inn (I also reviewed that), and decided I wanted something better for the return ...

Pros: Central location, close to many restaurants and public transportation. About One mile from UCSD.
Cons: Too far from beach. Unparented kids overran hotel.

My husband and I stayed in this hotel over a one-week period in late February 2008, spanning one weekend. Although it said on the website that portions of the hotel were under construction, they did not disclose that the hotel restaurant was closed ...

Pros: Fair price, good layout for families with kids.
Cons: Pricey parking, poorly-conceived & chaotic breakfast setup.

The Embassy Suites La Jolla offers a solid option for families doing the typical San Diego vacation (Zoo, Balboa Park, SeaWorld, LegoLand, etc). In addition to wanting a suite vs. a hotel room, I was attracted to Embassy Suites by the complimentary ...

Pros: The only pro is the location!
Cons: It is overpriced for what you get.

We have stayed at numerous Embassy Suites in many cities and this one is just horrible. The rooms are so small that when you are in the other room (living room) it is just like you are in the same room. Our sink in our bathroom was plugged up with some...

Pros: Clean and roomy with good amenities. Near UCAL San Diego.
Cons: Not located in La Jolla proper (about 15 minutes from the town.) A bit pricey.

This is a typical Embassy Suites hotel with a large atrium and suite-style rooms. The suites have two rooms: one with the bed(s) and the second with an eating area and a mini-fridge and microwave. This hotel also has an indoor pool and spa. Our room...