Empress Hotel

Located in the heart of the charming La Jolla village,the Empress Hotel is an enchanted palace located

just four miles north of Mission Bay. Adding a little bit more beauty to the already amazing San

Diego, this hotel is very popular for tourists.

 

Known for its warm hospitality, the Empress Hotel has superior accommodations and very attentive

service. This superior hotel is a great place to relax and enjoy everything that San Diego has to

offer you and your family.

 

 

La Jolla is an upscale coastal resort that sets amist beautiful cliffs and coves. La Jolla offers plenty of shops, fine dining, distinctive galleries, and amazing beaches. By staying at the Empress Hotel you'll be captivated with the area and amazed time and time again.

 

Luxury

If your looking for luxurious accommodations, the Empress Hotel has them. Accommodations here

include either one king or two queen beds, available in several room types, including traditional,

deluxe, empress, and even the empress spa suite.

 

All rooms at the Empress Hotel feature:

- Cable television

- A refrigerator

- Coffee maker and bottled water

- Free local calls and faxing

- Voicemail and data ports

- Private bath with hairdryer and bathrobes

- Iron and ironing board

 

Services and amenities

The Empress Hotel offers superior service, such as valet parking, courteous room service, and other

amentities.

 

The complimentary deluxe continental breakfast here includes fresh Starbucks coffee, served on the sun

deck every morning. The Manhattan restaurant is right around the corner as well, offering some excellent fine dining.

 

The hotel also offers an exercise center, spa, and sauna so that guests can pamper themselves. They

can also refer you to local spas and other things nearby that you may be interested in.

 

For those on a working vacation, the Empress Hotel offers complimentary Internet access on two

floors. Private meetings and conferences can be held in one of the two meeting rooms, available

for groups of up to 50 people. Both meeting rooms are equipped with high speed internet access.

 

If your going to be staying in the La Jolla area, the Empress Hotel is one the best hotels in the

area. The hotel is in a great location, minutes away from some of the biggest attractions that San Diego has to offer.

 

You can visit Sea World, the Birch Aquarium, and many other popular tourist attractions. Best of all, you can come back to your relaxing hotel after a day of checking out La Jolla and San Diego and just relax - the way things were always meant to be on vacation.

Children's Pool

Also known as the Casa, the Children's Pool is a small beach partially protected by a sea wall.

The original intention here was to create a fully protected swimming area, although sand has now

filled in much of the area that exists to the inside of the wall.

 

This is a very beautiful beach, offering several panoramic views. Almost all year long, seals and sea lions are present on or near the beach, with a reserve for these marine mammals, known as Seal Rock being just a bit offshore.

 

The Children's Pool is within a short walking distance of the commercial area of the community

of La Jolla. You can find grassy park areas a short distance to the north and south. Several small beaches are nearby as well, including Wipeout Beach to the south and Shell Beach to the north. Children's Pool is also a popular beach for scuba divers because of the reefs just offshore. These very same reefs can help create very strong currents and other hazards, especially in high surf conditions.

 

Lifeguard protection

Lifeguards are staffed daily throughout the year. In the summer, lifeguard hours are normally 9 AM

until dark. During other times of the year, lifeguards may not begin duty until 10 AM.

 

Directions

From the north, take I-5 to La Jolla Village Drive, westbound. At the signalized intersection,

turn left onto Torrey Pines Road. Follow this road to Prospect Street and turn right. Be on

the lookout for signs and bear right onto Coast Boulevard.

 

From the south, take I-5 north to La Jolla Parkway. Continue following it as it will become

Torrey Pines Road. Follow this road to Prospect Street and take a right. Watch for the signs then

take a right on Coast Boulevard.

 

Parking

At La Jolla Cove, there is a very limited amount of on street parking. Onstreet parking can be

very hard to find, especially in the summer. It's limited to three hours at a time on weekdays,

although there is no limit on weekends.

 

You should always check the signs for any types of parking restrictions. Paid parking is also

available in downtown La Jolla at several locations and it's also a short walk from the beach.

 

For a great day of fun, scuba diving, or just enjoying the water, the Children's Pool in La Jolla is a great place to go. You should always try to get here early, as it can get very crowded in the summer. Once you get here, you'll find yourself completely amazed with what the Pool will offer you and your family.

Black's Beach

Black's Beach is a two mile long, sandy strip of beach located at the base of the majestic cliffs that can be up to 300 foot high. Formally known as Torrey Pines City Beach, it's jointly owned by the City of San Diego and the State of California.

 

There is also a glider port atop the cliff that overlooks the beach where hang gliders and even remote control gliders can be seen soaring. Gaining access to Black's Beach isn't easy dueto the high cliffs and lack of stairways. The safest access is from the adjacent beaches to the north and south, although this way may be obstructed by high tides or surf.

 

The cliffs here are unstable as well, and slides can occur anytime, so it's always best to stay away from them. There's no permanent lifeguard station at this beach either. There are some on duty mid day from Spring Break through the end of the October.

 

Keep in mind, most California beaches experience very strong rip currents. Black's Beach is no exception, as the rip currents can get very strong here. To be on the safe side, always swim near shore or near a lifeguard.

 

The water activity at Black's Beach is virtually unregulated. Surfers and swimmers may mix, but they are all required to employ care and avoiding hurting each other.

 

Black's Beach is also an excellent beach for surfing, especially at the south end. Scuba diving isn't recommended here, due to access problems and surf conditions.

 

Even though access can be hard, Black's Beach is still an excellent beach. It offers plenty of seclusion, views, and sand for the kids. If you've never been here, this beach can easily prove to be one of your favorites in the entire area of San Diego.

Best Hotels In La Jolla

If you've ever been to La Jolla, you are probablyaware of the fact that finding a hotel can be a pretty tough task indeed. To help you with your quest, you'll find some of the best hotels in La Jolla. This way, you'll be well prepared when you visit again.

 

1. Travelodge La Jolla Beach

Located close to the Windandsea Beach, this hotel is in a quiet area. There are 44 rooms here, with a  fitness center less than a block away. Travelodge also offers free wireless and internet service, which is great for those who like computers.

 

2. Radisson Hotel La Jolla

This hotel offers landscaped grounds with waterfalls, gardens, and it's convenient to UCSD and the La Jolla Village Square. The hotel has 252 rooms, with a complimentary airport shuttle. Located at 3299 Holiday Court, this hotel is an excellent choice to stay.

 

3. La Jolla Village Lodge

The La Jolla Village Lodge is a three stories, and offers quite a bargain in price. With 30 rooms, free parking and a free continental breakfast, the La Jolla Village Lodge is a great addition to the La Jolla area.

 

4. Redwood Hollow

The Redwood Hollow is more of a studio or one and two bedroom cottages, offering full kitchens on 1/2 acre of gardens. Close to the beach, this lodge offers 11 rooms and plenty of views. Located at 256 rospect Street, you'll be close to what you want to do in La Jolla.

 

5. Empress Hotel

Located in the heart of the town, the Empress Hotel is a well known local favorite. Manhattan's restaurant is located off from the lobby, with a fitness center and sauna onsite as well. The hotel also offers 73 ooms, free local calls, breakfast,and high speed internet. Located at 7766 Fay Avenue, the Empress Hotel is the place to be for those who want to be in the middle of La Jolla.

 

6. Grande Colonial

Located on La Jolla's main street, the Grande Colonial is one of the oldest hotels in the city. With 75 rooms and a European style, Grande Colonial also offers you free ADSL internet and valet parking.

 

7. Hyatt Regency

The Hyatt Regency in La Jolla offers modern design with all the comforts, although it's better for travelers than family vacationers. The Regency is located at 3777 La Jolla Village Drive, offers 394 rooms, and lenty of other perks to keep youentertained and interested.

All About La Jolla

 

 

Attracting tourists from all over the world, La Jolla's community is one that combines trends with

traditional class. Located 12 miles north from downtown San Diego, this highly prosperous

community offers seven miles of coastline at an elevation of 110 feet. The land here is so desired

that it's impossible to find property in La Jolla for less than 1.25 million an acre!

 

The lucky 38,000 plus who live in this heavenly seaside town live among Mediterranean style architecture with a unique flair. From the crashing waves along the shore to the high rise buildings  in the business district, you can expect everything in La Jolla to be first rate quality.

 

Business district

Even though La Jolla is mostly known for its incredible shoreline, the city's business district is hardly modest to say the least. Located to the east in La Jolla, there are professional centers,

financial buildings, law firms, and technological industries that dominate this district.

 

There are also modern shopping centers here as well,along with a wealthy residential area. The

world renowned Scripps Memorial Hospital & Medical Research Center is here as well as the San Diego

Mormon Temple - a remarkable 59,000 square foot building that resembles a large ice sculpture.

 

The Village

The downtown area of La Jolla offers shops, hotels,boutiques, restaurants, coffee houses, salons,

and art galleries. Even though this area is rather small, the district is full of trendy

establishments that draw wealthy visitors from all over the world.

 

Girad Avenue is the main street of La Jolla, even though Prospect Drive is known as "Rodeo Drive" in

San Diego.

 

Shoreline

Although the business area and La Jolla Village are both impressive communities, the most memorable

region in La Jolla is the areas and communities along the Pacific shoreline.

 

La Jolla offers some of the most impressive shore lines in Southern California, with remarkable

caves, cliffs, beaches, and sunsets. The best view of La Jolla can be seen from the air. Daring

visitors can take in La Jolla via the Torrey Pines Gliderport and learn flying. If you seek a more

tame view of the coastline, try the scenic drive along North Torrey Pines Road.

 

All along the coastline, La Jolla offers you a first rate shopping district. You can visit

jewelry stores, art galleries, souvenir shops, and fashionable boutiques. Once you have been

shopping, you can complete the day by dining above the water of the Pacific.

 

From the art galleries and trendy shops to the world class golf courses, La Jolla has attractions

to please tourists from all over the world. Each district is unique, yet they are all similiar when

it comes to quality. You won't find anything short of the best when you visit the best Southern

California has to offer.