Best hotels in University City (San Diego)
The Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla hotel is an all-suite, full service hotel located in an upscale area known as University Towne Centre in San Diego, California. Conveniently situated between Interstate 5 and Highway 805, it's an easy drive to San Diego's major tourist attractions such as: The San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego, Balboa Park, The Gaslamp District, Home of the San Diego Chargers, Torrey Pines Golf Course. The gorgeous California beaches of La Jolla, Del Mar, Mission Bay, and Coronado are just minutes away from the Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla hotel. This San Diego, CA hotel features 340 spacious two-room suites that have just been 100% refurbished and they're fabulous! With separate bedroom and living room, and standard amenities including a wet bar, coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator, you'll enjoy all the comforts of home. New upgrades include Zen-inspired bedding, a 32" LCD television, granite topped accent tables, MP3 player/clock radio, and functional workspace with ergonomic desk chair. Wireless and hardwired high-speed Internet access is also available throughout the hotel. This San Diego hotel offers a wide array of vacation packages for all our Embassy Suites guests. Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla hotel is just minutes from the beautiful seaside village of La Jolla. There you'll discover boutique lined streets, art galleries, and fine dining perched atop jagged cliffs. And La Jolla's beaches make for the most romantic sunset viewing! Check out our romance package. Start your day at this San Diego hotel with a complimentary full cooked-to-order breakfast featuring a "create your own omelet" bar. Served in our sunny, 12-story tropical atrium, it's an inviting atmosphere with lush plants, a koi pond and waterfalls. Join us every evening from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at our complimentary Manager's Reception.relax, enjoy a cocktail.and contemplate "what's for dinner". There's our new "Indulge Restaurant and Lounge" offering American cuisine.or choose from a dozen other restaurants within walking distance. Whether you're in the mood for a casual meal or the best fine dining San Diego has to offer, you'll find it just steps from the Embassy Suites. The Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla concierge can suggest personalized itineraries to help you make the most of your visit to the Beautiful City of San Diego - known for its abundant sunshine and healthy attitude. Experience San Diego at this amazing California Hotel like a ''native''! We'll help you plan a glorious day that may include: Sea kayaking, Docent led hikes among rare Torrey Pines, Biking along the beach, Hiking canyons, Surfing, Hang gliding. If shopping is your idea of enjoying the fresh air, Westfield Shopping Town UTC, a lovely outdoor mall with over 160 shopping destinations, is directly across the street. The Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla is not only ideal for family vacations but can also transform your California business trip into pleasure! Our 3,200 square feet of meeting space is comprised of five comfortable, functional meeting rooms that ensure productive meetings and memorable banquets. Our friendly catering staff will walk you through every step to create the perfect event.
Overall 8.9 Excellent
Based on 2,113 reviews
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Good
6.7
Pros: The breakfast was really good. Our room was spacious. The facility was nice overall.
Excellent
8.3
Pros: Food was fine.
Excellent
8.8
Pros: The hotel in general, the clean and comfortable room, the staff very gentle, the breakfast
Excellent
9.2
Pros: The breakfast was excellent and the staff at the tables very friendly
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Room comfortable and clean. Staff was so helpful.
Excellent
10.0
Pros: I love the customer service and how friendly everyone is
Excellent
10.0
Pros: The staff is great.
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Inlets were great all goo
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Breakfast!
Excellent
8.3
Pros: NA
Excellent
9.2
Pros: Breakfast was great
Good
6.2
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Overall 8.9 Excellent
Based on 2,113 reviews
Breakfast
9.4
Bar
9.4
Food
8.9
Service
8.6
Room
8.0
Location
8.0
Value
6.8
WiFi
6.5
Breakfast
9.7
Bar
9.5
Service
8.9
Food
8.6
Location
7.9
Room
7.4
Value
6.1
Breakfast
9.5
Bar
9.3
Service
8.6
Location
7.4
Room
7.3
Value
6.5
Service
8.4
Location
8.3
6.7 Good
Pros: The breakfast was really good. Our room was spacious. The facility was nice overall.
Cons: The parking structure was way too narrow. It was hard to maneuver in the lot. Major inconvenience.
8.3 Excellent
Pros: Food was fine.
Cons: Sofa bed springs were very uncomfortable to the point of minor injury. Service to get pancakes was very slow.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: The hotel in general, the clean and comfortable room, the staff very gentle, the breakfast
Cons: Norhing
9.2 Excellent
Pros: The breakfast was excellent and the staff at the tables very friendly
Cons: The $35.00 for the parking space I just think it's too expensive
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Room comfortable and clean. Staff was so helpful.
Cons: Nothing
10.0 Excellent
Pros: I love the customer service and how friendly everyone is
Cons: A better view
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The staff is great.
Cons: I chose the wrong location. All of our activities were downtown. This location was great for children. We did a lot of driving back and forth but the stay was nice.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Inlets were great all goo
Cons: All good
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Breakfast!
Cons: A bit expensive
8.3 Excellent
Pros: NA
Cons: The hold that is placed on ( money / card ), was unexpected. Also the cost to park ( daily ).
9.2 Excellent
Pros: Breakfast was great
Cons: Bathtub could of been cleaner
6.2 Good
Pros:
Cons: The cleaning staff started they vacuuming right outside of the rooms at 5am. Also, none of the promises that were made to me in terms of service were taken care of. They lied to appease me and then no follow thru.
The Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla hotel is an all-suite, full service hotel located in an upscale area known as University Towne Centre in San Diego, California. Conveniently situated between Interstate 5 and Highway 805, it's an easy drive to San Diego's major tourist attractions such as: The San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego, Balboa Park, The Gaslamp District, Home of the San Diego Chargers, Torrey Pines Golf Course. The gorgeous California beaches of La Jolla, Del Mar, Mission Bay, and Coronado are just minutes away from the Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla hotel. This San Diego, CA hotel features 340 spacious two-room suites that have just been 100% refurbished and they're fabulous! With separate bedroom and living room, and standard amenities including a wet bar, coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator, you'll enjoy all the comforts of home. New upgrades include Zen-inspired bedding, a 32" LCD television, granite topped accent tables, MP3 player/clock radio, and functional workspace with ergonomic desk chair. Wireless and hardwired high-speed Internet access is also available throughout the hotel. This San Diego hotel offers a wide array of vacation packages for all our Embassy Suites guests. Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla hotel is just minutes from the beautiful seaside village of La Jolla. There you'll discover boutique lined streets, art galleries, and fine dining perched atop jagged cliffs. And La Jolla's beaches make for the most romantic sunset viewing! Check out our romance package. Start your day at this San Diego hotel with a complimentary full cooked-to-order breakfast featuring a "create your own omelet" bar. Served in our sunny, 12-story tropical atrium, it's an inviting atmosphere with lush plants, a koi pond and waterfalls. Join us every evening from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at our complimentary Manager's Reception.relax, enjoy a cocktail.and contemplate "what's for dinner". There's our new "Indulge Restaurant and Lounge" offering American cuisine.or choose from a dozen other restaurants within walking distance. Whether you're in the mood for a casual meal or the best fine dining San Diego has to offer, you'll find it just steps from the Embassy Suites. The Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla concierge can suggest personalized itineraries to help you make the most of your visit to the Beautiful City of San Diego - known for its abundant sunshine and healthy attitude. Experience San Diego at this amazing California Hotel like a ''native''! We'll help you plan a glorious day that may include: Sea kayaking, Docent led hikes among rare Torrey Pines, Biking along the beach, Hiking canyons, Surfing, Hang gliding. If shopping is your idea of enjoying the fresh air, Westfield Shopping Town UTC, a lovely outdoor mall with over 160 shopping destinations, is directly across the street. The Embassy Suites San Diego - La Jolla is not only ideal for family vacations but can also transform your California business trip into pleasure! Our 3,200 square feet of meeting space is comprised of five comfortable, functional meeting rooms that ensure productive meetings and memorable banquets. Our friendly catering staff will walk you through every step to create the perfect event.
High speed wireless internet in all guestrooms & throughout the property; extensive Fitness Club & Spa, year round heated Junior Olympic swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, six restaurants, daily newspapers, Starbucks coffee selections, elegant, up-scale decor.
Overall 8.6 Excellent
Based on 2,785 reviews
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Excellent
10.0
Pros: Beautiful pool area with games for kids, bar area, and even outside movie night!
Good
6.7
Pros: Breakfast was very good. Staff members were very helpful and responsive
Okay
5.0
Excellent
9.6
Pros: Very comforting staff. I was there for my sons brain surgery. The valet were quick.
Excellent
8.8
Pros: Cleanliness location
Excellent
9.6
Excellent
8.8
Pros: The hotel is very predictable like all Hyatt hotels with a nice pool and bar area. Staff were friendly and fairly efficient.
Excellent
9.6
Pros: This was a return visit for us. The hotel itself is stunning. The pool is beautiful, and the food is magnificent. The staff were very helpful and courteous. If you’re willing to trade ‘60s kitsch found in hotels nearer to the shore for more luxurious modern accommodations, this is a great choice. It’s a short drive to LJ Cove as well as all the beaches.
Excellent
10.0
Pros: The bed was wonderfully comfortable and room service was quick and delicious.
Good
7.5
Pros: Clean and comfy
Excellent
8.3
Okay
5.0
Pros: Location
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Overall 8.6 Excellent
Based on 2,785 reviews
Bar
9.7
Pool
8.8
Service
8.7
WiFi
8.2
Location
7.8
Breakfast
6.9
Room
6.8
Cleanliness
6.3
Value
4.0
Pool
8.9
Service
8.3
Location
8.0
Room
6.6
Cleanliness
5.4
Value
4.5
Service
8.8
Location
8.0
Comfort
6.5
Room
6.4
Value
3.6
Service
8.6
Location
7.5
Room
5.9
Location
7.8
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Beautiful pool area with games for kids, bar area, and even outside movie night!
Cons: I would not change a thing.
6.7 Good
Pros: Breakfast was very good. Staff members were very helpful and responsive
Cons: The flooding shower, stained carpet, and could use some more storage/ hooks for convenience. Also malfunction of the elevator door, which started closing on my 11 year old brother and got him stuck right in the middle. We tried to open it up. It was very scary
5.0 Okay
Pros:
Cons: We arrived close to midnight and there was a long line for check in and only one agent working. Took almost 30 minutes to get checked in and then we were given a handicap accessible room with a roll in shower. Terrible. Bathroom felt like a hostel.
9.6 Excellent
Pros: Very comforting staff. I was there for my sons brain surgery. The valet were quick.
Cons: Room was very noisy as though someone was doing construction in the wall behind us or on the room above us. Consistent scraping and pounding.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: Cleanliness location
Cons: Price
9.6 Excellent
Pros:
Cons: Room 1128 had a moldy/musty smell.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: The hotel is very predictable like all Hyatt hotels with a nice pool and bar area. Staff were friendly and fairly efficient.
Cons: The place is soul less. They seem to cater to the corporate/wedding business rather than individual travelers. We asked for a fridge ahead of our stay, but we had to ask again when we checked in. A battered fridge was delivered that evening. How many $200/night hotels don’t provide a fridge in all rooms? The bar at the pool wasn’t open during our stay which was disappointing.
9.6 Excellent
Pros: This was a return visit for us. The hotel itself is stunning. The pool is beautiful, and the food is magnificent. The staff were very helpful and courteous. If you’re willing to trade ‘60s kitsch found in hotels nearer to the shore for more luxurious modern accommodations, this is a great choice. It’s a short drive to LJ Cove as well as all the beaches.
Cons: Tub drain clogged but easily remedied.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The bed was wonderfully comfortable and room service was quick and delicious.
Cons: The shower handle was broken. I was able to use the shower but it took longer to adjust it. I felt that the cleaning staff should've been aware of it and requested a fix before the next guest. Room #708
7.5 Good
Pros: Clean and comfy
Cons: None
8.3 Excellent
Pros:
Cons: Pet fee wasn't communicated prior to stay
5.0 Okay
Pros: Location
Cons: Very sterile and unwelcoming. Wanted to charge $35 for early check in or $20 a night to upgrade to a higher floor. Not very welcoming.
High speed wireless internet in all guestrooms & throughout the property; extensive Fitness Club & Spa, year round heated Junior Olympic swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, six restaurants, daily newspapers, Starbucks coffee selections, elegant, up-scale decor.
Surround yourself with modern comforts at San Diego Marriott La Jolla. Our stylish hotel positions you near dazzling destinations including La Jolla Shores, Birch Aquarium, the University of California, San Diego and Westfield UTC shopping mall. When you're ready to retire from adventure, settle into our spacious rooms and suites. We provide complimentary Wi-Fi, luxurious bedding and flat-panel TVs for your maximum relaxation. Elevate your travels when you upgrade to our concierge-level accommodations providing exclusive access to our lounge. Worked up an appetite? Start your morning with a delicious breakfast at Fresh. For lunch and dinner, dine at Amuse featuring flavorful California cuisine and a bar. If you need to host an event, utilize our 25 venues, catering team and AV equipment for your business meeting or wedding reception. During spare moments, enjoy a heart-pumping workout at our outdoor pool and fitness center. Whatever fills your stay, there's no shortage of fun at San Diego Marriott La Jolla.
Overall 8.5 Excellent
Based on 1,410 reviews
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Good
7.5
Pros: The building itself was nice, but the luxury things that you usually expect from the Marriott did not meet my expectations. For example we ordered room service and they just hand it to you in bag. Nothing nice. Food was good but the experience itself was just okay.
Excellent
10.0
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Clean, friendly staff and decent room.
Good
6.7
Pros: The housekeepers did an amazing job and the bartender was very friendly with great recommendation
Poor
1.0
Pros: The location was convenient.
Good
6.7
Pros: Good location
Okay
5.0
Pros: Lobby. Staff was very nice
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Loved the hotel outside bar area
Poor
1.0
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Clean & location
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Location was perfect and all amenities were great
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Location, clean, good service!!
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Overall 8.5 Excellent
Based on 1,410 reviews
Cleanliness
9.4
Service
8.7
Location
7.7
Room
7.6
Beach
7.1
WiFi
6.8
Breakfast
6.7
Comfort
5.3
Value
4.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Bar
8.6
Service
8.6
Location
8.2
Room
7.1
Breakfast
7.0
Comfort
5.3
Value
5.3
Service
8.2
Location
8.0
Room
6.8
Service
8.7
Location
7.6
Room
7.2
Comfort
5.3
Value
4.2
7.5 Good
Pros: The building itself was nice, but the luxury things that you usually expect from the Marriott did not meet my expectations. For example we ordered room service and they just hand it to you in bag. Nothing nice. Food was good but the experience itself was just okay.
Cons: Room service quality. Answering the phone quicker.
10.0 Excellent
Pros:
Cons: Charges for wifi
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean, friendly staff and decent room.
Cons: $30 parking fee
6.7 Good
Pros: The housekeepers did an amazing job and the bartender was very friendly with great recommendation
Cons: There was major construction alongside the hotel which made parking difficult. The parking was $32/day which wasn’t communicated to us. The man who worked the parking structure booth was rude. The pool was very small, shallow and cold which was suppose to keep the kids busy.
1.0 Poor
Pros: The location was convenient.
Cons: Unfortunately, we experienced a very small theft of personal items from the room during the evening turn down service. The hotel's response was that the housekeeper "said she did not take it". It was a very strange response and only frustrated us more.
6.7 Good
Pros: Good location
Cons: The beds were not comfortable
5.0 Okay
Pros: Lobby. Staff was very nice
Cons: The bed was uncomfortable and small, the bathroom was tiny. Couldn't open bathroom door if someone was standing at the sink. Pool small with no jacuzzi.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Loved the hotel outside bar area
Cons: Nope
1.0 Poor
Pros:
Cons: 50.1 dollars extra charge. For parking and
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean & location
Cons: I wasn't told there was a charge to park my car.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Location was perfect and all amenities were great
Cons:
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Location, clean, good service!!
Cons: Very poor service at Restaurant, no one around ,to pay had to go inside the kitchen to find somebody . Food terrible, nothing compare to room n hotel service!! Order veggie omelette n was overvooked, Chilakiles an insult to Mexico’s cousine !!
Surround yourself with modern comforts at San Diego Marriott La Jolla. Our stylish hotel positions you near dazzling destinations including La Jolla Shores, Birch Aquarium, the University of California, San Diego and Westfield UTC shopping mall. When you're ready to retire from adventure, settle into our spacious rooms and suites. We provide complimentary Wi-Fi, luxurious bedding and flat-panel TVs for your maximum relaxation. Elevate your travels when you upgrade to our concierge-level accommodations providing exclusive access to our lounge. Worked up an appetite? Start your morning with a delicious breakfast at Fresh. For lunch and dinner, dine at Amuse featuring flavorful California cuisine and a bar. If you need to host an event, utilize our 25 venues, catering team and AV equipment for your business meeting or wedding reception. During spare moments, enjoy a heart-pumping workout at our outdoor pool and fitness center. Whatever fills your stay, there's no shortage of fun at San Diego Marriott La Jolla.
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