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Grande Colonial Hotel

Grande Colonial Hotel
Grande Colonial Hotel – La Jolla, CA
Grande Colonial Hotel – La Jolla, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Grande Colonial Hotel

Just a 5-minute walk from the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, this eco-friendly 4-star hotel offers a fine-dining restaurant and a large outdoor pool. The spacious guest rooms offer flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. An iPod dock and a work desk are provided in each room at Grande Colonial La Jolla. Rooms are traditionally styled with gold and green color accents; they include luxury bathrobes and bath amenities. Free bottled water is available. This hotel offers free access to a digital news service (PressReader), a business center, and a variety of meeting facilities for guest convenience. Valet parking and dry cleaning services are also available. Grande Colonial is a 20-minute drive from SeaWorld San Diego and the San Diego Zoo. San Diego International Airport is 13 mi away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe
  • EV charging

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Excellent 1007 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This hotel was grand indeed! Best location in La Jolla. Beautiful grounds and pool area. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I dislike parking valet because I don’t like having to wait, but they were so quick and efficient. The upholstery and rugs could use a deep clean but I would stay here with pleasure over and over again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We had a great time & enjoyed our stay. The breakfast at nine-ten restaurant was delicious & great service. Thank you for a pleasant stay.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great room with a small balcony which was great. Great trip!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    All

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We enjoyed our stay at the Colonial. From valet at check in to valet at check out everyone was very helpful. E-bikes for an hour included. Coffee in the mornings provided. Rooms were comfortable and beds were great. Minibar snacks and soft drinks included and refreshed when requested. Housekeeping and grounds keepers friendly. Restaurant was delish for dinner and half price wine bottles on Wednesdays curated by sommelier Chris was a real pleasure. Pool was great. (A hot tub would make it better). Great central location. Would stay here again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Items of complain: (1) My shower didn't work well, (2) toilet bad positikned in the bathroom, very close to the wall, (3) trucks making hotel service making loud noise before 7-am

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    All perfect

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The complimentary bottled water and snacks in the room were a thoughtful touch and much appreciated after a day out. The standout members of the staff was housekeeping, they were friendly, attentive, and consistently provided exceptional service. Unfortunately, the front desk, management, and valet experience didn’t match that same level of hospitality. While they were professional, they didn’t seem particularly warm or eager to welcome guests, which was disappointing given the hotel’s reputation and price point. A more personable and engaging approach at check-in and with valet service would make a strong first impression and better reflect the quality of the property. Overall, I would recommend the Grande Colonial for its location and comfortable accommodations. If guest-facing staff and valet offered a more welcoming experience, this hotel would be exceptional.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We had an ocean view room which was amazing! The best part was that the windows opened so we were not only able to take in the beautiful view but also the sea breeze. I would definitely stay again!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The whole experience for me staying at that hotel was wonderful! I was so relaxed and rested by the time I left. TheMichilien distinguished restaurant meal was the best of a lifetime. We plan to go back for our anniversary!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location and great walkable

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location. Loved the ocean view room!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Room was clean and staff very helpful.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    What a beautiful property, we were pleasantly surprised on the perfect location, helpful and friendly staff and uber clean and upgraded room. We will be back

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The photos and descriptions on line were spot on. I looked at several hotels in the area and was extremely happy with my decision. The hotel is centrally located, within walking distance of all the great restaurants on the area. We had a very nice, clean and upgraded room with a view of the ocean. This is our new go to hotel in La Jolla

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    A beautiful hotel in the center of lovely La Jolla. Rooms were comfortably sized and bed very comfy. Valet was generally excellent though there was one time we really needed the car quickly and I could not find the valet for 10-15 mins.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Valet parking is free. Small hotel feeling. Views of ocean. Five minute walk to beach. Great location on downtown La Jolla. Water and snacks in room are free. Shower water is hot almost instantly. About half the price, and as good, as nearby more famous La Valencia Hotel.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great, classical hotel if you wanna be in the heart of La Jolla for shops, dinners, and walking down to the ocean. Staff was helpful and friendly grounds were well-maintained. Personally I like to be outside of the hustle a little more but that’s just my taste.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

Frequently asked questions about Grande Colonial Hotel

Does Grande Colonial Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Grande Colonial Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Grande Colonial Hotel offer parking?
Yes, Grande Colonial Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does Grande Colonial Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Grande Colonial Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Grande Colonial Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, Grande Colonial Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Grande Colonial Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
Grande Colonial Hotel is located at 910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037. With a Walk Score of 97, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Grande Colonial Hotel
  • University of California, San Diego 3.2 mi
  • Salk Institute for Biological Studies 3.2 mi
  • San Diego International Airport 9.1 mi
  • San Diego Airport 9.3 mi

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