The Grande Colonial is a stunning, cute, and quaint historic hotel in a great location in La Jolla, close to the water and within walking distance of everything, including the beach. The property is charming and pleasant, with some rooms described as huge, enormous, bright, clean, and impeccably trimmed. Guests can enjoy a peek of the village from some windows. The hotel offers a remarkably high level of customer service, with staff noted for their smiles, competence, warmth, willingness, and general good nature. Amenities include beach cruiser bicycles to borrow and access to a local gym.
However, the experience can vary. Some rooms may need updating, and issues like broken heaters, noise from neighboring rooms, hallways, elevators, or a nearby laundry room can occur. Some beds were found to be awful, horribly uncomfortable, and lumpy, causing discomfort, while others were described as typical semi-soft hotel beds. The on-site dining was unexpectedly closed on one day for a guest. The resort fee was a bit of a shock to some, and the presence of many stairs in some villas can be a challenge. Despite these occasional drawbacks, many guests find the hotel well worth the price for its wonderful atmosphere, ideal for weddings and family gatherings, and plan to return many times.
Hotel was amazing. We were staying at a hotel down the street and their water went out, so switched hotels. They gave us a good rate, an upgrade the day of, and early check-in. Also, I left my sunglasses at a bar down the street and they went and got them and mailed them to us. Above and beyond. Great team and service!
September 2026
Excellent location, steps from the ocean and seals. Staff was wonderful, I esp like that they provided fresh clean robes each day. 10/10 would stay again
September 2026
Due to its location, the facility, the restaurant, and the extremely professional and attentive service from the staff, I am happy to give this hotel a rare and perfect 5 star rating. I will gladly stay here again.
