Traveler Insights
The Grande Colonial is located in the heart of the La Jolla Village, home to world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, and miles of beaches.
Located 12.9 miles from our hotel, San Diego is an amazing destination with 70 miles of beautiful coastline, beaches, and incredible attractions, including SeaWorld San Diego, Balboa Park and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
La Jolla is a scenic oceanside village with beautiful beaches, performing arts, and popular attractions, including:
- La Jolla Playhouse
- Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institute of Oceanography
- Shops at La Jolla Village
- Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
- Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego – La Jolla
- La Jolla Caves
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
La Jolla offers many year-round events and activities, including the La Jolla Wine and Art Festival held in October and the La Jolla Open Aire Market every Sunday at Girard St. & Genter Ave. Enjoy shows, concerts, and live theater at the famous La Jolla Playhouse. Check our Event Calendar.
The Grande Colonial is only 0.3 miles from La Jolla Caves. Guests can walk or bike to the caves to see the playful sea lions and harbor seals basking in the sun on the rocks. While staying in Grande Colonial Hotel La Jolla, you can also drive to these caves in 3 minutes, where kayaks can be rented to explore the sea caves.