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Crystal Pier Hotel & CottagesvsEstancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages and Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa scores significantly better than Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is ranked #5 in San Diego with approval from 11 publications such as Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and Frommer's.
Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages
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4500 Ocean Blvd., San Diego, CA 92109
From $0/night
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Beach
- Flatscreen TV
- Refrigerator
- Private balcony
Concierge "The Crystal Pier is perfect for vacationing families, groups of friends, and pretty much everyone else, too."
Fodor's "Rustic little oases with a charm all their own, the cottages may lack some of the amenities of comparably priced hotels, but you're paying for character and proximity to the ocean." Full review
Lonely Planet "Charming, wonderful and unlike anyplace else in San Diego, Crystal Pier has cottages built right on the pier above the water." Full review
Travel + Leisure "There is simply no way to get any closer to the ocean in San Diego than staying at the Crystal Pier Hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Reservations are essential for these 1927 Cape Cod-style cottages which sit directly on the pier. Many have kitchenettes, and patios with views of Pacific Beach."
Rough Guide "Beautiful deluxe cottages built in the 1920s and situated right on the pier. All rooms are suites with private decks, and most have kitchenettes."
Michelin Guide "On a dock that juts into the ocean at Pacific Beach, a series of comfortable, blue-and-white cottages provide unique over-the water lodging."
Gayot "Picture your own little village of historic cottages set atop the Pacific Ocean and you've envisioned The Crystal Pier Hotel."
National Geographic "“Rooms are literally above the water, you feel the waves as you sleep”...this 29-room inn has a unique setting on an 80-year-old wooden pier extending into the ocean. " Full review
Afar Magazine "Crystal Pier Hotel is a group of cottages that were built in the 1920s...they each come with a kitchenette and sit on a pier over the Pacific Ocean. " Full review
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Jetsetter Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
9700 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
From $179/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "With its rambling California mission–style architecture and brilliant gardens, this resort on what once was a famous equestrian ranch exudes rustic elegance." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This 210-room hotel in picturesque La Jolla has lovely grounds and Spanish Colonial-style architecture." Full review
Star Service "A 15-minute walk from the beach, this contemporary take on early-California style lures business and leisure travelers with its sultry southern California style and breadth of facilities." Full review
Gayot "Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa includes almost ten acres of lush grounds (including 600 types of regional plants) dotted with low-rise adobe structures."
BlackBook "This lush property is a hidden gem. Mediterranean-inspired architecture and secret garden vibe. Mustangs & Burros is a must for fireside Margaritas."
Zagat4.3
"A "romantic" roost that "feels like a vacation" is how guests describe this "gorgeous" La Jolla resort, which boasts "serene" grounds."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is a serene retreat nestled among lushly landscaped gardens dotted by walkways, water features and graceful courtyards." Full review
Jetsetter "Horse-ranch-turned-resort in southern Cali with a spa, pool and lively restau-bar." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Rooms here are bright and spacious—the Estate and Presidential suites even come with their own private patios." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"The Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa can easily be judged by its cover: The hacienda-style property sits on 10 acres of well-manicured gardens." Full review
