Great place right on the beach, older rooms but excellently maintained. Cannot beat the tennis courts or the professionals. Could be more economically priced.

We have stayed at this property for the past 19 years at least once per year since we moved to the LA area in 1992. It has done nothing but go downhill in that time. The rates are outrageous, the rooms are dated and the staff is inexperienced. The only thing good about this place is that you are right on the sand (if you like dark brown sand) and you can have fire pits and barbecues on the beach. The last time we were there, we were grilling burgers on the grill at our cottage. I called the front desk and asked for a "spatula." I was told that they don't have those on "the property." When I said, "its one of those things with a long handle that you turn burgers with" I was told' " Oh that, why didn't you say so." This place is way overpriced for what is. Sad, but true.

The LaJolla Beach and tennis Club is the best vacation or get-away spot in the US. I have stayed there a number of times and never been disappointed. Rooms have everything you could want, but are decorated in an understated way full of charm. Step outside of your room and walk out to the Pacific Ocean or walk out the gate to some of the most charming eateries, shops, etc. They will provide almost anything you could want, be it pitch-and-putt golf, spa, or even a cookout on the beach at dusk. Tennis courts are first-class and plentiful. Most rooms have kitchens.You will feel like you stepped back in time as tradition is everywhere. If you are seeking glitter-and-tinsel, then this is not your place, but if you enjoy luxury couched in tradition and elegance then you'll love the LaJolla Beach and tennis Club. great restaurant, friendly staff, with the joys of San Diego just a few miles down the road.

The LJBTC's atmosphere felt vintage to me--like my family trips to hacienda-styled resorts on the beach when I was a kid, where guests have returned for generations. To my husband, it felt dated. Realistically it was not a good fit with our style of travel since we like to get out a lot and see the sights. The beach is long, but at high tide it's narrow, with surf washing the windows of one of the dining rooms. They have a heated pool which stays fairly busy since the Pacific water is cool.

When we arrived late at night, the LJBTC was very full and we were placed in one of the cottages. It was spacious with two bedrooms and baths, kitchen, and a private patio/yard. Though it was far more than we needed, it was comfortable. It was behind the pond, golf course and courts, and so was not very close to the water. Most other rooms are close or adjacent to the beach. The cottages are on a small residential street which serves an unusual number of delivery trucks, so it was not as quiet as we would have liked.

Free Wi-Fi and parking--features not offered at every expensive hotel... And there are a handful of restaurants in the near neighborhood or a large selection 1.5 miles away in La Jolla.