freebies include breakfast, and regular evening socials with snacks and drinks. other amenities consist of an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym and a convenience shop, plus bbqs and meeting space. ranging from studios to 1- and 2-bedroom suites, the straightforward quarters offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and sitting areas with pull-out sofas, plus safes, kitchens, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. this informal, all-suite extended-stay hotel is 4 miles from torrey pines state reserve and 2 miles from the sandy torrey pines state beach. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm San Diego International Airport 22 min
Torrey Pines State Beach (7 min) Sandy lifeguarded beach with restrooms & showers, backed by cliffs & pine-wooded nature reserve. Black's Beach (12 min) Famed, scenic & clothing-optional beach beneath the bluffs of Torrey Pines. Belmont Park (22 min) Vintage games, gift shops, rides & an iconic wooden roller coaster right next to the beach. Salk Institute for Biological Studies (9 min) Acclaimed scientific-research center also noted for its striking architectural design, with tours. SeaWorld San Diego (18 min) Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. Torrey Pines Golf Course (11 min) Iconic venue with two 18-hole courses on the ocean cliffs, plus a pro shop, a restaurant & a hotel. Mission Bay (20 min) A popular recreation destination, this artificial saltwater bay features a park, beaches & trails. La Jolla Cove (18 min) Popular with divers, this quaint beach houses permanent lifeguard stations, picnic tables & showers. La Jolla Shores Park (16 min) 2-block space steps away from the sand & waves offers grassy area & playgrounds. Children's Pool Beach (20 min) Picturesque oceanfront setting with a small cove beach known for views of adult seals & pups. Moonlight State Beach (14 min) Sandy beach with a snack bar, playground, volleyball & tennis courts & recreation equipment rentals. Windansea Beach (22 min) This beach has been popular with surfers for decades & features an iconic palm-covered surf shack. Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography (12 min) Interactive tide pools & exhibitions for all things under the sea in an oceanside building. Soledad Mountain (18 min) Popular cycling & hiking peak with panoramic views, a controversial cross & last home of Dr. Seuss. Torrey Pines State Reserve (5 min) Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats. |