First this is NOT a Resort, it is a Motel, and way, way overpriced. Located on Overseas Highway, you will experience some traffic noise. The rooms are updated Motel rooms, so small showers. The room was cute and the basics were provided. The "Resort" boasts a pool, which can accommodate 8 guests at a time, with only two chaise and two Adirondack style seats. There are no beach towels or ice provided. The "beach" has a silver of sand and the only access is from a small metal ladder off the dock, it's treacherous to navigate. There is no restaurant, no bar, no exercise equipment. This is a bare-necessities stay. read more

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Reservation experience, 5 stars. Communication, 5 stars. Checkin process 5 stars. Danielle guest services 10 stars. This our kind of place. Very quiet and unassuming. Great location. Beautiful in every way. The accommodations were perfect. We loved our stay at LaJolla Resort read more

very accommodating and flexible for a cute hotel! office approved a cancellation for some extenuating circumstances and offered a full refund which was much appreciated. thanks la jolla resort! read more

Stayed here for 1 night (family of 4) and so glad we did. It really has everything you could need. Rooms were fairly spacious and clean. The shower is on the smaller side but worked out fine with the 4 of us. The grounds are quaint and with great views of the ocean. They had paddle boards, kayaks, snorkel gear and bikes. We had an outdoor patio facing the ocean. Room had plates, cutlery and few pots and pans and a hot plate. Microwave and mini fridge too. This location is very close to Lorelei's restaurant which is also highly recommended. We would definitely stay here again. read more

La Jolla Resort - Coffee with a view - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

We decided to go to Islamorada last minute, this was the cheapest hotel for a labor day weekend (350$ per night, don't make the same mistake, book in advance). Front desk Stacy was very sweet and kind. The only thing we didn't like how dirty the floor were.. overall was good. The outside area is beautiful! read more

La Jolla Resort - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

If I could give it 2.5 I would, but that's not an option. The location is wonderful for many reasons. It's kind of in the heart of Islamorada, and the waterfront is very nice although there is no beach. There is nice sand to hang out on and beach chairs that are not so comfortable, but the view is pretty amazing. They offer kayaks and paddle boards and bicycles at no charge, but you get what you pay for. We stayed in room "T" which had a Bayview, but unfortunately, the windows were so dirty, and had paint splatter on them so it's very disrupting of the view. The motel is very old and it definitely in need of some updates. I don't know what the other rooms look like but our room had the floor updated on the shower updated but the slat blinds were falling down and had to be picked up every day when we closed them. The toilet was running the entire time we were there and although we mentioned it, no one ever did anything about it. The room itself was small, actually pretty tiny, and the bathroom even tinier. There is no place to put anything in the bathroom. A few well-placed hooks and/or shelves or towel racks could have been very handy. But you get the feeling they are doing just enough to get by. The bed was comfortable and the sheets were clean, and there were many layers between us and the mattress, which, as someone who travels quite a bit, was a nice touch. The staff was very nice for the most part, some were quite exceptional. The pool is nowhere near the waterfront and it's pretty small. I don't think we'd come back again, but if you know what you are in for, I think it could work for you. read more

Great customer service, very friendly & helpful staff. The grounds are well maintained, they also have a small swimming pool, nice waterfront area to relax on lounge chairs or hammocks to nap in under the palm trees. A big bonus is that they even have floats, paddle boards, kayaks & bicycles for guests to use FREE of charge! (The last place we stayed at charged us $20 each to use their kayaks for a couple of hours) The rooms are spacious & very clean. Our room was comparable to what I consider a "studio", it was a spacious, open room with a big screen TVs on the wall, a nice kitchenette that included a microwave, small fridge, a table with two chairs and Keurig coffee maker! They are also in a great location, where we were able to walk to numerous restaurants & bars and the new Publix grocery store is just a few minutes drive down the road. We loved it & we will be back! read more

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Mid-century design with modern amenities, right on the water of the Gulf and perfect for sunsets. Friendly staff and extremely clean rooms. Out on the little beach area, there is a family of squirrels, so bring some unsalted peanuts! They gently take them right from your hand. All-in-all, I would stay here again. My only issue is the lack of an after hours number to call for noise complaints. There was a group also staying there who insisted on blasting 80s metal from their porch around sunset. It was beyond annoying. read more

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It's a sneaky little spot. Drive too fast on Overseas and you might miss it! But once you park and get out, you'll soon realize how special this hideout really is. There are plenty of free amenities, including kayaks and diving masks. The garden area is gorgeous and they have places for grilling and cleaning your catch. The rooms are small but updated. The STAFF THOUGH!!! They KNOW their guests. I've enjoyed watching them interact with the obvious return customers, the kids out fishing off the little jetty's (and giving them pointers) and accommodate guests like us who showed up just a bit earlier than expected. I cannot wait to book here again. Just a few hours into our stay and I'd come back ten fold. My only critique is more of a personal preference than anything. The AC in the room could be a bit stronger, but again, that's bc I like my rooms frigid when I sleep. Otherwise, 10/10 would stay! read more

La Jolla Resort - View from the boat ramp - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

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My husband and I stayed here for our time in the Keys and I can say that we will be returning. Our room was clean and the air conditioning definitely works. Although we did not partake, the hotel has kayaks, bikes, and towels that you can check out for water activities. The location is also great in the middle of Islamorada and the property is oceanside which was amazing. read more

La Jolla Resort - View from their "beach" area. There are plenty of chairs and hammocks for guests. - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

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This villa is an older remodeled villa. It was super clean and exactly what we needed! There are new air conditioning units... NOT the old fashioned hotel A/C. We trailered our boat down and kept it in one of the resort's boat slips. Access was simple. Property employees were super nice and very helpful! I had spoken with OLGA the GM several times before arrival and she was extremely kind and helpful. Baiba, Cleopatra, Elena and Ralph were employees that we had interaction with and they all were willing to help quickly and efficiently! A BIG plus for us was that they have an on site ice bags available for ice chests. We will definitely return to these villas to stay in Islamorada. read more

I highly recommend this place - if you want a true Florida Keys experience. It is a small, very quiet, epitome of a 1930's Keys' motel. Right on the water, complimentary kayaks and snorkeling gear. I don't want to stay anywhere else in the Keys. Extremely quiet, and the crew is very helpful and understanding. Even an outdoor grill for grilling that fresh fish! I have read a couple reviews about not being refunded first night's stay (yes, you entitled-feeling serviceman.) It is CLEARLY written that they do not refund the first night stay, however, they also state that they will credit you that money for another stay - which is what happened to me - and Helene was MORE THAN gracious and bent over backwards to come to a very reasonable compromise. Check it out and take a chance - you're in the Keys! read more

The staff was so accommodating to us and all our wedding guests. From beginning to end, they were amazing! This is our second time there and not our last. We will be back soon and I am sure many of my guests will as well. For events, they are just as amazing. 5 stars! read more

Loved this place! The look and feel of the exterior is retro Florida. But the rooms interior was fantastic. Beds were super comfortable and all the amenities in the room were convienant. Costumer service was wonderful! Cece really made us feel comfortable. We saw lots of fish at the docks and even a few nurse sharks. The pool was small but fun. And they had kayaks, bicycles, and fishing equipment. They even had a nice BBQ area you could cook at. If you are looking for a fun laid back place this is it! read more

We stayed here this past weekend, couldn't have been a better time!! Rooms are a little smaller but, lol, you are in the Keyes, how much time you spending there? It was so cute & quaint, reminded me of the old time Keyes! We used their kayaks and were out there for 3 hours, was absolutely beautiful!!! We saw so much marine life, sharks, tons of fish, few lobsters, stingray, man of war, manatee & so much more! Would recommend for anyone looking for a "chill weekend" in the Keyes, have the Islamorada Brewing & distillery across the street and lol, you will be happy you walked there! We will be back! read more

Front desk girl- I am your biggest fan. Such a fun atmosphere, great staff (front desk girl), great location, and overall just a great experience!! love this place! read more

On a quick visit to Islamorada we stayed at La Jolla Resort. We weren't sure what to expect as a few of our close friends highly recommended this place. But as soon as we arrived, my husband and I felt very welcomed. Our room was a tad small but it served its purpose. Amazing views from the grounds. A couple of hammocks and chairs for relaxation, a barbecue grill, a wading pool and a tiki hut table out front to enjoy good conversation with an array of people visiting the area. The option to use their kayaks, paddleboats & bicycles were also nice. Overall an amazing experience - and we will be back! Thank you! read more

This place is the perfect hideaway for families or a couple looking to melt into the sand for the weekend. I stumbled on it by chance but I am going back for sure. I was there last weekend and we had the whole place to ourselves until Sunday when some others hung out by the beach. The rooms all have kitchenettes and if you have the opportunity to get a beach side room go for it. I spent only $20 dollars more and it was the perfect place to hang out. The motel is classic Deco/Bauhaus and each building has a different look. Where else can you go for a weekend in the keys where you can watch the sunset in front of your room and BBQ on the beach for only $160/night. Bicycles, kayaks, snorkeling equipment and other amenities are there for your use at no cost. Islamorada is a nice ways down in the chain of islands and there is enough in the area that you really can just store the car and bike wherever you need to go. Make sure you go to Robby's south of there (take the car) and feed the tarpon. Take the time to get information on local attractions from the manager. She was so informative I had to give her a hug for her attentiveness. read more

Just got home from an excellent 2 day stay in Islamorada and decided to stay at the la jolla resort since Capt Rick Murphy (one of my favorite fishing show host) recommends this spot. It was amazing, resort was incredibly beautiful and the free kayak and bike rentals made it even better, decor of the room had a very nice florida keys flavor to it, room was very cozy and very clean. The young lady in the office named Ana was extremely nice and friendly and recommended me a couple good cafes in the area, I will be returning!! read more

La Jolla Resort - View from our balcony looking towards the bay, this resort is so beautiful! - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

Very clean, nicely renovated rooms. Picturesque setting. Kayaks, paddleboards, and bicycles available to use. Convenient location. If looking for snorkeling charter while visiting, I recommend the The IslanderGirl which is just half a mile down the road from this resort. We stayed in a king suite that was equipped with microwave, fridge, toaster, coffee maker and a few dishes, eating utensils and small table. The pool is not heated and the bed was a little squeaky, but otherwise, this place was great! read more

Recommended by friends and they were correct. Traditional Key atmosphere, almost like stepping back in time. My son fed fish off the dock with food the staff gave him in the office and loves the hammock. Accommodations are fine, with a nice kitchenette. The staff, Alan and Katie, are very friendly and gave excellent recommendations to local venues. read more

La Jolla Resort - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

La Jolla had great, large, nice rooms with floor to ceiling windows (old sliding glass doors). The price was good however the window air conditioner takes a very long time to cool the room (probably due to the nice floor to ceiling windows). They also do not have access to swim in that gorgeous water. Not really a "resort" but nice! read more

La Jolla Resort - View from common area - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

Date of stay: September 2015 Nights: 2 1st plus was early check-in, which was accommodated after 1person called. We went with 7 couples for a "Keys" weekend. The staff is very accommodating. The facilities are true to a Keys motel. Everyone's concern was cleanliness. The rooms were clean and large for keys standards. Basic room had a dorm fridge, coffee maker & microwave. Kitchen room were spacious, kitchens could use a few more items, but the staff accommodated when asked. AC's varied from room to room, some cooled ok, a few struggled. The grounds were very accommodating with free kayak, paddle boards & bicycles (Sept. & Oct.), which I feel should be free at any time (IMO), bar-b-que pits (charcoal), ample outdoor seating, tables & lounges. Dockage available for boaters. The pool and surrounding patio area need work. The pool is spacious, but seating & lounging is limited. The mosquitos were ferocious, bug spray a must, even though the City sprayed, it did not seem to help. The outside garbage was not emptied between nights and should have been! The motel was full and quite a few guests were cooking out and using the outside cans. Over all a 3 star weekend for this group. We had fun being together. I feel that if not with a group, some of the issues (room oder, electrical), would have irritated me more, but most issues were over looked and considered part of renting a motel in the Keys. My room (W) had an oder that I could not identify. I did not mention it to the staff, and after you were in the room it was tolerable. I did have to was all my clothes after returning home to remove this oder. A portion of the electrical outlets stopped working the 2nd night - not only in our room but all the rooms in the office building. I got the feeling that this was not new to them, and was promised an extension cord for the TV, which they did not provide, however our group had borrowed one earlier in the day that I used. I would recommend La Jolla for a true "Keys" experience. read more

This used to be the beauty of the keys, families would come to Get together. Boats and fun. Now it is a stuffy little place to sit under a tree in absolute quiet, as one of many signs tell you what you can do everywhere. The last time there they had kitchen cards telling you how you had to clean the kitchen prior to leaving and the cost of each if you failed. Cleaning wasn't our issue it was evidently they where counting on previous guests to clean what I expecting professionals to do Following sanatizing laws. The same with stripping the beds. We asked the hotel division to look into policies once that get the hurricane issues squared away. read more

Made a reservation for a king size and a pull out couch. As we we arrive they handed us keys to a one bedroom with only one bed. This lady would not compromise nor assist us in anyway possible while the resort only had 2 cars in the lot which means they were empty. We stood outside for over 4 hours trying to stay but all they wanted was more money after we had already paid for the king bed and a pull out couch. We will NOT be reimbursed. my 15 month old and elderly cripple mother in-law had to stay outside while we tried to solve the issue.. I have been going to the keys for over 20 years and the hospitality has always been wonderful. This place is a disgrace and should have no ones money! You should be ashamed! read more

ACTIVE DUTY & VETERANS BEWARE!!! My wife made reservations here for a weekend stay for a friends wedding. I was given short notice orders for military duty and we ended up unable to stay. The hotel says that they will not refund the first night as a deposit no matter what. Thanks for costing me money to serve my country! What scum bags! We calmly explained that we had no other choice but they refused to return our money. This wasn't the night before, it was about a month before hand! Also, I have heard they have changed management multiple times in the past few months, which might be the cause of their terrible customer service. Do not stay here if you have any choice! read more

La Jolla was recommended to us by a friend, an Islamorada local. We were not disappointed. Our reservations were from Friday to Monday but we decided to head down late Thursday and take our chances. There was a room available-it didn't faze them a bit we showed up early. They were very apologetic our room wasn't available on Thursday (even though we didn't even know we'd be there a day early until a few hours before we showed up!) The staff worked quickly the next morning so we could just move from one room to the next without having to take our things to the truck in between. The customer service was exceptional, we were greeted with eye-contact and a friendly "how's everything going? Let me know if you need anything." The room décor was "old-Florida" style and the rooms were very clean. (Do not be concerned by a wall unit AC. That little AC unit worked very well. Even my husband who loves a cold room was impressed with it.) The landscape was tropical, not overdone and quite lovely. One thing that really stood out for me was the staff response when one of the boats at the slip started taking on water. The owner was in Key West for the day and the young woman (employee) jumped in the water/boat with a bucket and started bailing like crazy, while on the phone with owner letting him know what was happening. The other employee (Scott, I believe) ran to get a pump to pump out the water and then pulled the boat out to continue draining the water on dry land. Both of the employees had very light hearted attitudes about the whole thing, which was refreshing. It was a bit of a pain for them but they realized what had to be done and kept smiling while they did it. (It appears the live-well pump malfunctioned and didn't stop pumping water into the live-well, even when it was full and overflowing.) My husband and I decided to make this an annual trip to Islamorada and we will be staying again next year. We were very impressed. read more

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We booked a room here last min for a wedding because our hotel had a good on the reservation we originally had. Thankfully we found La Jolla! It was older, the room was small but it was just two of us. The mattress was a memory foam, which was amazing. Right on the water, quiet, the staff is so nice, you can borrow kayaks, bikes, snorkeling gear, and walk from your room to the shore about 30ft away. It's bay side so you don't get the wind as bad. I went out in the kayak and saw tons of fish, and a shark. The rooms you can tell they are working on updates, but we loved it, brings you back to the reality of basics, we would stay here again in a heart beat! read more

I was lied to on the phone by someone who manages this hotel. The woman I spoke with the manager "Gretchen" who told me in a sweet voice, "Oh, you have 14 days to cancel your reservation, but don't worry. You can call on Saturday, I never charge until one day after the 14 days." She LIED! My card was charged and then I was treated in the most hateful and rude way. THESE PEOPLE ARE CRIMINAL! I you look at their reviews on Tripadvisor.com. In addition to doing this to me, they have done it to others and are known for filthy, roach infested rooms. read more

Decent place, but overpriced for what it is. I didn't find it to be too different from the Key Lantern Inn which is $60 a night.

This is a great place. The rooms are clean and the customer service is top notch. All of their dining recommendations were spot on! Their beach front area is very pretty and relaxing. A great spot to view the sunset. This place is very easy going and would be great for families and fishermen. We also enjoyed the tandem kayak one of the days we were there. I liked the bright colored buildings and the wireless internet. The bathroom was a little small and had a stand-up shower and not a bath tub but it wasn't a big deal. We loved the king size memory foam bed. After searching around for hotels that were super expensive and had resort fees this was a great find. I am so glad they were available for the July 4th holiday weekend. read more

We recommend this motel for families. Contributed to a fantastic South Florida vacation. We would stay there again. Pluses: - we loved the decos inside and out--they really tried to retain the original kitschy 50's/60's look but with updating to make it comfortable. Has a bright, fun look. They were working on the landscaping when we were there--really making an effort to make it look nice. - kitchenette was quiet and convenient - extremely friendly, helpful staff - little marina was convenient--it was unusually cold during our stay so we didn't get to use the free kayaks or hammock, but can imagine the fun - have cruiser bikes you can borrow--don't need to drive on this key to get around during the day - on the "sunset" side of the key - new, bright cushions on the porch chairs: "these chairs say sit on me" said my son - lobby was comfortable with a large TV and fun decos Minuses (thus 4 instead of 5 stars): - our bathroom was dark and the fan was really loud--stall shower - no jacuzzi in pool area - sliding doors lead to an un-fenced 2 story drop (dangerous for small children), guess they haven't gotten to that part of the remodel yet read more

My stay at La Jolla was one of the best accommodation experiences I've ever had. I don't know if it was the great views, the wonderful staff, or the perfect location that makes me want to go back so quick. The staff is by far the best staff I've ever encountered at a hospitality establishment. They are genuinely happy people and care about your stay at La Jolla. The resort lets you use kayaks and bikes for free everyday. Every time we went to rent their equipment the staff greeted us and knew us by name. Even helped us mail a postcard! The view is perfect, it is on the bay side and has beautiful skys at sunset. Not to mention boat slips and a dock for all you boaters out there. My favorite thing was the fact that we could ride our bike everywhere! We La Jolla's bikes and even kayaked to some of the best restaurants on the island. I can't wait to go back. read more

We had a terrible experience. The room we booked online was not the room that was offered to us when we arrived. They did not have anything other than a run down, dirty room available for us. When we asked for a refund because we decided to stay somewhere else, they refused to give us our refund. They were not helpful whatsoever. In fact, they were rude, talking over us and not willing to work with us at all. We do NOT suggest booking with these people!!! read more

Great location. Clean rooms. Decent pool. Friendly service. Best part for us was the full kitchen and fantastic view our room had. Third time I've stayed here and it's always consistent. read more

La Jolla Resort - View from common area at La Jolla in Islamorada. We also had a great view from our room. - Hotels Near Me - Islamorada, Florida

Was really thankful to find this place in the afternoon after driving quite a while. The woman who helped us was very friendly and helpful with a French-Canadian accent. It was a very busy time and she took the time to make sure everything was taken care of. Was travelling with a family member and we took one of the cabins which ended up being relatively economical as well. The cabin had two separate bedrooms, a large living area, and kitchen. There was a small bathroom off of each bedroom which was preferable to one large one for our purposes. This is an older property--it's not ultra modern but it is comfortable, charming and clean. The view from the room and from the outdoor seating area right on the water is gorgeous. Use of kayaks, bicycles and slips is included. I can recommend it without hesitation. read more

Best place I've been in a long time! Great management! Cleanest place I've been in Florida! If I could give them ten stars I would! All around a great place to stay!! read more

This off the beaten path motel is a place I would recommend to anyone. 40's - 50's style motel brightly decorated, I was very please with the staff, and Scott the mgr was very accommodating price wise. Family friendly, La Jolla is right on the beautiful waters of the Gulf and offered free kayaks, snorkeling, bicycles and more. Free wi-fi, kitchettes in every room, tempur-pedic type mattress and flat screen tv provide all the comfort you could want. Beautifully landscaped, just relax by the water and wait for the sun to set. Plenty of nice restaurant close too. Got a boat/ Launch and dock it here too. I hope to get back soon. read more

I read previous reviews out of curiosity, and have no idea how anybody could ever say anything negative about this place. First of all, the staff is outstanding, just the nicest people ever. My husband and I live in Palm Beach County, but we're originally from Kentucky, and we felt like we were back there (only with a much better view). There is a type of small town hospitality here that is just delightful! We even extended our stay here by 2 nights because we loved it here so much. The staff is accommodating in every way, always kind and smiling, and just fun to talk with. We had two different rooms, and both were VERY clean and nice. We love the old style feel of them, and they were perfect for 2. Not too big with wasted space, but not too small or crowded feeling. They were perfect in their simplicity, but still had modern conveniences. If you're down here to enjoy the water, food, and boating, then I can't see wanting for anything more. There were free kayaks, bikes, and paddle boards to use, and even though we brought our own kayaks, we went out on the ones provided and they were perfectly sound and we had a blast. Paddle boarding around the resort was so much fun, it's just a great location. The little area down by the water is beautiful, just the right amount of pretty trees around, a great little tiki hut, and hammocks to lounge on. There's tons of little fish to watch and feed by the dock, too. And, one thing I just loved, by the office there are these adorable little squirrels that you can feed peanuts too! They take them right out of your hand, it was so cute! So all in all, we love La Jolla. The resorts, the grounds, the staff, everything. I highly recommend this place, it really is the best. We're making it a point to be back at least once a year, but we're shooting for more visits then that. I'd give a 10 star review if I could! read more

A friend and I went down to Islamorada for a quick overnight trip and were extremely pleased with our stay here!! The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and make sure we enjoyed our stay. It's quaint and very sweet. We found it to be very clean and cozy. Everything a trip down to the keys should be. It has personality for days and we felt very at home. Since it's right on the water, we got to watch the sunset from the hammocks out back! They have bikes to use free of charge, which makes getting around even easier if you want to scoot up the road to any of the fun bars or restaurants nearby. We absolutely cannot wait to go back and stay here again! Thank you! read more