For seven windswept miles, the beautiful San Diego community of La Jolla hugs the Pacific Coast. Rugged hills, pine trees, and sandstone cliffs cradle this unique seaside village of luxury hotels, surf shops, and spectacular sunsets.You’ll find La Jolla about 12 miles north of Downtown San Diego. This beachside village is an excellent place to stay when you want a peaceful place to sleep while visiting San Diego’s busy tourist venues like Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND San Diego, and San Diego Safari Park.