La Jolla Resort

2.5 star property

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House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Veranda
Private beach, fishing
Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Beachfront (Ground Level Sleeps 6)
A living room with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Upstairs Sleeps 6)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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82216 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL, 33036
  • Place, Islamorada Brewery & Distillery
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Keys History & Discovery Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Keys Brewing Co.
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upstairs Above Lobby)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Upstairs Sleeps 6)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Beachfront (Ground Level Sleeps 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View (Upstairs Efficiency Shared Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Upstairs)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 325 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 154 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

House, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 170 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Islamorada

With a stay at La Jolla Resort in Islamorada (Matecumbe), you'll be steps from Islamorada Brewery & Distillery and 10 minutes by foot from Keys History & Discovery Center. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Matecumbe United Methodist Church and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from History of Diving Museum.

What's nearby

  • Islamorada Brewery & Distillery - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Keys History & Discovery Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • History of Diving Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • MoradaWay Arts & Cultural District - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wahoo's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Gourmet of Islamorada - ‬7 min walk

About this property

La Jolla Resort

La Jolla Resort offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Limited parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1952
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Jolla Resort Islamorada

Jolla Resort

Jolla Islamorada

La Jolla Hotel Islamorada

La Jolla Resort Hotel

La Jolla Resort Islamorada

La Jolla Resort Hotel Islamorada

La Jolla Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 667 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Location was great Had problems with things that needed fixing in bathroom- tv - no housekeeping one day. No toilet paper
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
La Jolla is an absolute must for anyone visiting Islamorada or the wider Florida Keys. The staff are super professional and the accommodation is fabulous with exceptionally clean rooms, complete with everything you could need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing experience! John is wonderful, so inviting, friendly and hospitable! The only thing I wish we would’ve known ahead of time is that we had a complete kitchenette and the ability to cook in our room. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
On the Gulf side. Right by the beach. Great location. Had hammocks, paddleboard, kayaks, and bikes to barrow for free and games by the pool. Little older property, but has had upgrades recently. Would recommend and looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Francis J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room Cleanliness was excellent Beach is very good Great location also
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Iwona

It was disappointing. It looked amazing on the photos but the place was just run down. It needs some tlc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Cold AC!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room Comfortable bed Nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michael, DuBois

R
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great, clean rooms and very courteous staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a relaxing place to stay. has everything we needed and staff was very personable. We already have plans to visit there again this year
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large very clean rooms, comfortable bedding, great tv’s. Friendly people and beautiful gulf view. Several places to eat within walking distance. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, staff friendly and great amenities! No time to be bored unless you wanted. Location perfect as well. Very laid back resort hidden from the obnoxious tourists!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy we made coffee and tea which was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

donald, Lowell

Liked: Staff & service
4pm check in (??). Room was freshly painted, but could use some new furniture. Beachfront area was very nice, but not swim able .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice resort clean rooms. They made late check in very easy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026