Upper Hermosa
La Jolla
Visit Upper Hermosa
Popular places to visit
La Jolla Cove
A charming neighbourhood north of San Diego offering great shops, fine restaurants and pristine beaches as well as opportunities to get out and enjoy local sports.
University of California, San Diego
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, San Diego, during your travels in La Jolla. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area, or enjoy its surfing spots.
La Jolla Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Jolla Beach during your trip to La Jolla? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Torrey Pines Golf Course
Play a round of golf in La Jolla at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Birch Aquarium
A popular attraction taking you deep into the Pacific waters, this aquarium dates back over 100 years and houses marine life from 60 different habitats.
Windansea Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Windansea Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to La Jolla. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Upper Hermosa
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The area was good, with trees and water flowing, but i didn't like the rooms, dated. bathroom door was closing so hard like we are leaving in 90s😅, pillows very hard, all 3 days couldn't sleep because of headache. I'll not stay here again just tor the beautiful area.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Our second time staying at this location we loved it. Jennifer was helpful with nearby restaurant favorites as well as the on sire dining. We hope to return in the summer.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great location, modern property. Our bathroom was odd. Shower room, toilet room and sink in middle of room
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Handlery Hotel
Phenomenal
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The Dextro is a nice place to stay, but the traffic noise is a bit much at night. Wish I had brought my ear plugs for better sleep. Nice little bar and restaurant that serves breakfast and light dinner snacks. Great bartender!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Hermosa
Lower Hermosa
When in Lower Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bird Rock
If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Muirlands
While Muirlands isn't home to many top sights, Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beach Barber Tract
While visiting Beach Barber Tract, you might make a stop by sights like Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach.
La Jolla Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in La Jolla Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock.
Muirlands West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Muirlands West and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and Windansea Beach.
