A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on April 29 for the 26-room Cormorant Boutique Hotel in La Jolla Village, which officially opened on May 2.

“We are excited to welcome guests to San Diego’s newest boutique hotel,” said general manager David Vecchione of the Cormorant, formerly the La Jolla Inn, at 1110 Prospect St. “Our hotel offers effortless elegance with comforts and activities of the barefoot-chic San Diego lifestyle and will serve as a relaxing escape for out-of-town guests and locals alike.”

Named after the area’s high-profile Cormorant birds and influenced by the beauty of the seaside town, the contemporary hotel features coastal-inspired guestrooms with private balconies, panoramic Pacific Ocean views, and La Jolla’s newest rooftop bar and lounge, Birdseye.

Acquired by San Diego-based Oceanic Enterprises in 2016, the upscale property has undergone an extensive renovation and re-branding with a design led by Greenwood & Black. Combining classic midcentury-modern design with art deco touches, Cormorant features bold lighting fixtures, geometric wall art, wallpaper designs, and two vibrant pop-art murals from local artist Vango.

The exterior of the property evokes a fresh take on the local lifestyle, while the interior reflects the history of the coastal town. With dynamic energy and sophisticated design, the boutique hotel offers a relaxed version of La Jolla luxury and is a welcome addition to the town’s more classic hotels, fit for all ages to experience.

Cormorant comprises 26 chic guestrooms, 22 of which have private balconies offering ocean views. Each room features a soft neutral color palette blended with ocean-tone hues, carpet inspired by abstracted barnacles, and sand-colored woodwork.

The spaces are adorned with Cormorant-inspired art that pays homage to these majestic birds, which are found nesting in the La Jolla bluffs below. Custom built-in furniture, luxury mattresses, and special amenities like Nespresso machines, digital room service, keyless entry, and valet parking enhance the unique seaside experience.

Birdseye, the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and bar led by chef Luciano Scagliarini, offers a “bird’s-eye view” of La Jolla’s shores and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant serves modern coastal cuisine with flavors from Argentina and Baja California.

The property is also home to Prospect Market, an upscale grab-and-go marketplace featuring fresh juices, snacks, and beverages, along with souvenirs from local businesses. This venue pays homage to the property’s origins as the only market in La Jolla Village in the 1940s. Guests can grab a bottle of wine and a charcuterie board to enjoy on the market’s balcony or pick up a picnic lunch to take to the beach.

Cormorant also offers a venue for corporate and social functions, from corporate meetings to holiday parties and weddings.

To celebrate the opening, the hotel is offering a romantic “Picnic Package,” which includes overnight accommodations and a curated picnic for two via a partnership with Pop Up Picnic Co., as well as a special rate of 15% off for Southern California residents. Hotel rates start at $299 per night.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit cormorantlajolla.com.