Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel, is a 3-star hotel located in the vibrant city centre of San Diego. This smoke-free property offers a range of attractive facilities including a concierge service, vending machines for drinks and snacks, a lounge and terrace, and a year-round outdoor pool. Guests travelling with children can enjoy a child-friendly buffet, while business travellers can utilise the business area. The hotel also provides free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring guests stay connected. The units at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel, offer a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Some units are equipped with air-conditioning, a hairdryer, coffee facilities, and a work desk. Guests can also benefit from a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a safe deposit box. For added convenience, some units also feature a sofa bed and a wardrobe. For those seeking adventure, hiking is a popular activity in the area. The hotel is conveniently located near several points of interest. The San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and the Maritime Museum of San Diego are both 1.6 km away. The San Diego Convention Center is 2.5 km away, while the USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park are within 3 km. The San Diego Zoo is a short 3.4 km journey from the hotel. The nearest airport, San Diego International, is just 3 km away, making arrivals and departures a breeze.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for San Diego
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Briana
    United States United States
    Breakfast was great!! So many options to choose from.
  • Jaap
    Netherlands Netherlands
    I had a big, clean room with a very comfortable bed
  • Sandra
    Australia Australia
    Rooms were clean and the breakfast quite substantial.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kid-friendly buffet
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs US$35 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 78. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

  • Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel is 1,050 yards from the centre of San Diego. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Quadruple

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool
    • Aerobics