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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Petco Park in San Diego

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Property amenity
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1430 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • San Diego City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 273 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 441 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Transfer Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 234 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Downtown San Diego stay.Your stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Petco Park and USS Midway Museum. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 17 min walk
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 17 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪University Club Atop Symphony Towers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Petco Park in San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1324 square feet (123 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1324 sq ft of conference space
  • 123 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 38 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel San Diego Downtown
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown Hotel San Diego
San Diego Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is 3.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

As of Feb 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG on Mar 3, 2025 start from $135.15, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 7.8 mi (17-min drive) from Mission Beach and 6.1 mi (15-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 38.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is home to Cocina 35, which features Mexican cuisine.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG to downtown San Diego?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is 0.3 mi away from San Diego.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 1249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1249 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Placerville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay, definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr S K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing. Value for money. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the hotel staff were accommodating. The hotel was also located in a great area with lots of dining surrounding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay, friendly staff, decent breakfast. However on our floor we have “tour groups” and every single night people were running up and down the hallways and being extremely loud. I’m kinda surprised no one came up and told the group anything. Hopefully they keep track of loud crowds so they can address the issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rodoshi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Doesn’t look like the pictures posted on their website and here on Expedia. Very outdated, dirty area. Great service from employees but the hotel and rooms were just out dated, small and not the best. 4/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was good, and the breakfast was delicious too. I would recommend it to anyone that wants to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

sharon

Disliked: Staff & service
Staff are not friendly and noisy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff to be so lovely. They went above and beyond for my kiddos and I really appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is good and clean. The breakfast is quite good compare with other same level hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The employees are amazing! The hotel is in a random area, and the rooms itself are not that updated. One issue we had was that it was extremely dry in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very quite and clean hotel. had 0 problems. in perfect area
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Siu Mia

Bathroom barn doors do not close. Breakfast Staff have the hardest job. They were constantly refilling and cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mevlida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked that it was close to the venue we were attending.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Brittney & Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024