San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 27 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 39 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 39 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
Civic Center Station - 9 min walk
Civic Center Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Cocina 35 - 2 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, an IHG Hotel
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Cocina 35, which serves Mexican cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Other highlights include a fitness center and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes and Civic Center Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
148 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 35.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Shared microwave
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (1324 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 1969
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Closed captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Special features
Dining
Cocina 35 - This family restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch.
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking costs USD 35.00 per day with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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.
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
Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 35.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, Cocina 35 offers Mexican cuisine.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel like?
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from 5th Avenue Station and 16 minutes' walk from Petco Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 15, 2024
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.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
My stay was good, and the breakfast was delicious too. I would recommend it to anyone that wants to stay there.
Verified traveler
3-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Gabriel
Gabriel, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 2, 2024
Suleiman
Suleiman, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Alexis
Alexis, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2024
Yusuke
Yusuke, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
See you again
The attendant at the counter was excellent, answered all of our questions and took care of our needs.
Letitia
Letitia, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2024
Great staff, great service and good breakfast but.
Our stay was great except for the mattress. It seems like this establishment is up for a mattress refresh across the board. The mattress in room 246 was so worn with no padding at all that I got no sleep that night and had to request a room change. The hotel graciously honored my request and changed us to room 216. The mattress in room 216 was better but still not very comfortable.
Verified traveler
9-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 11, 2024
Free breakfast was good. The hotel was fairly clean but I woke up with bites. The parking lot was a little too tight for my comfort but that’s just me.
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 9, 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 9, 2024
Colleen
Colleen, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 4, 2024
Decent, but had some flaws.
I discovered my street level windows were open when I came into my room and curtains were drawn. Had I not noticed, this would have been a security risk. Walls were very thin and bed was uncomfortable. Parking garage took some serious skills to navigate without hitting anything. Staff was friendly and everything was clean. Not a very walkable neighborhood and not many nearby restaurants, but hotel was very convenient to airport and freeways.
Elliott
Elliott, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Adi
Adi, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 4, 2024
Ken
Ken, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 3, 2024
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 2, 2024
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 1, 2024
Raymond
Raymond, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Irene
Irene, 2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Ray G.
Ray G., 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Dallas
Dallas, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 30, 2024
Small but convenient location
Nice little room in convenient spot for concert at Petco Park (less than mile walk). That said, rooms feel a little small, and bathroom is very small. Additionally, bathroom awkward of room sharing because they have sliding barn style door that don’t truly shut and you can see right through where it “closes”. Free breakfast what you would expect. Staff very friendly.
Sky
Sky, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 30, 2024
Traveling with 4 large bags (going on a cruise) the taxis drop off is two stories below the access to the lobby. Two small baggage carts available, required.
No porter to assist. Eventually the desk clears down to help push a cart up a long switchback handicap ramp! We travel a lot; never have seen such a poor hotel design.