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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Balboa Park

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

Room amenity

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 234 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1430 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 16 min walk
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive

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

Hotel near Petco Park
Near Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Mexican cuisine family restaurant, Cocina 35, offers breakfast and lunch. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and conference space.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and concierge services
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 148 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Cocina 35

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,324 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
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

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–10:00 PM.

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

As of Dec 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel on Dec 23, 2024 start from CA $199.59, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 38.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego Convention Center, and Petco Park. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 2 mi (3 km). 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 9 minutes.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 1210 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1210 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1210 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1210 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1210 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

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Travelled with family
The parking garage is $35 for the day and the parking garage is VERY TIGHT. I’m not talking about the individual parking spot. I’m talking about the garage as a whole. I feel like every turn would take out my side mirror or scratch the side of my car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

lohith

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service. The room was very clean and spacious. Very quiet area and friendly environment. Breakfast was great had a variety of options to chose from. Definitely will come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

2/10 Terrible

Lionel, DOWNEY

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
They did not honor the price I paid through Expedia, claiming they couldn’t find my reservation. As a result, I had to pay twice and was charged significantly more than what I originally paid through Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and nice.. only had one incident but problem was taken care of right away
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Slept very well here. Rooms need some fixing up, though (broken phone, old fixtures with some rust, etc). Staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gurjeet

The vending machines are horrible and wish there was more food choices in the hotel. Other then that, I enjoyed my stay, definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff, they provided a room up-grade, parking up-grade, allowed to park while on our city tour, breakfast excellent. Would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was checked into a handicap room but my booking was for a regular 2 queen bed room. I told the front desk that I got the wrong room and showed my booking. However, the employee didn't even care and refused to do anything for me. I'm so very upset. I will NEVER book anything with Holiday Inn. I demand a full refund.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, New Glasgow

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Lobsang

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is not for family, its not roomy for family and felt like trap in small room. Not a ideal for family with small kids for holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil, Lewiston

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

4/10 Poor

Chakrapani

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience is very good Very nice breakfast Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Leilani

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jasmyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It started before we even checked in, I called the hotel to change the card on file. Instead, they put a $209 charge on BOTH of my cards on file…which I hadn’t received back for days after my vacation was already over. The sheets in our room were stained but we slept in them the first night because we were drained from driving down. The second day we left for at least 6 hours so I had told the front desk to please have someone change the sheets, give us new towels, and throw out the trash. We got back after another long day and our room was untouched. Everything was still a mess, sheets were still stained, it was honestly….irritating. We asked someone to come up and clean the room and it took them over an hour to come. We received new towels and told them to come back after we left to change our sheets. We left for night activities and came back, and again, the sheets were untouched. We checked out the next day, and switched hotels. Very unpleasant service but the breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nestor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel, it is in a quiet with a ghost view of downtown and comfortable beds. They also have good breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

CHRISTINA

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled like pee and had white stains on black surfaces. It smelled like goodwill. Parking was $35 a night which was unexpected also the garage was extremely tight. The walls had pads on the walls to prevent cars from getting scratched. The experience was just unpleasant over all and we will not be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was big and clean. Bed was a bit too soft for me. The staff were mostly fantastic save for an evening-shift worker who was apparently going to let the pizza I ordered sit there at the front desk indefinitely. 20min after it was supposed to have arrived, I called down, and he told me it was there. Cold pizza! Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Marisela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I asked for early check in over the phone, they said okay the room would be ready by 3:30. Came at 3:30 they said its not ready until 4:00pm. I came at 4:00pm they said the room isn't ready should be ready by 4:30pm. It was a long 3 hour drive to get there my room should have been ready the first time i was promised. The staff was loud talking to me for no reason, so everyone could hear what was going on.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jhovann

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just terrible
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Placerville

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.5