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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk with illuminated panels, a digital display, and a counter with a sign for Holiday Inn Express.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, two patterned armchairs, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, and a small kitchenette area.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating fresh pancakes are available.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Place, Spin
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a framed color palette on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a framed color palette on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(130 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a white tiled floor.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(90 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a television.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

San Diego

At Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Old Town San Diego State Park and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a free airport shuttle. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Mission Hills hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from University of San Diego and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from USS Midway Museum.

What's nearby

  • Spin - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whaley House Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hotel Circle - 3 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Washington Street Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Mexican Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Little Italy Pizzeria & Pasta - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪ARCO - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Spin Nightclub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

You'll find a business centre on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Parking is available for a fee.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 126 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers 126 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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 Airport Town Old
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport Old Town
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town Hotel San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport Old Town Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on 5 Oct 2026 start from NZ$288, including 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 parking available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is Mission Beach (6.8 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers give high marks to the free buffet brekkie here! Offered daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 5:00 AM - midnight.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 791 out of 1095 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1095 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1095 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1095 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1095 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast and ride to the airport!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so great nice rooms really great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with excellent service, clean rooms, and a convenient location. We had a very pleasant stay and would gladly return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at this hotel before and it’s always enjoyable! Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quick stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great!! Everything was wonderful, clean and the nicest staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and shuttle services was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and close to the base and the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and nice rooms. Close to everything so it was nice to be able to have dinner in Old Town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was freshly made and the airport shuttle aas very convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything with this property is top notch. Will be my go to place to stay next time I'm in San Diego.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff when I checked in and at 4:30AM the next morning when I had to check out were friendly, professional and engaging. The neighborhood was great and it's location to the airport was ideal for a quick overnight I had.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay if you are attending Marine boot camp graduation. The shuttle service is fantastic and the entire staff is very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. The staff were very friendly and the shuttle was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and fresh! Clean room and the staff is excelent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was clean and convenient to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and parking was safe and secure!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free shuttle to the airport was the key factor in our choice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful, our airport shuttle driver was so kind! Also, Gladys in the breakfast dining area was very nice & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great reception and service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026