Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

3 stars
7.9
Good
based on 2165 reviews
2,165 reviews
Fri 11/20
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Sat 11/21
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown is a 3-star accommodation offering polished accommodation in an unbeatable downtown location. It is the ideal fit for couples, families, and leisure travelers seeking a low-key place to stay in the center of San Diego.

The 148 rooms and suites feature polished decor and comfy furnishings. Guests can choose from standard rooms, executive suites, king suites, king rooms with disability access, standard king rooms, king studios with pull-out sofa, queen rooms, accessible king suites, queen rooms with two beds, and double rooms with two double beds. All rooms are kid-friendly. Pets are not permitted inside of the hotel.

All rooms and suites feature complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, coffee and tea making facilities, minifridges, balconies, pull-out sofas, cozy sitting areas, hair dryer, telephone, alarm clock, workspace with desk and chair, air-conditioning, and daily housekeeping services.

Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel grounds. Paid parking is available onsite. An airport shuttle offers regular transport to the airport, and an area shuttle offers rides to the San Diego Zoo and the Cruise Port. Guests can unwind in the large outdoor swimming pool. A modern fitness center offers a gym space with free weights and exercise machines.

A complimentary breakfast buffet is served each morning in the dining area. The onsite restaurant serves casual fare for lunch and dinner. A complimentary happy hour offers food and drinks each evening.

7.9
Good
2165 reviews

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Compare prices for Queen room, King room and 34 more Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG deals.
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$76
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King room, 1 king bed
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Standard room, bed type unknown
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Double room, bed type unknown
$103
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Queen room, bed type unknown
$137
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King room, 1 king bed
$142
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$107
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$107
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$119
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Standard room, bed type unknown
$157
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Standard room, 1 king bed
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Standard room, 2 queen beds
$154
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Standard room, bed type unknown
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reviews of Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

7.9
Good
2165 verified ratings
Wonderful
924
Very good
435
Good
333
Okay
155
Fair
134
Mediocre
62
Poor
121

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's convenient location, excellent breakfast options, and friendly, helpful staff. Many found the breakfast to be varied and satisfying, and the service attentive. The location was highlighted as being close to attractions and amenities. However, several guests were disappointed by the pool being under construction, and some mentioned parking challenges. Cleanliness and noise issues were noted by a few, but overall, the positives outweighed the negatives for most guests.
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Breakfast10 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Parking5 out of 10
Pool3 out of 10
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6.8
Okay
Anonymous, Aug 2020
Pros (+) I stayed for about two hours only, so I can't judge the hotel
Cons (-) I made a reservation directly with the hotel, I made sure that they will provide a room with two queen beds and a sofa bed. When I went to check in I was a different price than the one in my original reservation. The front desk had to contact the manager to see if they could change the price to match my original reservation, this took about a hour to fix. After that, we went upstairs to the room t...
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10
Wonderful
Jerry, Nov 2019
Pros (+) Every single employee at the front desk was a serious customer service professional. They were all incredible, I was actually surprised in a great way. Great Job to them all. Breakfast was also a great addition to the stay. They had this express pancake maker that would make 2 pancakes from 1 click of a button. Never seen one before, but it was pretty sweet.
Cons (-) A microwave would have been a nice addition to the room itself. I ended up just using the one in the lobby to reheat some food I had in the evening.
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Pros (+) Excellent spot. Can walk to Gas Lamp District and Little Italy. The rooms are extra large for hotel rooms, and the breakfast is fine. Parking is extra but very reasonable.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Aug 2018
Pros (+) I booked the king bedroom with a street side view. The rooms have a modern look and feel. The bathroom was nicely updated with sleek showers, but limited counter space.
Cons (-) The facility is oddly shaped and not easily accessible from different sides of the building. There’s only two main entrances- the lobby, in the buildings center closest to 7th ave; garage entrance on 6th. There’s only one main exit to get to the pool, which is the lobby. The location isn’t as central for tourists but perhaps good for business trips and those who need to access the financial buildi...
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Location

1430 7th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Air and Space Museum0.5 mi
  • Gaslamp Quarter0.6 mi
  • San Diego Zoo0.9 mi
  • PETCO Park0.9 mi
  • San Diego Convention Center1 mi
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot2.7 mi
  • Naval Training Center San Diego3.3 mi
  • Old Town San Diego State Historic Park3.3 mi
  • University of San Diego4 mi
  • Shelter Island4.1 mi
  • SeaWorld San Diego5 mi
  • Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery5.4 mi

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

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September
April
$192
$201
Cheapest month to stay with an average 23% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 160% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

The cheapest month to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is December, with an average nightly rate of $139. The most expensive month is July at $266 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

The cheapest day to book Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $144. The most expensive day is Saturday at $239 per night.

How far in advance should you book Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

To get the best price at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 25% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $144, while the most expensive was $209.
  • How long should you stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

  • Where is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG located?

    Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is located at 1430 7th Avenue in Cortez Hill, 0.4 miles from the center of San Diego. San Diego Air and Space Museum is the closest landmark to Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG.

  • Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG from the airport?

    Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is 2.4 miles from San Diego. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is 16.4 miles from Tijuana Rodriguez.

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0.4 mi
San Diego
2.4 mi