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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Petco Park

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Hallway
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown, an IHG Hotel is near Waterfront Park and Port of San Diego. Unwind with a delicious breakfast buffet at the Mexican cuisine family restaurant, Cocina 35 or soak up the sun on the outdoor pool deck with sun loungers. Guests rave about this hotel's helpful staff and location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(95 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 273 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

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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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 441 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
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

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighborhood in San Diego, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is near the airport and near a metro station. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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1430 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Petco Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Port of San Diego - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 17 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee @ The Rey - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Petco Park
Located close to Port of San Diego and San Diego Convention Center, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG 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:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • 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

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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

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

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • 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

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)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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

Is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Aug 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG on Sept 7, 2025 start from CA $203.37, 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.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 38.00 per day.

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 is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability).

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

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

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Diego Civic Theatre, Petco Park, and Port of San Diego. San Diego Convention Center and Waterfront Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 9 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 767 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1446 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

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location with onsite parking (for additional daily fee). Room was clean and comfortable. Had a nice outdoor area with tables and chairs. Friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nate

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I enjoyed vacationing in the Gaslamp area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this property was great. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TeriLee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ariel is the best!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and welcoming staff. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric n Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was very friendly, especially towards my Familia (they helped them during their arrival). The Breakfast was very good and warm (Coffee was very fresh). Overall, we got plenty of rest before and after our trip to SeaWorld.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nate

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok! Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are regular guests at this wonderful hotel we love everything about it. Friendly staff cleanliness and breakfast are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness
location is quite central
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this Holiday Inn Express very much. The Staff was awesome. The Food was excellent. We felt that our Car was very, very secure. Thank you so much for all you do for myself and our Familia Holiday Inn Express.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIEGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and convenient location. Great breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was overall a good experience and place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The neighborhood around the hotel was less pleasant. Plenty of homeless people and the sidewalks were not particularly clean.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and excellent staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing. Pool was smaller than expected and in a nook with little to no sun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here on a vacation with my granddaughter. All of the staff were friendly and helpful, the room was clean and we felt safe walking around the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damaris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, hotel was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Excellent breakfast buffet... the ladies working there where on it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in staff were super nice! The place is in a bit of a sketch area if you are walking at night but for the most part i felt safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I T was so nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025