Title: Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG Travelers find authentic Mexican cuisine and poolside relaxation at this downtown San Diego hotel where warm hospitality meets urban convenience ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/a459623d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/a0831a86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/59e49d5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/cea2c55c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/039abc97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown is near Waterfront Park and Port of San Diego. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet at family-run Cocina 35, then relax on the outdoor pool deck with sun loungers. The hotel's central location and helpful staff earn positive reviews. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Laundry - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 22 - Oct. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 23 - Oct. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=40681&PinnedHotelID=40681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 11 of 11 rooms ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/a427f6ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower) 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/bb60255d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Transfer Shower) 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### 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 ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/a7005091.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower) 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/22480116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower) 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/a59b232d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews ### 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/43dd72ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 8.6 Excellent 49 reviews ### 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 ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/9cc4e78c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 8.2 Very good 96 reviews ### 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 ![Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/248d474e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed 7.2 Good 10 reviews ### 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/b9ec9b49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony 8.0 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/22480116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony 8.4 Very good 21 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 ![Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40700/40681/43dd72ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed - 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[Visit our San Diego travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego.dx3073) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.72020%2C-117.15851&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ibLabiOh5zzHPdHONCk7_drtxGs=) 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 - ‪Achilles Coffee @ The Rey - ‬6 min walk - ‪Maestro Lounge - ‬3 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 a vending machine - A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and an elevator - 1 meeting room, free newspapers, and smoke-free premises - 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. 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Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=5597&PinnedHotelID=5597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG on Oct 29, 2025 start from CA $178.07, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-San-Diego-Downtown.h40681.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 801 8 - Good 366 6 - Okay 195 4 - Poor 65 2 - Terrible 67 ### 8/10 Good #### Omar Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great value for the price of the room and the free breakfast. ##### Omar Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janeen Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean corner room, great breakfast, safe and affordable ##### Janeen Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evangelina Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a very clean and safe place to stay ##### Evangelina Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna Gay Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The room was clean, the breakfast was really delicious and nice amenity to offer. The staff was very friendly. ##### Donna Gay Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marleny Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and breakfast was really good ##### marleny Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilma Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great staff. Good coffee ##### Wilma Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly! ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raul Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Safe ##### Raul Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything about this property was great. Would stay here again. ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I was very happy with hotel overall, but having it in a great location and very accessible to nearby shopping, eating, and Petco Park made this stay so enjoyable. Great to have a garage, but tiny spacing and sharp turns made me nervous. ##### Claudia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Nate Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities I enjoyed vacationing in the Gaslamp area. ##### Nate Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Everything was excellent, breakfast was great ##### Joanna Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Decent sized, clean room. Great breakfast in the morning. Barn doors on the washroom are not great. ##### Linda Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn B. Aug 27, 2025 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! ##### Kathryn B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valentino Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, comfortable, well maintained. Included breakfast was excellent with lots of options but should maybe be available untill 10am instead of 9 for late risers. Staff very friendly. ##### Valentino Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TeriLee Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Ariel is the best!! ##### TeriLee Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ahmed Jul 10, 2025 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. ##### Ahmed Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Nate Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Staff & service The staff were friendly. ##### Nate Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Neda Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and welcoming staff. Breakfast was good. ##### Neda Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great breakfast and excellent staff ##### Jacob Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Makayla Jun 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was overall a good experience and place to stay. ##### Makayla Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric n Hannah Aug 14, 2025 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. ##### Eric n Hannah Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DIEGO Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very clean and convenient location. Great breakfast. ##### DIEGO Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### muhammad Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness location is quite central ##### muhammad Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damaris Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was friendly, hotel was clean. ##### Damaris Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ocean Park Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Ocean-Park-Inn.h4207.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wayfarer San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-The-Wayfarer-San-Diego.h15555.Hotel-Information) > > [WorldMark San Diego - Mission Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-WorldMark-San-Diego-Mission-Valley.h40963.Hotel-Information) > > [Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Lamplighter-Inn-Suites-At-SDSU.h461101.Hotel-Information) > > [HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-HYATT-House-San-DiegoSorrento-Mesa.h328652.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-San-Diego-Hotel-Circle.h19220.Hotel-Information) > > [Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Legacy-Resort-Hotel-Spa.h41504735.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton San Diego Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Sheraton-San-Diego-Hotel-And-Marina.h11109.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-San-Diego-Old-TownSeaWorld-Area.h919096.Hotel-Information) > > [Humphreys Half Moon Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Humphreys-Half-Moon-Inn.h36183.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Seven Seas](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Best-Western-Seven-Seas.h1734.Hotel-Information) > > [Pacific Terrace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Pacific-Terrace-Hotel.h11528.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-San-Diego-SeaWorld-Area.h1676.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Island-Palms-Hotel-Marina.h9660.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Town Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Old-Town-Inn.h63693503.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-San-Diego-Bayside-By-IHG.h14703.Hotel-Information) > > [Kona Kai San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Kona-Kai-San-Diego.h28118.Hotel-Information) > > [Rancho Bernardo Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Rancho-Bernardo-Inn-San-Diego-A-Golf-And-Spa-Resort.h3007.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-San-Diego-Hotel-CircleSeaWorld-Area.h97876.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-San-Diego-AirportLiberty-Station.h1691980.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Hotel Circle](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-San-Diego-Hotel-Circle.h25536.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-San-Diego-Zoo-SeaWorld-Area.h40745.Hotel-Information) > > [Catamaran Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Catamaran-Resort-And-Spa.h24669.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Grand Del Mar](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Fairmont-Grand-Del-Mar.h1779742.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency La Jolla](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-La-Jolla.h21891.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-San-Diego-Airport-Old-Town.h5735.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Best-Western-Yacht-Harbor-Hotel.h21527.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Wyndham-Garden-San-Diego-Near-SeaWorld.h40962.Hotel-Information) > > [Town and Country San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Town-And-Country-San-Diego.h21394.Hotel-Information)