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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Start your day right with a quick breakfast on-the-go then unwind by the pool under sunny skies.

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area, an IHG Hotel is your haven near Mission Bay. Relax in the spa tub or by the outdoor pool, and refuel with a to-go breakfast or snack from the deli. With free WiFi and self parking, express check-in makes it easy to settle in quickly while enjoying access to a business center for work needs.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(124 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Point Loma, a neighborhood in San Diego, Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG is near the airport and near the beach. San Diego Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Bay and Balboa Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Petco Park. With kayaking, water skiing, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our San Diego travel guide
Map
3950 Jupiter St, San Diego, CA, 92110

What's nearby

  • beautiful creatures
    SeaWorld
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mission Bay showing a sandy beach
    Mission Bay
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park showing signage
    Old Town San Diego State Park
    2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pechanga Arena
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    4 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station
    4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center
    8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    13 min walk
  • Phil's BBQ
    7 min walk
  • Pizza Hut Express
    15 min walk
  • Chili's Grill & Bar
    14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

Hotel near Mission Bay
Located close to Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Hotel Circle, Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG provides free to-go breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business center and a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, an elevator, and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 37-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to January 31:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

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

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to January 31.

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

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG on Apr 5, 2026 start from CA $244, 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 - SeaWorld Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG located?

Located in Point Loma, this hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mission Bay and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Hotel Circle and Port of San Diego are also within 6 mi (10 km). Old Town Transit Center is 30 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very spacious room very clean close to everything restaurant stores Central located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

ANNMARIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved how close to the airport it was! Perfect place if flying in late night and needing a place for a night of rest before exploring San Diego. Property was kind of run down but staff were nice and parking was ample and free!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but excellent breakfast and VERY CLEAN!!! they were shampooing carpets while we stayed there. The staff was always washing bedding and the room service was top notch. I’d stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maximus Sai

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms, good breakfast, easy access to roads, lots of attractions nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, curteous staff, breakfast in the morning, free bottled water, Dove body care products.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at check in and clean room/hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, decent breakfast and I liked that breakfast didn’t end until 10. Overall, very satisfied and would stay their again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff was great. Full breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comfortable and everything was spotless. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel was clean. Staff courteous. Beds comfortable. The hotel is dated. Overall, a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

RHODA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. The room was clean and neat. The sheets and the pillows are good enough to lay down. The bathroom is clean and the shower is easy to use.The staff are friendly and the food is good too. I hope they can light up the area outside at night so it's not too dark and scary.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great with their customer service. And cleanliness of room was good. Overall great stay! Thank you, holiday inn staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherokee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was the best, every single one friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were very clean with shower amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Sea World theme park. . Friendly and courteous staff. Parking was easily accessible. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bindu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this hotel. Very clean and great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

We were surprised as to how clean it was and breakfast was delicious. My only complain was it was sometimes loud because it’s right by the freeway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantasic. The breakfast staff were very accommodating and helpful. The room was clean and housekeeping did a great job. Clean towels daily were appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely lovely aside from the breakfast attendants. The front desk, and cleaning staff were kind warm and treats us beautifully. The room was big. The pool was cold but it’s January! There was a planned power outage so that was not fun-however-the power came on early which was a blessing. The surrounding area is slightly disturbing with a small homeless population of which many are addicts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Breakfast was excellent . We were thankful they had a water filling station as well- small thing but a big thing for our family. Easy access to all the parks .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes they're very friendly 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajveer

Liked: Amenities
Staff was very nice and professional.Very helpful.. great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff were friendly. Felt safe in the hotel but the doors were locked and security guard was present. Surrounding neighbourhood was not very safe feeling. Dogs barking all night long was not restful. Breakfast room was super crowded but breakfast was decent. Close to Sea World.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025