Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Petco Park in San Diego

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Property amenity
Exterior
Hallway

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
1430 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

Downtown San Diego stay.Your stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Petco Park and Port of San Diego. USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪University Club Atop Symphony Towers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Petco Park in San Diego
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1324 square feet (123 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1324 sq ft of conference space
  • 123 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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

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San Diego Holiday Inn
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1412 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1412 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 1412 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1412 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1412 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

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anitha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, Best breakfast, free 24 coffee availability, Laundry central to everything downtown, right by interstate 5
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk staff were very friendly, helped with recommendations on places to go as well as public transportation. Was always greeted with a "welcome back" when entering the hotel. Very clean hotel, decent free breakfast. Perfect location for those seeking nightlife and the party vibe in gaslamp area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

milad

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didnt like that its a bit far from restaurants and those uphill climbs..thanks to the availability of Circuit and Uber,we were able to ride to Little Italy,the Harbor Village and other places
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Staying in downtown San Diego.

Our stay was for one night only. We got in very late checked in, but accessing our room turned to be very difficult. The door lock battery did not work, which then required us to change rooms, ugh. After catching only four hours sleep construction noise woke us up, ugh. The layout of the hotel being multilevel was very different than what I’m used to with Holiday Inn express. Parking garage was horrible and we had to pay for the parking, ugh.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool was closed and staff was rude when we checked out early cause it was dirty and wanted a pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kacee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saydur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in the town y the breakfast excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at this property! The staff was incredibly nice and the continental breakfast was stellar. We also found the location perfect for walking to most major attractions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ariana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pool was closed, parking structure is difficult to maneuver
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025