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
Hallway
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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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.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(95 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 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
(48 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

  • ‪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 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.

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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. 765 out of 1443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1443 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

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

6/10 Okay

Kwang

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Overpriced parking fee

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tresean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathie

Unsafe, was not
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some of the cleanliness was an issue and also I didn’t like the sand swirled ceiling in the lobby, other than that it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was not friendly or helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased with everything. Easy access to coffee in the mornings, easy to fill large water bottles. Within walking distance of restaurants. I will definitely keep this location in mind for a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Loreliv A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and it was comfortable people were nice i just wish there was a jacuzzi
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe, Durham

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good welcoming staff and easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel room was nice and clean! The staff were really nice and includes free breakfast as well as a gym!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Travelled with family
For what you pay you it’s okay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and quiet. We got a good restaurant recommendation. We also got an upgrade from the room we originally booked. It was nice and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great spot very pleased
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie, Tucson

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jae-won

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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