Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg

$$$$||View on mapSan Diego, United States1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101|
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Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg
1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Staff8.3
Cleanliness8.2
Comfort8.2
Location8.2
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.7
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples26%
Groups15%
Solo12%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Staff8.3
Cleanliness8.2
Comfort8.2
Location8.2
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.7
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples26%
Groups15%
Solo12%

3-star family-friendly hotel with free hot breakfast and shuttle to major attractions

Dining & Breakfast

The Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg serves a Complimentary Express Start Breakfast each morning featuring rotating local dishes like scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausages. Guests can also eat at Cocina 35, the on-site restaurant offering meals beyond breakfast. A 24-hour coffee and tea station in the lobby provides additional refreshment throughout the day.

Amenities & Services

An effective shuttle service connects guests to major local attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and Gaslamp Quarter. The hotel has a heated outdoor swimming pool that is open year-round, plus a fitness center with exercise equipment. Complementary daily snacks and beverages are available in common areas, and the property maintains consistently high cleanliness standards.

Guest Rooms

Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Downtown San Diego include pillow-top mattresses and executive work desks with ergonomic chairs. Each room comes with a refrigerator for storing drinks and snacks. All accommodations are non-smoking, and accessible rooms with wheelchair-accessible features are available.

Business & Events

The hotel offers an 79 m² meeting space for events and conferences, along with a business center and fax/photocopying services. Concierge service and luggage storage are available for guests attending downtown events. The Holiday Inn Express near Petco Park is close to San Diego offices, making it a practical choice for business travelers.

Location & Family

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown is 2 blocks from the San Diego Trolley and within walking distance of Petco Park and the Gaslamp Quarter. The San Diego Zoo is a short shuttle ride away, and family rooms with kid-friendly buffet options are available. The hotel provides a safe, central base for exploring urban attractions.

  • Breakfast: Rotating local dishes included daily
  • Shuttle: Free shuttle to major attractions
  • Meeting: 79 m² event space
  • Pool: Heated outdoor pool open year-round
  • Location: 2 blocks from San Diego Trolley
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 0.1 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Panjabi / Punjabi
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:148
Former name
holiday inn express - downtown san diego, an ihg hotel
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Rooms and availability

King Room Hearing accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Queen Suite Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    6 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
Queen Suite Hearing accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • In-room computer
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg

💵 Lowest room price 88 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 4.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport San Diego International, SAN

Location

1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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Reviews of Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg

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FAQ about Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Staying at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel hotel, guests can visit San Diego Zoo (2.8 km from the property), Seaport Village Shopping Complex (2.3 km from it) and First Presbyterian Church of San Diego (500 meters away), among others.
What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel?
San Diego International airport is located within a 10-minute drive (5 km) from Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel.
Can we park our car at the inn?
Yes, at the inn there are parking spaces provided on site.
Are there any dining facilities close to the hotel?
During their stay at the hotel guests can enjoy a meal in the nearby restaurant Domino's Pizza offering cheap prices or visit Cafe de L' Opera with a high guest rating-9 according to guests reviews-as well as moderately placed prices.
What is check-in and check-out time at the welcoming 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of the welcoming 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What room types does the welcoming 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel hotel comprise?
The welcoming 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel hotel offers such room types as Suite, Queen Room, and King Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the inn?
Most rooms of the inn include a balcony and a dining area as well as a safe box provided for guests' security.
Is the 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel provides accessible bathrooms, rooms with accessible facilities, and wheelchair access to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Do you have a pool at the welcoming 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
Yes, the welcoming 3-star Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, An Ihg Hotel hotel features a swimming pool.
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