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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

2.5 star property
Motel near California Center For The Arts in Escondido

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Free buffet breakfast
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1250 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA, 92029
  • California Center For The Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Palomar Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stone Brewing
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Escondido

In Escondido .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Escondido motel, you'll find California Center For The Arts and Palomar Medical Center. Also, Stone Brewing is within 3 miles (5 km) and California State University San Marcos is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • California Center For The Arts - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palomar Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Stone Brewing - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • California State University San Marcos - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 22 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Huckleberry's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Motel near California Center For The Arts in Escondido
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this motel measures 700 square feet (65 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Escondido motel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers 84 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    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

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG is 12.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

As of Aug 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG on Sep 1, 2025 start from $106.0, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG to the beach?

This motel is 17.8 mi (24-min drive) from Moonlight State Beach and 17.7 mi (24-min drive) from Grandview Surf Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Valley View Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG to downtown Escondido?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG is 0.9 mi away from Escondido.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronan

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ladies at checkin were awesome
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Awesome

Staff was excellent and very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

victor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mother’s Day weekend

Upon entering my room there was a big stain on the carpet. Looked like grease or gum. Coffee maker had leftover water from whoever used last. Breakfast in the morning was a really good surprise. Overall I was happy with this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rameswara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the money and stay, and no breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nestor

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryon

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

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

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect room for our group! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Felipe

No elevator!

The elevator was broken and you had to use the stairs it was broken when I got there and broken when I left 3 days later! The towels were to small I had to use two towels after I took a shower to dry myself!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run down with 8-legged friends

The building is really old and in need of serious updating. The rooms are very rundown. Our room was filled with spiders, I say filled loosely… we found three(!), and there were probably more that we didn’t find. The room and bathroom were super tiny and the shower had no water pressure. The highlight of our stay was the pleasant desk staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

San Diego Safari vacation

Wonderful location! Plenty of fast food within walking distance! Breakfast was best Irene wonderful cook big variety best ever! The elevator was down front desk carried our luggage to the second floor. We’re 75 yrs old and knees don’t work to good! Great location next to I-15 !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
loved the location and would stay here again 100 percent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

christian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

herlinda

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Convenient location/ all the things you need

We stayed in a suite and would do it again. Nice having the extra space with kids. Pool was good enough for the kids. Coffee/tea/hot chocolate available all day/evening and nice since they swam at night and we needed it to stay warm. Nice to have tables next to the pool so the adults had a place to sit play games. We didn’t use the kitchenette in the room, but if we need it next time we will. Location next to fast dining establishments couldn’t be more perfect. We got our water bottles refilled at the gym in the hotel. Breakfast was fabulous and had something for everyone. Would 100 percent come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was not happy with the sink, it was automatic and could not control the temperature. I am not sure if all of the rooms are like this or it is the accessible rooms which we had to take because of a last minute trip. Breakfast was great and the front desk clerk was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nawarat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Cayucos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They went above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This would have been a great place to stay for family. The only thing is the elevator is not working and my sister who just had knee surgery have to climb the stairs…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025