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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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa 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

  • Regal Escondido - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • California Center For The Arts - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Grape Day Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Palomar Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Stone Brewing - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 22 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 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.

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Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG on Jan 25, 2026 start from $111.0, 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 17.7 mi (24-min drive) from Grandview Surf Beach and 17.8 mi (24-min drive) from Moonlight State 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

KATHLEEN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking and convenient location was great. Overall, the room was OK although the overall lighting was very limiting. Staff were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edbar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you for your kind smile. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was scary and lots of sketchy people in the area and since the location has busy intersection, lots of cars and lots of shopping centers, which is always busy and loud. The bathroom had broken tile and was outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property felt safe and was very clean. The only issue I had was the elevator and walkway to our room felt stuffy and hot, and the room had a mildew-like smell to it. Other than that it was a safe and clean option to stay overnight. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, SANTA BARBARA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's always great staying here. Staff is friendly and the rooms are always comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaila

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

10/10 Excellent

carol

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mark was the best so helpful kind
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Great for quick family stay

We were there on a family trip for the in San Diego, and really liked the hotel. Kind of small but very clean, especially being right off the freeway. Very friendly and very close to a lot of quick eats and retail stores, in case we forgot something. Overall very nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was a little old and outdated, but staff was very friendly and helpful and the rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, parking excellent, clean room, convenient.
Beach at Oceanside
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Third stay this year, it’s dependably great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was si helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

CHRISTIANA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milcah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always comfortable and convenient to stay at Holiday Inn Express. This particular location has dated televisions. I could not connect to my fire stick I always carry with me to all by business trips. Other than that, I do love Holiday Inn Express.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner wasn’t effective at all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025