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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Mission Hills stay.Your stay at this Mission Hills hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Old Town San Diego State Park. University of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Washington Street Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Indio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪ARCO - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shakespeare Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Regal Beagle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bhojan Griha - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Hotel near Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

You'll find a business center on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Parking is available for a fee.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 126 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers 126 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • 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.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel San Diego Airport Town Old
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport Old Town
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town Hotel San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport Old Town Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is 3.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

As of Oct 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on Nov 2, 2025 start from $136.0, 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 San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 5.8 mi (13-min drive) from Mission Beach and 8.6 mi (20-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG to downtown San Diego?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is 2.5 mi away from San Diego.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1027 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained older property. Clean. Well decorated and furnished facility. Helpful staff! Dependable airport shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people at the front desk were very helpful to me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nashali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

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

10/10 Excellent

Yvette, Chicago

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I was fine with all of it. Everyone was courteous, my pick up driver was extremely helpful and answered all my questions. I thought I would need outside services to get to the airport but I didn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I like about the property was it had everything I needed and it was close by old town restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went for a Marine graduation. They picked us up from the Airport, quickly. At check in we were surprised that they offered a shuttle ON THE BASE to bypass the security, saving a TON of time. Art, and Alex have SPECTACULAR customer service. we had an issue and they switch rooms without question. turned out to be construction that had nothing to do with them, but they still made sure we were happy asap. they offered shuttles to certain areas and if needed also a taxi service. I will highly recommend this for 5 stars for all military families. Getting to the airport was also the best experience leaving as well!! awesome experience guys, really!!
View from the Patio, base right across the freeway!
Shuttle to Old town, we spent half the day looking around.
the second half, they shuttled us to Little Italy.
We walked to the water and they picked us up after we were tired from walking!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was good and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell, Oklahoma City

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle to and from Airport and the MCRD! They will also take you to and from Olde Town :) Amazing, accommodating and knowledgeable staff!!! Rooms are updated and comfy!
MCRD and airport
One of their “shuttles”
Downtown skyline from Paris area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. The shuttle to the airport was prompt and nice for an early flight.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLA, HIGGINSVILLE

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Easily facilitated early check in. Room clean. Bed very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadera

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Harutyun

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

10/10 Excellent

Corrine Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

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

Graduation

Excellent!! Staff always friendy and helpful. All areas of the facility were spotless. Although I didnt eat breakfast during my stay I did peek in and noticed it clean, organized and well stocked. I would recommend this hotel to anyone thats in the San Diego Old Town area. Also to those that are attending graduation at the MCRD. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mistyit, Indio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, clean rooms, heated pool. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

pauline

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So easy and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!! Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025