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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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Exterior
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
BBQ/picnic area
Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Place, Whaley House Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • El Campo Santo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Whaley House Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Heritage Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 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

  • ‪bcb Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Mexican Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪ARCO - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Indio - ‬10 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on May 3, 2026 start from $162, including 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. 741 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1066 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quick and easy to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. The room was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone on the staff was great. We were treated like royalty from the front desk to the shuttle drivers to the lady that cleaned our room and the breakfast staff.i will definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marty, Independence

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything! Staff was wonderful and very attentive . We took shuttle everywhere and they were happy to help us! Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room. Courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate the Marine family guests. Truly appreciated the access to the shuttles, that will take you to almost all the local attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hospitality with Nick and Art!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
So noisy all night with other guests running and laughing loudly outside our door, a large group of guests drinking and smoking heavily in the patio area being aggressively loud. The breakfast was subpar super salty and cold and no juice the machine was broken the coffee was so bitter too. No one unlocked the pool so we couldn’t use it. The staff were so nice though. Very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Andrzej

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean enough, staff not very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Uneventful stay. It was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Room was clean, comfortable, and very spacious. King suite was fantastic! Front desk staff is excellent. Shuttle service readily available to Old Town and Marine Recruit Depot. Really fantastic service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service above and beyond. Zart Ely n Nick amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Airport and cruise port shuttle were great bonuses. Hotel was across the street from a great taco shop
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, the staff was very friendly. Negative: noise from the freeway was bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gini

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Art, Steven, and all the staff were excellent ! I really enjoyed my stay, the breakfast was extremely good and the room was kept clean. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Duol

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026