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

Reviews

9.2 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, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Whaley House Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 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
(35 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

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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
  • Heritage Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • El Campo Santo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Whaley House Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ‪El Indio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪ARCO - ‬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
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 Feb 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on Feb 5, 2026 start from $144.0, 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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 737 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1056 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lalita

Very friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovhana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CINDIE

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport with shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

6/10 Okay

clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy on second floor and parking was very tight in some spaces
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu would of been nice if it changed,also shuttle drive was on point at all time when needed to go to and from Airport and MCRD great place to stay i would definitely come back to this hotel on my next trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Janeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki, San Tan Valley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Appreciate free shuttle for the airport and cruise ports. Friendly staff, average rooms, good breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that they offer shuttle big help
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We attend marine corps bootcamp graduation. The hotel was absolutely awesome they offered shuttle services.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

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

8/10 Good

MARGO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was nice. The shuttle service was great. For the most part staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jesily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was great! Overnight staff was awesome. Shuttle to the MCRD was fantastic. There was a guy in the garbage cage just outside our window digging through trash that made me nervous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who is looking for a 5 star experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shuttle service was excellent - Picked us up at the airport and, if you have a marine graduating, they will take you to the base and pick you up. The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was average but very clean and has a refrigerator, microwave, and safe. Plenty of towels and a very good modern shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved having the airport shuttle. They shuttled our family to and from the MCRD for both family day and graduation. The hotel offers shuttle to a few restaurants. The rooms were so clean and the beds are really comfy. The staff are always helpful and so friendly. I would recommend this hotel to anyone and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, the room was exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025