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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Petco Park in San Diego

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Property amenity
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
1430 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(91 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Transfer Shower)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Transfer Shower)

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

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 234 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Downtown San Diego stay.Your stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Petco Park and Port of San Diego. USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Petco Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Port of San Diego - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 17 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪University Club Atop Symphony Towers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Petco Park in San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 123 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 38 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. 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 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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 Downtown
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown Hotel San Diego
San Diego Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is 3.6 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 Downtown by IHG?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG on Jul 8, 2025 start from $153.0, 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 Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 7.8 mi (17-min drive) from Mission Beach and 6.1 mi (16-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 38.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is home to Cocina 35, which features Mexican cuisine.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG to downtown San Diego?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG is 0.3 mi away from San Diego.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1378 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Nice location convenient to get around
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was great. the neighborhood walkable. Parking was there but definitely drive slow. the corners of the structure is tight.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Abby

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rundown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alyssa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
While the staff was very nice and accommodating, our original room had a leak which caused water to fall onto our plugged in AC. Our new room (which they switched us quickly), was not private like the original reservation. Instead, it was meant to be a connected room. The guests in the next room were loudly partying and it sounded as if I was in the room with them due to the connecting doors. I complained twice that night and did not get any sleep. Instead of taking money off of my bill, I was given points instead. So, in all, I paid the full $224 to listen to a room full of men partying until I finally fell asleep around 2:30 am. I was exhausted the following day so it was hard to enjoy my trip. I rarely travel so I’m not even sure when I will use the points, we only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ji-Youn, Latham

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

8/10 Good

Yoko

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

WILLIAM

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

Was a nice stay

The room was nice and comfortable, employees very friendly. The only thing that was tough was the parking garage. The parking was very narrow and tight fits.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

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

10/10 Excellent

alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hepful staff. Quiet, even though it was a saturday night!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shuo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Diego

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking garage is not good for large vehicles and the parking fee is $38, per night. No carts available for carrying luggage to room. Carpet in room is old, stained and needs a good cleaning. Very little counter space in bathroom and sink is next to shower head in tub making it difficult to turn on shower valve due to shower door not opening far enough. Breakfast was good and had a large variety to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ravella

Traveled with family
Friendly and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

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

Great Family Stay Before Cruise

Mari at the front desk was fantastic! She made great recommendations for dinner and was able to get us into our room early after our early flight. It was a great stay for us! Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tim

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

10/10 Excellent

Zakiyyah

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

2/10 Terrible

Veronica

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025