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Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Del Mar Racetrack in Solana Beach

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Free continental breakfast
Point of interest
Pool
Lobby sitting area
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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621 S Highway 101, Solana Beach, CA, 92075
  • Place, Solana Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Belly Up
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(78 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Solana Beach

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Solana Beach hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Del Mar Beach and Solana Beach. Del Mar North Beach and Belly Up are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cedros Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Solana Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Belly Up - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Del Mar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Del Mar North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • Solana Beach Station - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brigantine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Seven Seas Roasting Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Belly Up Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Grange Garden - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sunny Side Solana - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG

Hotel near Del Mar Racetrack in Solana Beach
Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Solana Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG offers 80 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, 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 offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 16 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 27 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

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 16.00 per day

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
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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)
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 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, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • 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 Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG is 15.1 mi (23-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Del Mar Beach and 5-minute walk from Solana Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 16.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG to downtown Solana Beach?

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG is 0.5 mi away from Solana Beach.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Solana Beach-Del Mar by IHG Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

david, RALEIGH

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sommar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

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

8/10 Good

Katie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Unfortunately they are going through a huge renovation so the lobby is out of commission as well as the elevator. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The overall experience was tainted by having to climb the stairs with my luggage and also not having a lobby to check in, get coffee, relax, etc. Felt as though they should've closed the whole property in order to do this renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
First off, they had no lobby for check in and the elevator was broken. Parking was horrible with construction items taking up most parking spaces. We had to check in where the staff entrance was which was tiny and unwelcoming for what we paid. The room was decent and clean though.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

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

Amazing location for beach goers, mostly good room

The hotel is in a pristine location -- quiet, easy to access and a short walk to a beautiful beach. The rooms were recently renovated so they're modern and clean, though I wish they had a microwave and a comfortable office chair. They offer fresh cookies at the front desk every afternoon for guests to snack on when they check in, and the employees are always friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is a typical hotel continental breakfast -- nothing special but a convenient way to fuel up for the day. Parking is $16 per day, which cuts into this hotel's overall value, but that's not uncommon for this area. Long story short: if you're visiting the San Diego area to enjoy the ocean, this is a great choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recently remodeled seemed cheap. Hate the automatic lights in the room. Definitely not my style.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ernest

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I paid for a suite and got a standard room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

10/10 Excellent

ricardo

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

Great stay! Great location!

The staff was amazing! I was very surprised how their renovation was dine. They did sn excellent job. The room was massive and the location is quite. For a Holiday Inn, this stay was amazing. The hotel is close to everything and the local beaches were a walk away. I highly recommend this hotel. I would definitely return. Thank you staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice, comfy hotel

The hotel was really nice. The location couldn't have been any better. The only reason for the good ratings instead of excellent was the hotel is a little older and shows a little wear. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruben

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ants in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

RODMAN, MESA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, location was perfect for us because it was close to the race track
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, clean and comfortable. The room was huge. Staff was very helpful and courteous. The hotel is going through a rebranding / remodel and some areas are still in transition but the completed areas and rooms are great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, CHULA VISTA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Love when breakfast is included but would like to suggest a higher quality pancake mix & oatmeal. And, it was way too hot in the breakfast room. Thankfully, the staff opened a door after we asked. Why no A/C in there or the hallways?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

RODMAN, MESA

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cathylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, says breakfast included and it was just a coffee bar,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Santa Clarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms have been renovated recently so were clean and updated. They are still working on pool area. Nice restaurants within walking distance. Staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025