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Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this National City hotel

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1645 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA, 91950
  • Place, Paradise Valley Medical Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ginecologa Del Rosario
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Prime Health Care
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Accessible Tub)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

National City

In National City .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Balboa Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and San Diego Zoo is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Las Palmas Dog Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Paradise Valley Medical Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ginecologa Del Rosario - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Prime Health Care - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 10 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • 47th Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪85˚C Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this National City hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 840 square feet (78 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This National City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 840 sq ft of conference space
  • 78 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG offers 91 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2023.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel National City San South Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City Hotel
Hotel Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Diego
Express Diego National City
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG is 9.9 mi (20-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 South - National City by IHG?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG on Dec 20, 2025 start from $132.0, 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 South - National City by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 8 mi (12-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 14.9 mi (23-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG to downtown National City?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG is 0.7 mi away from National City.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Margo

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

8/10 Good

DANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
place was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had a very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

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

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

Friendly staff, clean room , water was hot , A.C. was cold. Can’t ask for much more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Breanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vicente

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay at this hotel. Very clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco Antonio

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and room. Breakfast is good but need dairy free creamer. Getting into hotel could be better bc it is hard to make a left turn into it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, rooms and building were clean as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dorian

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entrance and exit is just around a blind curve in the very busy road next to the interstate 805, otherwise the property was excellent condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY ELIZABETH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sevice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jung Hsuan

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

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convinient and safe, about food the breakfast cause it always egg , think about anysubstitute
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff , lots of great places to eat in the area. We stayed here for comicon, great location. Far enough away to not have huge crowds in all the restaurant and only a short drive to convention. 10/10, great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025