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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Mission Bay in San Diego

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Suite, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Reception
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3950 Jupiter St, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Place, Pechanga Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, SeaWorld
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(118 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Point Loma stay.Your stay at this Point Loma hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Also, Pechanga Arena is within half a mile (1 km) and Dog Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pechanga Arena - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • SeaWorld - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mission Bay - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Mission Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Phil's BBQ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Express Chicken - Big Daddies Burgers - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

Hotel near Mission Bay in San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite business center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offers 70 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. A pillow menu is available. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, 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). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to January 31:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

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 available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 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).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG is 5.5 mi (14-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 - SeaWorld Area by IHG?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG on Nov 2, 2025 start from $127.0, 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 - SeaWorld Area by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 2.8 mi (7-min drive) from Mission Beach and 11.2 mi (18-min drive) from La Jolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to January 31.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG to downtown San Diego?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG is 4.4 mi away from San Diego.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 612 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jarret

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst hotel stays in recent memory. From the misleading ad that stated two pools with an indoor and outdoor pool (there is only one outdoor pool) to pictures of the pool that are taken at a very deceptive angle to present it as a large pool - it’s only about 20 feet long the experience was a disaster. If we were staying longer we would move. The one pool was unusable the entire time due to foul filthy water that would likely get it shut down by a health inspector. The jacuzzi was also deceptively advertised. The actual size was for maybe 3 people. The parking spaces were sized for golf carts. If you do not have to stay at this hotel… Don’t.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room nice but was booked into an ADA room. Breakfast solid. Parking cramped. Area is rough. Our 3rd floor window overlooked a junk yard it seemed. Not safe and surprisingly high reviews for such a sketchy area. We got what we paid for but overall disappointing. Pool and spa is also cramped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Troy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

Bindu, cupertino

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this hotel. Very clean and great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The parking structure was too small. The break
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel if the amusement park is the reason for your visit. Conveniently 8 minutes from seaworld and 18 minutes from the zoo. Hotel is across the street from a grocery store and a 24 hour Dennys. Clean rooms, clean pool area nice and nice front desk at check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Business traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

terri

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy quick check in and check out. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenza

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice and very clean place to stay with the kids. It’s close to SeaWorld and most shopping stores. The breakfast was okay, but overall, we liked it we’re adding two more days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam, Ridgecrest

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are not soundproof at all, but they are clean as is the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cherrish

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

Not the best experience

We did not have a pleasant time staying at this location. The bathroom had mold on the walls. The A/C unit rattled all night it was miserable to try to sleep- tossed and turned the bed you can feel it slopes in the middle. The room and the whole hotel smelled like “old people” like a hospital or old folks home. (Love old people but this is the best way to phrase it) When asked for extra towels they said we need to write down how many and sign them off they track towels very seriously. The clean towels they restocked in the bathroom had long black hairs inner twined - very gross. We paid a decent amount for what we hoped for a pretty basic experience. One women was very sweet at the front desk but we did get a rude staff member at the front desk that was short and gave attitude. Did not take pictures but spend a little more and go somewhere else
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpfull. It was clean and quiet. The breakfast was great with many options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa, Victorville

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience. The front desk employee that checked us in is very nice. Room is clean. Breakfast is fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Definitely stay here

Great clean rooms, and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandra

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to the beach and other attractions'.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

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