Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near California Center For The Arts

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Free buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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1250 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA, 92029
  • Place, California Center For The Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Palomar Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stone Brewing
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Escondido

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from California Center For The Arts and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Palomar Medical Center. Highlights at this motel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a business centre. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Escondido motel include Stone Brewing and California State University San Marcos.

What's nearby

  • California Center For The Arts - 2 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Palomar Medical Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stone Brewing - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • California State University San Marcos - 5 min drive - 7.4 km
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 14 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 22 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Motel with free breakfast, near California Center For The Arts
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this motel measures 700 square feet (65 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Escondido motel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers 84 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 700 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$186.56, including 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG is Moonlight State Beach (19.8 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8 AM to 10 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, guests can't get enough of the free buffet brekkie here! It's the ideal place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura

I was delighted to get deliveries from Panera and from the grocery store. I felt very safe and the mattress was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Business traveller
It’s close to walking and grabbing food and it’s friendly place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Noel

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

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

April

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older hotel, elevator out of order. Staff was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very very friendly and helpful! The housekeepers did an amazing job keeping the facilities clean and organized. Only complaint is the rude parents that allowed their kids to run around all over the place at all hours of the night. But other than that the staff and facility was very nice and had plenty of options for dinner and lunch within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex B

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to many event centers
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

guadalupe

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The place its REALLY tight ... bathroom is the smallest thing ever ... AC had issues, finally made it worked ... its an old remodel hotel ... and the price, sky rocketed... not recommended....
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pramnath, Eagan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in, clean room, quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with family
convenient off the freeway and close to many restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gohar

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hrayr

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohit

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

Courteous, Comfortable and Conveniently located

The hotel is very favorably located for visitors to San Diego Safari Park. There are a lot of dining options within a few minutes driving distance and the hotel is conveniently located right next to the 15 freeway. Costco gas station is also less than 4 minutes away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025