Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Marine Corps Recruit Depot

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Exterior
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed
Free daily buffet breakfast
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

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1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Whaley House Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

At Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Old Town San Diego State Park. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a free airport shuttle. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Mission Hills hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from University of San Diego and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from USS Midway Museum.

What's nearby

  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whaley House Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mormon Battalion Historic Site - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Presidio Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Washington Street Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Indio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪ARCO - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shakespeare Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Regal Beagle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Spin Nightclub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

You'll find a business centre on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Parking is available for a fee.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 126 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG offers 126 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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
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.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)

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, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • 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 Airport Town Old
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport Old Town
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town Hotel San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport Old Town Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town 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 San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

As of 11 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$235.44, 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 San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is Mission Beach (6.8 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers give high marks to the free buffet brekkie here! Offered daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 5:00 AM - midnight.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1034 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayme

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always amazing and so friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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

Good for the money

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy shuttle to MCRD. Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Phoenix

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here twice now and the staff were wonderful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Donald

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manny

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, room service was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

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

10/10 Excellent

rosalyn

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

6/10 Okay

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place for families who have a Marine graduating!! This is our second time in one year to be here for graduation. Our oldest graduated last year and the place we stayed was too far and not a good location. This time I booked with Holiday Inn Old Town and from the minute they picked us up from the airport we felt welcomed and the transportation to and from was so easy! They take you to the base and pick you up. They also shuttle to airport, Old Town, and a couple other places. This was so nice and convenient! Nick, Art, and all the staff were so nice and welcoming! We even got to ride in the Telsa a few times and that was super cool. 😎 Much better experience than last and having the shuttle was so worth it!!! Thank you for a wonderful stay, Semper Fi 🇺🇸
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located right by I-5 and all the two-bed rooms are overlooking it. They tried to accommodate us as far away from it as possible but the noise was still unbearable unless you keep the windows closed of course. The parking downstairs is probably no more than 30 feet away from I-5 with no noise barrier. The noise there is horrendous, and they charge a parking fee for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RJ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, amazing staff and a wonderful room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025