Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

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

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$302
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Explore the area

Map
1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 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
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of San Diego - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 6.7 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

  • ‪BCB Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Mexican Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wolf - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬13 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.

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish

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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 20 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 cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • 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

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 20 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 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on 22 June 2025 start from AU$301.59, 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 20 per night.

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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice with an awesome view!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

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

10/10 Excellent

Ailed Jazmin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and location. Too many homeless people around the property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin, property looks nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enriqueta

We loved the shuttle ride service to Old Town which runs until mid-night!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and loved how the parking has a garage that was only accessible via your room card by scanning it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

Greatest experience ever

Everyone was great very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUDY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent place to stay near Old Town. They have an airport shuttle, and also they will take you to Old Town and pick you up. The employees were all great. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an easy check-in with friendly staff. I appreciate the cleanliness of the rooms and the ease of access to the airport. We continue to use this hotel every year, multiple times.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Short stay

Eli at the front desk is always a pleasure. Both van drivers were prompt and friendly...a well run HI
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Fort McMurray

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique, Redford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle driver was very nice and front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Jetted tub room looked the same as photos. Only downside was that there was no heat in the bathroom and the week that I stayed was very cold and raining. Room was spacious and housekeeping staff was nice. Location was near freeways and other cities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing comfy bed, very clean room with everything you need for a cozy stay, helpful staff, free shuttle to the airport. The only thing was I got a veggie tray from the little market store by reception and the veggies were all spoiled.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, check-in and out, breakfast, room (cleanliness, beauty, space) and self-parking. The room ventilation was miraculous. First hotel we’ve stayed EVER where the ac didn’t sound like a jet taking off every time it kicked on—it was absolutely silent and kept the temperature constant throughout the night. Art at the desk was amazing! Expert, efficient and friendly. Exuded pride of ownership in everything he did. He was at the desk when we checked in at 8:00pm and he was still there/there again at 8:00 am!! The breakfast was amazing. The staff was on top of keeping everything available, fresh, hot and the serving area clean. Only drawbacks were the noise (abutting freeway and, just our luck to be surrounded by constantly slamming doors and coughing people), cleanliness of breakfast tables/floor, and self closing bathroom door. Wonderful overnight get stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
pillows very big uncomfortable, difficult for sleeping
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is well located. close enough to Old Town you can walk but there is a shutttle from the hotel as well. Rooms are basic but clean and beds were comfortable. The only downside is being on the side with the freeway, as it’s pretty loud. Breakfast was good and we enjoyed our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ted

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

cherryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The receptionist was absolutely delightful, very helpful, we have stayed here beforev& will definitely do so agsin. The driver was also wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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

Nice hotel near the airport

We enjoyed a 2 night stay at this hotel near the airport .. the room was comfortable and the breakfast was satisfying. There's a convenient shop near the front desk for many food and health items.. the free shuttle ride to the airport was great! Art helped with our questions and was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very clean and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to old town and has a shuttle to old town. the staff at front desk are very friendly. breakfast is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025