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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 star property
Welcoming retreat near Old Town San Diego with attentive staff, airport shuttles, and concierge assistance for effortless exploration.

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town offers a convenient location, complimentary breakfast buffet, sunny terrace, outdoor pool, dry cleaning, and in-room WiFi. Its proximity to Old Town San Diego State Park adds to its appeal.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(122 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(87 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG is in Mission Hills, a walkable area in San Diego with great airport proximity. San Diego Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Town San Diego State Park and Mission Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Petco Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110

What's nearby

  • Room in Whaley House Museum, old town of San Diego
    Whaley House Museum
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A city skyline with a prominent full moon in the sky, a marina with numerous boats, and a mountain range in the background.
    Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    Old Town San Diego State Park
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spin
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Spin Nightclub
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • bcb Cafe
    2 min drive
  • Cafe Coyote
    13 min walk
  • Old Town Mexican Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Little Italy Pizzeria & Pasta
    11 min walk
  • ARCO
    10 min walk

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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 transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Secured, covered self 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 crib
  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • 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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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 age 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

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

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

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

Located in Mission Hills, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Old Town San Diego State Park. University of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Washington Street Station is 10 minutes by foot and Middletown Station is 25 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 768 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1086 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great!! Everything was wonderful, clean and the nicest staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice rooms. Close to everything so it was nice to be able to have dinner in Old Town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and fresh! Clean room and the staff is excelent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free shuttle to the airport was the key factor in our choice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Joey L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and convenient to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is always super clean and the staff are so kind and attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, and only a 15 minute walk to Old Town. Also conveniently located close to the airport just a short shuttle drive away.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location and amenities if you are in town for a Marine graduation.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine

All the stop were very kind and helpful check in was very smooth rune was clean and amenities great especially the shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was very clean and super quiet. I wasn't sure with it being on the highway but it was great. Close to the airport and nice store to pickup snacks and things. Gated underground parking along with small area at ground level. All doors and gates required room key so felt very safe. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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Staff was great- very helpful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stanley

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Staff was great and room was great also
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

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The room was clean, amazing services, staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't have time to eat, but they had a good selection of snacks in the lobby. The free shuttle ride to the airport was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was absolutely the best Holiday Inn Express I’ve ever experienced. Staff folks were friendly and helpful, the room was spacious, clean and comfortable, the breakfast good and the free shuttle to the airport was much appreciated. Also note that the property is a pretty short walk to San Diego Oldtown. An excellent choice for a short stay in San Diego
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrianne

The room was clean and it was a great location. Still close to downtown San Diego
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean, staff was so great and nice! Breakfast area was always clean and fully stocked! Loved the underground parking! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

t

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing. Especially Nick, our unofficial tour guide.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charger for electric cars was free! Huge advantage for us. Staff was so helpful and they have a shuttle to Old Town. Only downside was being so close to the freeway we could hear all night. Had to download a fan app to drown out the noise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean room, the little store is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. The breakfast was nice. Friendly staff. Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every hotel area we accessed was incredibly clean. Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. We’ll stay here for any future San Diego visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there to attend my son's Marine graduation. This hotel was perfect. We were able to shuttle everywhere we needed to go. The staff was incredibly helpful! I highly recommend this hotel! We will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was Fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026