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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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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG (San Diego)
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
(36 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

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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

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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
Map
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
  • Heritage Park
    Heritage Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    Old Town San Diego State Park
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • El Campo Santo
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ARCO
    10 min walk
  • Wolf In The Woods
    17 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Hotel near Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Located close to Old Town San Diego State Park and University of San Diego, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and a gift shop
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 126 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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)

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

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. 743 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1063 reviews

Reviews

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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

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

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
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great- very helpful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and room was great also
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, amazing services, staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night 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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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

Kuldeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location close to San Diego international airport. Hotel has wonderful breakfast free and free airport services provided . I love the location . I am going round 2 soon visit the hotel. Great service. I enjoyed one night stay over. Five stars from me to hotel. Hotel staff do great service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean well maintained property and room. Easy quick professional check-in. Breakfast was good but not great. Needed a few more selections. Will stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

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

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very enjoyable. It was a smaller boutique hotel feel. There is a free shuttle to the airport and also they'll take you to Old Town, an area with restaurants and shopping. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I would give the staff 5+ stars for their service excellence. The rooms were well kept and clean with a mini fridge and microwave. A free breakfast was included. Very good variety, hot and cold options. There was also 24 hour coffee and fruits available in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean (I checked with an ultraviolet flashlight). The view of the freeway was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Airport and cruise port shuttle were great bonuses. Hotel was across the street from a great taco shop
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 2 nights-- everything about this place and how we were treated was excellent!!! The airport shuttle was great, the pool was heated, the room was clean & quiet, even with the highway close by (super quiet AC and bathroom fan), the breakfast was awesome with lots of variety and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay a pleasant one. Thank you Nick, Art, Ulises, and Adhraa-- you're the best :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate the Marine family guests. Truly appreciated the access to the shuttles, that will take you to almost all the local attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re going to the Marine Corps graduation this place is awesome. The shuttle service is top notch, staff is very courteous and on top of things. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, clean room, shuttle service to/from airport and marine base
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone on the staff was great. We were treated like royalty from the front desk to the shuttle drivers to the lady that cleaned our room and the breakfast staff.i will definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026