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Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

3 stars
1955 SAN DIEGO AVENUE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92110
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
54 reviews
It got better

We picked this hotel for the location being close to the airport, Old Town, the zoo and Sea World.... See full review

  • Spring Break Mom and Me
  • Apr 6, 2012
marine graduation

hotel was great, free shuttle to base , old town, zoo our3 days were great the staff were great... See full review

  • beetlejuice
  • Sep 8, 2011
The Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport / Old Town is situated in an outstanding location in Americas Finest City. Located just off I-5 and I-8 , guests will appreciate being less than a mile from the San Diego International Airport and minutes away from the Convention Center, Cruise Ship Terminal, Downtown (Gaslamp District), SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, world famous beaches , as well as many other popular area attractions. Guest will appreciate free parking and complimentary shuttle service to the airport, Convention Center, Cruise Ship Terminal, San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, the Amtrak Train Station, as well as the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD). Our guests will experience luxurious accommodations and a plethora of amenities including plush new bedding, a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, free wired and wireless internet, business center, fitness room, 24-hour deli and convenience store, outdoor heated pool as well as a 24-hour whirlpool. Our exceptional location places you within walking distance of the trolley station, Historic Old Town and a variety of restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Guest will enjoy being a short distance from Balboa Park, Seaport Village, PetCo Park, Qualcomm Stadium, Coronado Island, La Jolla, shopping malls such as Fashion Valley, Mission Valley and Horton Plaza, USS Midway, the Maritime Museum, as well as universities such as USD, SDSU and UCSD.

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Nearby airports
San Diego International Airport, (SAN), 1.00, MI; Ontario International Airport, (ONT), 112.00, MI; Los Angeles International Airport, (LAX), 122.00, MI;
Area description
Airport, airport

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Bath Tub
  • Business center
  • CD Player
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Computer in Room
  • Concierge Desk
  • Cribs Available
  • Desk with Lamp
  • Email Service
  • Free Airport Shuttle
  • Free breakfast
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free parking
  • Gift Shop
  • Golf
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • High-speed Internet
  • Honeymoon Suite
  • Ice Machine
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Maid Service
  • Microwave
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Parking
  • Phone with speaker
  • Pool
  • Porters
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Safe
  • Satellite TV
  • Shops/Commercial Services
  • Temperature Control
  • TV
  • Wireless Internet

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (54)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Overall score

4.1 / 5
54 out of 54
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.1
Value:
4.1

87% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
Spring Break Mom and Me
Minnesota, USA
Apr 6, 2012

It got better

We picked this hotel for the location being close to the airport, Old Town, the zoo and Sea World. The hotel had a shuttle and the drivers were great. We took the regularly scheduled shuttle to the zoo and Sea World. The hotel is located right next to the Pacific Highway. The rooms next to the highway had a lot of road noise. After one night in that room we asked to be moved across the hall. The rooms next to the highway had two beds but the other side of the hotel had only one bed rooms. That worked for us and the rest of the stay was much quieter. The staff was fabulous! Our request to be moved was handled quickly and politely. The shuttle drivers were professional and kind. The front desk staff was helpful with suggestions and directions.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Little Italy is a short, non freeway drive away. We ate at Mona Lisa's based on a recommendation of the front desk staff. Great food and authentic decor. Neat small grocery next door too.

Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

5
beetlejuice
Texas, USA
Sep 8, 2011

marine graduation

hotel was great, staff were great breakfast was very good free shuttle to the base, old town and zoo the drivers were all very nice and helpful even picked us up at airport ,could'nt been any better.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

5
beetlejuice
Texas, USA
Sep 8, 2011

marine graduation

hotel was great, free shuttle to base , old town, zoo our3 days were great the staff were great would like to came back again and would only stay at this holiday inn. BJ

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
Salt Flat Sam
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Aug 16, 2011

Great experience the parking is a bit tough though.

Overall a good experience. The parking is not the best but hey it is San Diego.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
cathee
San Diego, CA.
Jun 3, 2011

nice and convinient location

During our stay they were doing some construction right outside our window, so i asked to switched rooms which was no problem. The rooms are nice and fully upgraded, the bed was very comfortable, the bathroom was nice and the AC was a little old fashion and broke the last night, parking is free, the pool was heated, and lastly the complimentary breakfast was good is your basic breakfast menu and it's served from 6am-10am. Overall, we enjoyed the stay and would definitely stay there again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
DR MIHIR
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Apr 4, 2011

Good for Price

NO PLAY AREA FOR CHILDREN.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
San Diego Tourists
Jacksonville Florida
Feb 15, 2011

Good hotel, great location

After returning from Mexican Riviera cruise, we spent a couple extra days in San Diego before returning home. The Comfort Inn Airport at Old Town is in a great location - very convenient to Old Town (walking distance), close to downtown and airport, and just a few minutes away from Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo. Our room was larger than normal. Bathroom had a nice shower 'stall' with two shower heads (each end), but only one door. You had to careful not spray water into the bathroom! The TV was on the desk so it was difficult to use the desk and the TV at the same time. There was a separate satellite box apart from the TV and the remote only operated the satellite box. Front desk had to explain how to operate the TV. King-sized bed was comfortable. Hotel offers very good shuttle services - to airport, cruise terminal, downtown, old town, zoo. The continential breakfast was good, but not spectacular - they need a more space and a little better selection would be nice. Besides waffles, they have cereal/milk, danish and muffins, bagels/bread for toasting, boiled eggs, juice, coffee/tea and limited fresh fruit selections. They have an onsite laundry with coin-operated washers (3) and dryers (2) and sell laundry detergent in a small onsite store. We had rental car and parking in underground garage was very tight. Overall, we felt the hotel was a good value and a good choice for our stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Old Town is a 5-6 block walk (10 minute) walk from hotel.

Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

5
Lucas
San Mateo, CA
Feb 8, 2011

Wonderful value, Comfort Inn in Old Town

The hotel is centrally located for easy access to many parts of San Diego and actually was close enough to Old Town for a great afternoon walk. The value is excellent, with breakfast included and free parking. The beds were extremely comfortable and the wall mounted TV was great, so we enjoyed the Super Bowl game just settled in the hotel room. And the hotel even has a little store, so we were able to get snacks easily for the game. Wonderful experience!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Time-saving tip: In Hotel

So much was provided in the hotel from breakfast to snack store that we did not have to drive away until we were ready for sights around town. And the easy freeway access made all travel a snap.

Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
Squirt
Nixa,Missouri
Jan 23, 2011

Unbeatable for what I needed for my stay

very clean ,pretty relaxing and quiet . I was there for my grandsons's graduation from Marine Corp basic , went to Corando Island and to the Ocean lots . very nice trip my stay was great and I enjoyed it very much ,I would stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Time-saving tip: Not Applicable

Not a lot of eaterys real close to the motel however they had a great little convience store in the motel for snacks and etc.

Review of Holiday Inn Express SAN DIEGO AIRPORT-OLD TOWN

Reviewer score

4
exotica
Wa. state
Jan 18, 2011

Walking distance to Old Town San Diego

Easy access parking, hard to find in the area. It is right on the freeway , close to the airport, quite noisy, smoggy.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
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