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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

2.5 star property

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Free buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1250 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA, 92029
  • Place, Regal Escondido
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, California Center For The Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stone Brewing
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Escondido

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like California Center For The Arts and Palomar Medical Center. This 84-room motel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.
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What's nearby

  • Regal Escondido - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • California Center For The Arts - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Grape Day Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Patio Playhouse - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Stone Brewing - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 22 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and express check-in.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 700 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG on May 31, 2026 start from $140, 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.

What's there to do near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

This motel is located in Escondido, close to California Center For The Arts, Stone Brewing, and The Vineyard at Escondido. You'll also find Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge and Regal Escondido within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8 AM and 10 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 12.9 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 24.5 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG that offer a balcony.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 509 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

lisa

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Theresa, Henderson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and professional staff, clean room, great breakfast. Traffic going to In and Out Burger was our only issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Meet the need for a reliable place to stay very well
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Darlene, Turlock

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable but window was hard to open.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Selma

Clean, cozy room. All staff were professional friendly. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Nikki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mark was friendly and helpful with our check in. Room was very clean and I was impressed as I had read some negative comments about service and rooms. I would stay there again in the future. We had a room on 3rd floor, easy elevator access and it was nice quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was excellent from checking in to the great room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Lucius, Menifee

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ray

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was well maintained. Stuff was friendly and very helpful. Well situated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dayana

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Guillermo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast and wonderful fresh ground coffee with every cup!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Norma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Carpets, window seals need to be cleaned. Bathroom fan needs to be replaced too loud
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lots of space, very clean room and bath, very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ada

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities stood out for me, also having liquid hand soap and lotion by the sink impressed me.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff was fantastic and friendly. The rooms were clean and the staff were all very considerate.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Perry

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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