Skip to main content

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.

Choose dates to view prices

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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is S$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(99 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Mission Valley
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,294 reviews
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110

What's nearby

  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Heritage Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whaley House Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mormon Battalion Historic Site - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 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

  • ‪El Indio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪ARCO - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shakespeare Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Regal Beagle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Spin Nightclub - ‬6 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 return 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 sunloungers
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
  • A porter/bellboy, a lift and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 126 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and microwaves

Similar properties

Property grounds
Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

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 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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
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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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
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.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

As of 20 Dec, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on 1 Jan, 2026 start from S$201.66, 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 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 at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG?

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?

Checkout 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.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

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

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 722 out of 1041 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1041 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1041 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1041 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1041 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Weldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff,breakfast,transportation
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amenities, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful. Free shuttle to Old Town and the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, the room was exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated room. Good breakfast. Friendly shuttle driver.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CINDIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport with shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frazier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff. Room was clean, with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and the staff were all very gracious. They even let me check in very early when I arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here twice now and the staff were wonderful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Appreciate free shuttle for the airport and cruise ports. Friendly staff, average rooms, good breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was horrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Costiniano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport. Nice shuttle driver. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The heated pool is so soothing after a long day of traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and Shuttle service were terrific.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, room service was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aristides Antonio Rodríguez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exelente
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Goog place to stay! Would book again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge Aron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025