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Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, 92101, California, United States

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Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel, where sunshine, comfort, and a splash of fun await you! Nestled just 0.5mi from the bustling heart of San Diego, this delightful three-star hotel provides easy access to all the sights and sounds that this vibrant city has to offer. Dive into your California getaway with prices starting at just $135 per night and enjoy the perks of complimentary breakfast to fuel your adventures.

With 1185 rave reviews, guests have fallen in love with the hotel’s fabulous amenities, including a refreshing outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi to keep you connected, and a fitness center for those looking to stay active while away from home. The kid-friendly buffet adds an extra sprinkle of joy for families, while the terrace offers the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee or bask in the balmy San Diego weather.

Whether you're here for business or leisure, we've got you covered with meeting/banquet facilities and extra amenities like parking options, beach chairs, and non-smoking rooms. The 24-hour front desk staff are all smiles and ready to help you navigate your San Diego experience. So pack your bags and make your way to 1430 Seventh Avenue, where a memorable stay in sunny California is just waiting for you!

Embrace your adventurous spirit as you explore San Diego, and when you’re ready to unwind, the Holiday Inn Express - Downtown has just the spot! Step outside to the outdoor heated pool where adults can enjoy a splash while soaking up some Golden State sunshine. Whether you prefer a leisurely dip or lounging on a deck chair with a good book, this pool area offers the perfect backdrop for relaxation. Just imagine sipping on iced tea while the sound of laughter and splashes fills the air; it's all part of the San Diego experience.

For those early risers, let the delightful complimentary breakfast work its magic! Rise and shine with a range of tasty options to kickstart your day—think fluffy pancakes, fresh pastries, and an array of hearty choices to satisfy everyone’s appetites. The kid-friendly buffet ensures that younger guests are well-fed and fueled for a day packed with fun. The inviting dining setup, combined with the lovely terrace for your morning coffee, sets the scene for unforgettable family moments and energizing mornings.

With a bustling city to explore, there's no need for downtime at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown! Whether you're seeking thrilling outings or simply wanting to experience the local culture, this hotel is your gateway to adventure. With smiles and tips galore from the friendly 24-hour front desk staff, planning your itinerary has never been easier. So, slip on your flip-flops, embrace the Californian vibe, and get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime at this welcoming urban oasis!

Closest airports

San Diego International Airport

2.4mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

16.3mi

McClellan–Palomar Airport

29.1mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

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Rooms

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Room - 2 Queen, Balcony

2 Queen Size Beds

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Non-smoking rooms

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Experience comfort and relaxation in our spacious Standard Queen Room with Balcony, perfect for a family getaway. Accommodating up to 4 adults and 3 children, enjoy the convenience of two queen size beds and a tranquil balcony for a memorable stay.

King Suite in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

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1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

400 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Experience the ultimate comfort in our spacious 398 sqft King Suite, perfect for families. With a King size bed, sofa bed, and accommodating up to 4 adults and 3 children, the suite offers a private bathroom, stunning view, coffee machine, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, air conditioning, and more.

Standard Queen Room with Balcony in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

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2 Queen Size Beds

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Room - 2 Queen, City View

2 Queen Size Beds

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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King Studio with Sofa Bed in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

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Studio, King Size, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

450 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Queen Room - Hearing Accessible - Non-Smoking in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

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Queen Room, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

Balcony

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Balcony

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Standard King Room with Balcony in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

King Room, Balcony

1 King Size Bed

Free wifi

Business center

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Double Room with Two Double Beds- Mobility Access Tran Shower/Non-Smoking in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Double Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Standard  Room in Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

King Room

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Guest reviews

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1,185 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Edita

8.2

November 2024

The location was perfect—conveniently situated near all the key attractions and public transportation, it was easy to explore the area. I was especially impressed with the night check-in process, which was smooth and efficient. The staff was friendly and made sure I felt welcome even at a late hour. The breakfast the next morning was a real highlight

Unfortunately, my room faced the street, and it got quite noisy at night, especially with traffic sounds and people outside. The noise made it difficult to get a good night’s rest. To make matters worse, the neighbors’ TV was really loud, and I could hear it clearly through the walls.

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Dr

9.1

September 2024

This hotel, located approximately 15min walk to the Gaslamp District and Harbour Drive, was the perfect choice for a short stay in Dan Diego. Outdoor swimming pool and 24h gym. Rooms were very comfortable, in particular, the beds. Never slept in such a comfortable hotel bed and the linen was super soft, it made for a great night's sleep. Nice size balcony as part of room, overlooking pool area. Good breakfast buffet and helpful staff.

There was little not to like about this hotel. Great price for the facilities available and location!

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Adrian

8.2

July 2023

- They had a great breakfast with a clean breakfast room. - The price isn’t too bad, especially compared to hotels closer to the convention center. - The rooms are clean, the beds are comfortable, and there is a plentiful amount of soap/shampoo. - The Wi-Fi is pretty good for hotel purposes. - The hotel staff was friendly. - The hotel felt pretty safe since the only place a person can get in without a key card is the front door, and then they have to go past the front desk. I was not worried about safety. - You’re not too far from the airport (but you need a ride – not a walkable thing). - Your room will likely come with a complimentary water bottle or two and there are various places where you can get cold drinking water around the hotel (and coffee is on hand too).

- My AC wasn’t working well where I could never get the room to cool down to a cooler temperature. However, it’s San Diego, so it’s never too hot. - It’s pretty far from the convention center (if that is your destination). It’s over a mile walk but it is a safer walk than other hotels (just head to fifth street and you’re fine). - I wish they had some kind of shuttle service for those times when I needed quicker transport. - The exercise room is nice but it’s really hot in there. They could use a fan in there. - There is no bathtub (at least, not in my room).

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Tracy

8.2

October 2023

Room was fine but the hotel is very costly for what is offered. We paid almost $300 for 1 night and the room did have a interesting smell upon arrival but it went away after about 10-15mins. Had a view of the very small oddly placed pool.

HATED the driveway to enter onto the property and probably because people do not follow directions and parked their cars in the 1 way in / 1 way out, 1 car lane driveway. If you happened to enter and some dummy did not follow directions, you would be struck until dumbass came out. Do yourself a favor and park on the street until you can get your hotel parking lot parking pass. Oh, charging $29 a day for parking is crazy as well. The area is ok but it's not all that for expensive parking with NO security in site.

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Holly

8.2

May 2024

The location was excellent. Close to things, but still quiet.

At the end of our stay, we had an issue getting out of the parking garage. We were told to keep one access card to get out, but it didn't work. The car in front of us didn't even have a card to leave. They moved to let us get out, but our card didn't work. There was no attendant around. I pushed the button for help, no one came, my son got out of the car to find someone. By now there were at least 8 cars behind me. The attendant was outside stuffing her face, not doing her job.

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Gabriel

9.1

July 2024

Breakfast every morning was amazing! There was an excellent set of options! I loved that the roo. came with a fridge AND a microwave, which seems to be a rare combo in hotel rooms these days. The hotel staff was very pleasant and helpful!

The tub floor should had black marks on it (as if it had a bathmat there for years and was only recently removed, but otherwise, the bathroom and facilities were great!

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Janprivate

8.2

April 2024

Clean, quiet room. Secure, gated garage.

The hotel lumps the 'incidental deposit' with payment for the room rather than you paying for the room and a separate hold for the deposit. This resulted in a charge pending on the credit card for over 1 week. We stayed in many hotels during our road trip and this was the only hotel that did this. All other hotels kept the payment and deposit separate and we had no issue. Time for the hotel to update their processes.

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Kathleen

10

October 2024

Friendly staff, amazing breakfast options, rooms conjoined so family could be next to each other,we had an issue with the sliding door for the bathroom and maintenance fixed it quickly.

The parking structure is not made for roof racks on tall vehicles or have a cargo bag on top. I suggest unloading prior to entering. At night I heard planes taking off. But that still wasn't horrible.

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Rene

8.2

August 2024

The hotel room was very clean, and the view of the city was amazing! The staff at the hotel was also very kind and helpful. They were always willing to help with directions, extra towels, you name it.

The parking lot at the hotel seemed like a maze. It seemed the lot needed its own map to find elevators, exits, and stairs. You also have to do a full lap outside of the hotel to enter the parking lot.

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Agrita

8.2

December 2024

The breakfast was great, and available from 6.30am. The beds were very comfortable. Location quite good.

Having a barn door as a bathroom door was terrible, it does not close fully, so does not provide much privacy. The hotel rooms were quite noisy, we could hear the neighbours talking and the cars going past on the road outside

Points of Interest Around Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Attractions

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

0.8mi

Mingei International Museum

0.9mi

Embarcadero

0.9mi

Old Globe Theater

0.9mi

El Prado

0.9mi

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

1.1mi

Spanish Village Art Center

1.1mi

Liberty Station

3.5mi

Shelter Island

4.2mi

Point Loma

4.9mi

Mission Beach

6.5mi

Pacific Beach

7.4mi

Sunny Jim Sea Cave

11mi

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)

11mi

Heritage Park

16.7mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

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Stay rules - Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel

When are the check-in and check-out times for Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel?

Rooms at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel become available for check-in at 03:00 PM and guests are requested to check out by 11:00 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is parking available at the Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego. The hotel offers on-site public parking at a price of $38 per day. Reservation for parking is not required.

What's the nightly rate at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel has rates that begin from $135. Prices can differ due to room specifications and booking dates. Always add your desired dates for a precise quote.

Which room categories can I book at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel?

The Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego offers a variety of rooms including King Suites, Queen Rooms, Double Rooms with Two Double Beds, Deluxe Suites, King Rooms, and King Studios with Sofa Beds. All rooms listed have a non-smoking policy and range in size from 301 sqft to 452 sqft. The occupancy for the rooms varies, accommodating anywhere from 2 to 4 adults and 1 to 3 children. Bed sizes include King, Queen, and Double beds.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel?

Guests at the Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can relax and cool off in the outdoor swimming pool, which is heated and has a shallow end for guests' convenience. The pool is available all year round, ensuring that guests can enjoy a dip no matter the season.

In addition to the pool, guests can make use of the other facilities offered by the hotel. They can stay active and maintain their fitness routine at the on-site fitness center. For those who are interested in outdoor activities, there are options such as hiking and fishing available in the surrounding area.

Overall, guests have plenty of options to spend their time at the hotel, whether it's lounging by the pool, engaging in recreational activities, or working out to stay fit.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel feature a pool area?

The hotel has one pool available. It is an outdoor pool that is open all year round. The pool is heated and has a shallow end. There are age restrictions in place, and it is for adults only.

Can I use my credit card at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel?

No, you cannot use cash to pay at Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego, an IHG Hotel. However, they do accept major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, American Express, JCB, Discover, and Diners Club.