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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

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Located close to Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Old Town San Diego State Park, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a framed color palette on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a framed color palette on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(128 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a white tiled floor.

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(90 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a television.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Mobility)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
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1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110

What's nearby

  • A city skyline with a prominent full moon in the sky, a marina with numerous boats, and a mountain range in the background.
    Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A dining room with a red tablecloth, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.
    Whaley House Museum
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A white building with green shutters and a balcony, labeled "McCoy House Museum."
    Old Town San Diego State Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A bridge at night with its lights reflecting on the water.
    Hotel Circle
    3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Spin Nightclub
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center
    5 min drive
  • Washington Street Station
    10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Coyote
    13 min walk
  • Old Town Mexican Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Little Italy Pizzeria & Pasta
    11 min walk
  • ARCO
    10 min walk
  • Spin Nightclub
    6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

  • Hotel near Old Town San Diego State Park
  • Located close to Marine Corps Recruit Depot 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
    • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Tour/ticket assistance, free newspapers, and ATM/banking services
    • 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 on-site 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)

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 Sep 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG on Sep 21, 2026 start from $178, 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?

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 Old Town San Diego State Park and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. 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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