619-299-7400
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Hotel Size:
125 Rooms , 3 Floors
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Amenities
- Airport shuttle
- Family Rooms
- Room service
- Free breakfast
- Swimming pool
- Wheelchair accessible
- Business center
- Meeting rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Data port
- Dry cleaning/laundry
Enjoy old-world charm and modern comfort at the Holiday Inn Express Old Town San Diego. Whether you're there for work or pleasure, this convenient Old Town San Diego hotel offers spacious accommodations in a landmark location, brimming with timeless charm. Once you've settled in and unpacked, explore the historic landmarks, specialty shops, and restaurants that surround this popular San Diego Old Town hotel. Stroll among the swaying palms and striking architecture of nearby Balboa Park - best known as the home of the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Play with a bottlenose dolphin or dine with Shamu at Sea World. This comfortable lodging destination provides access to numerous attractions from an exceptional setting. The hotel is nestled in the heart of Old Town San Diego, California, just four blocks to the San Diego Trolley, for easy transit and four-and-a-half miles from San Diego Airport (SAN), only five miles from downtown and the Gas lamp Quarter and 10 minutes from Mission Beach and Belmont Park.
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this place is cute because its in old town. our room was on the 3rd floor and had a balcony that opened up to the courtyard (pool, jacuzzi and fountain)....
We booked a block of rooms here for our wedding. Everyone was very friendly, the rooms were clean, the free breakfast and shuttle were awesome perks. The...
I love the fact that the front desk was very respectful and took the time to immediately solve an issue that we had. This hotel is very lovely, clean, and...
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Moldy average
Friendly front desk. Spanish style. Nice bed. Room was in another building. Small rooms - even though I had a king bed. MOLD in tub. Gave me a ...
What A Dump!! DON'T EVEN BOTHER
We made reservations for three nights but left after one. For the price of $160, including taxes, fees, and $12 underground parking, here's wha...
OK For A Short Stay
We stayed here recently for several days while vacationing in San Diego. We arrived late due to flight delays and were assured that our room wo...
nice location
We chose the HIE Old Town based on reviews in this and other sites and were not disappointed. The extra cost for a courtyard room was worth it....
wonderful experience
Overall, this was a very lovely experience. We typically stay at higher end hotels like Hilton or Hyatt but tried this Holiday Inn Express to s...
Surpassed Expectations
Stayed here for six nights with my husband when visiting San Diego for fun. We booked the hotel through Hotwire for $39/night, and it turned ou...
Yahoo Travel Reviews
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this place pumps out brown bath water
you know when you watch a scarry movie how they say dont go in there ,Well Dont go in there ,ps the management dont care and the maintenence is...
Great Hotel, Great Location!
I loved the location..right in Old Town with all the restuarants, shopping, and close to the trolley (so you can take the trolley downtown easi...
Not environmentally friendly
Likes:-Its got great location. -There is breakfast.Dislikes:-They used all styrofoam and plastic plates and utensils-They don't smile- They pu...
Would Stay again
It is close to everything in Old Town. We were fortunate to park on the street across from check in and Old Town is walking distance. We had ...
Good hotel, lots of tourists, a bit expensive
I stayed here at the end of September, 2006. The hotel is located in the heart of Old Town San Diego, and is an easy walk to the restaurants an...
Great Old Town Location
Upon check-in, they answered all our questions about the surrounding area, gave directions and suggestions for dining. Confortable room with m...
Travelocity Reviews
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The hotel is okay but not as descriped online. The bed linens had stains, window was broken and would not shut or secure, & ""free"" shuttle service was always late or a no show. If you like Mexican food, that is all the resturants within walking distance.
The hotel is okay but not as descriped online. The bed linens had stains, window was broken and would not shut or secure, & ""free"" shuttle service was always late or a no show. If you like Mexican food, that is all the resturants within walking distance.
Not having stayed at this location in my many trips of 30 years to San Diego I have found the location for future visits based on several things: Close to all attractions; inexpensive; clean; friendly staff; all rooms non-smoking; would encourage others to stay there. A sure bet!!!!
Pleasently surprised, The Holiday Inn Express Old Town was conveniently located within easy walking distance but away from the noise and bustle of San Diego's Old Town. Tourist attractions, shops and restaurents were close by, as was the Old Town Trolley a very neat way to get around San Diego. An extra bonus was the incredible restaurant - El Agave across the street. Easily one of the best in the area.
Enjoyed our stay here, although we were surprised by the 12 optional parking fee for the underground garage (some street parking is available, but it's scarce) - I missed seeing the fee mentioned when I booked (& it's listed as 9, not 12). But the room was extremely clean & comfortable, the front desk staff was friendly & helpful, and we could walk to Old Town. Didn't get to try the complimentary breakfast since we had to leave at 6am & they didn't serve until 7am. We'll stay here again next time.
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Budget-minded travelers appreciate amenities like complimentary breakfast buffet and a kids-stay-free policy.
Since its 1952 debut in Memphis, Tenn., Holiday Inn has become one of the most recognized hotel brands in the world. In addition to
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