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Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg, San Diego
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About the Hotel
1430 Seventh Avenue,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101,
California
Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg offers a clean, non-smoking environment with essential amenities including a heated outdoor pool and complimentary breakfast. This 3-star San Diego hotel is situated near attractions such as Petco Park and the Gaslamp Quarter.
Rooms & Amenities
The comfortable guestrooms at Holiday Inn Express offer pillow-top mattresses, large work desks, and flat-screen TVs. Each room is equipped with a mini refrigerator and coffee-making facilities. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms.
Dining & Nearby Options
A free hot breakfast bar features scrambled eggs, bacon, and pastries available from 6:30 AM. Guests may also find a wide range of dining options in the nearby Historical Gaslamp District.
Leisure & Business
The hotel's outdoor pool allows guests to enjoy the California sunshine. Additionally, fitness enthusiasts can access a well-equipped fitness center during their stay. The hotel offers meeting space totaling 845 square feet for business gatherings.
Location & Transportation
Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg is conveniently located within a short walk of popular attractions including the San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Public transportation options include buses and the Santa Fe Depot train station, ensuring easy access to the surrounding area.
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The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Delicious Breakfast!
“The breakfast spread was fantastic, offering a variety of delicious options that fueled my day.” view full review
Comfortable Stay
“The room was impeccably clean and the comfy beds made my stay wonderfully restful.” view full review
Spotless Bathrooms
“The bathroom was spotless and well-stocked with plenty of soap and shampoo for my convenience.” view full review
Nice Refreshments
“I appreciated having complimentary water bottles and easy access to cold drinking water throughout the hotel.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Hiking
Golf course
Aerobics
Fishing
Services
Housekeeping
Laundry
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Sink
Bedroom
Electric blankets
Media
Flat-screen TV
In-room computer
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
1430 Seventh Avenue,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101,
California
Map view
1430 Seventh Avenue,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101,
California
City landmarks
Zoo
San Diego Zoo
2.8
km
Museum
USS Midway Museum
2.3
km
Mall
Seaport Village
2.3
km
100 Park Blvd
Petco Park
1.8
km
Museum
Maritime Museum of San Diego
1.5
km
Museum
San Diego Museum of Man
1.9
km
Museum
San Diego Air & Space Museum
2.0
km
Museum
The New Children's Museum
1.6
km
Monument
Little Italy
1.2
km
Convention Centre
San Diego Convention Center
1.8
km
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
1.1
km
1350 El Prado At the San Diego Museum of Man
California Tower
2.0
km
Museum
San Diego Natural History Museum
2.5
km
Museum
San Diego Firehouse Museum
870 m
Museum
Mingei International Museum
1.4
km
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
970 m
Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
1.1
km
Train Station
Santa Fe Depot
1.1
km
Museum
San Diego Automotive Museum
1.9
km
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
1.1
km
2115 Park Blvd
Veterans Museum and Memorial Center
1.1
km
Cabrillo Bridge
740 m
Garnet Street
740 m
Museum
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
1.3
km
Church
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
850 m
2131 Pan American Plaza Balboa Park
San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum
990 m
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art
1.1
km
Museum
Fleet Science Center
2.3
km
Museum
Museum of Photographic Arts
2.2
km
Nearby
Church
St. Joseph Cathedral
300 m
Restaurants
Donut Bar
310 m
631 B St
Domino's Pizza
150 m
1350 6th Ave Ste 185
The Taco Stand
290 m
645 B St
Pho Noodle Bar
320 m
550 Cedar St Ste 103 At 6th Ave and Cedar
Old Gallery Coffee House
290 m
641 B St
City Pizzeria
300 m
1165 6th Ave
7 Cafe
310 m
1152 7th Ave On 7th Avenue cross street B street
7th Cafe
310 m
1152 7th Ave
Grab & Go 6th Avenue
550 m
1180 6th Ave
Maza Grill Kabob
480 m
1350 6th Ave
Hodad's Downtown
740 m
945 Broadway
Plaza Deli
490 m
401 B St
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
6.5
Location
7.7
Service
7.8
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 6 reviews
4/5
based on 859 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 1220 reviews
#122 of 295 hotels in San Diego based on Tripadvisor
Julie
United Kingdom,
April
2024
5.8/10
The hotel gives off a motel vibe with thin walls and slow elevators, yet it offers a quiet experience and a nice view of downtown from the balcony. The parking structure is inconvenient, and the lack of AC in hallways is noticeable.
Rooms
5.0
The walls are thin, and the rooms are small, making it easy to hear the neighbors. I had to walk far from the last room to the property, which was discouraging. The hotel felt more like a motel, especially without AC in the hallways.
Service
5.0
The service was a mix – friendly staff and cool service, yet the experience was tarnished by crying and yelling in the middle of the night. The attempt to call the manager proved futile as there was no answer.
Location
8.0
The location is a standout feature, being exceptionally clean, quiet, and close to various attractions like the Cruise Terminal, downtown, Little Italy, and Gaslamp. Transportation options are readily available in the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent with a variety to choose from, although a bit challenging for plant-based eaters. The Greek traditional products were highlighted and enjoyed.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking, with slow elevators and an inconvenient parking structure. However, the quiet surroundings and the view from the balcony added a nice touch to the overall experience.
John
United Kingdom,
December
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is comfortable and cute, offering a full breakfast selection; however, the rooms face towards the building and the air conditioner is quite noisy to leave on during sleep.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable and cute but facing towards the building, and the air conditioner was noisy.
Service
9.0
The service was awesome, nice, and they even have a shuttle to the zoo.
Location
8.0
The location is good, exceptionally clean, modern, and well-maintained, with easy access to Gaslamp District, Little Italy, parks, and public transportation.
Dining
8.0
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were decent, providing complimentary shuttle service and various refreshments in the lobby.
John
United States,
October
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-good aspects. The rooms, although a little dated, were very spacious. However, they lacked automatic air conditioning, which was a bit inconvenient. The service was excellent, especially during check-in. The location was convenient for exploring nearby attractions, but it could be unsettling at night due to the homeless population. The dining experience was enjoyable and provided an opportunity to relax with a drink while taking in the city view. Overall, it was a pleasant stay with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although a little dated, were so spacious that my husband could easily move around. However, the lack of automatic air conditioning was a drawback.
Service
9.0
The service was great upon check-in. The staff were attentive and ready to assist in making my trip memorable.
Location
6.0
The location was fine during the day, with good access to nearby attractions like Gaslamp District and Little Italy. However, it felt deserted and attracted a homeless community after dusk.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was an added bonus, with the opportunity to have a drink while enjoying beautiful views. Though there was an extra charge for parking in the same building.
Facilities
7.0
George
United States,
September
2023
7.0/10
I stayed at the hotel and found the rooms to be very nice and clean. However, the walls are quite thin, and you can hear noises from neighboring rooms easily. The parking structure was challenging to navigate, so it's better to opt for public parking. The lack of AC in the hallways was noticeable, and the elevators were extremely slow, giving the impression of a motel rather than a hotel. On the bright side, there was a good selection of cable channels available.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, even though they were at the end of the floor.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly, but there was a bit of confusion with our booking initially. There were some disturbances at night with noise disruptions. The happy hour was a nice touch to mingle with other guests.
Location
7.0
The hotel is close to the San Diego zoo and beaches, about a 20-minute drive away. The location is pretty safe and convenient near the freeway exits, but access to the garage below the guest rooms was tight and challenging.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast had everything you could want, with a decent variety to choose from. Some minor improvements could enhance the dining experience.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities at the hotel were adequate, though nothing particularly stood out.
Kate
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.4/10
Upon arrival, the room smelled like cigarettes, and I even found a cigarette butt behind one of the dressers, which was disappointing. However, the room was clean and extremely quiet with a nice view of downtown from the balcony. The size of the rooms was a bit small for my liking. The service was friendly and helpful; they even assisted us in getting discounted zoo tickets. The location, while not in the center of Downtown San Diego, was still good and conveniently located near freeway exits, making it easy to get around. The dining experience was adequate and included in the rate, though I wished there were more vegan/vegetarian options. Overall, the hotel offers a great value for money with its excellent cleanliness and convenient location.
Rooms
7.0
The room smelled like cigarettes on arrival, but it was clean and very quiet with a nice view of downtown from the balcony. The size was small.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and helpful, and they assisted with getting discounted zoo tickets. They even delivered a warming early morning after I left the hotel.
Location
8.0
The location, while not in the center of Downtown San Diego, is good and conveniently close to freeway exits for easy access around the city.
Dining
5.0
The dining was basic with limited selection, but it was included in the rate. I wish there were more vegan/vegetarian options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers adequate facilities for a comfortable stay.
Frederick
United States,
April
2023
7.8/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms, despite being tastefully decorated with convenient amenities like USB ports, were unfortunately noisy at night due to families causing disturbances. On the bright side, the morning sunlight was a pleasant touch. The service, while polite and helpful overall, had a hiccup when the IHG membership was overlooked during check-in. The location was perfect for my itinerary, offering easy access to downtown attractions and being close to key areas like the Gas Lamp district and Little Italy. The dining experience was excellent, with a diverse menu and a shuttle service to the harbor, providing great value. Though the hotel had some positive aspects, such as its cleanliness and convenient location, the noise level and service oversight were aspects that dampened my stay.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were freshly decorated and had useful amenities like USB and mains sockets near the bed, ideal for charging devices.
Service
8.0
The service was generally great and polite, but there was an issue with recognizing my IHG membership during check-in.
Location
9.0
The location was ideal for my itinerary, being centrally located and within easy reach of downtown attractions like Gas Lamp district, Little Italy, and the ocean.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was superb, with a varied menu and a shuttle service to the harbor, providing great convenience and value.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were overall satisfactory, offering convenient services like a shuttle to the harbor and good breakfast options.
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