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About this property

Old Town San Diego Hotel Across from the San Diego Airport The Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport / Old Town hotel is situated in an outstanding location in America’s Finest City. We are located just off I-5 and I-8 and less than a mile from the San Diego International Airport (SAN). You will appreciate our free local area shuttle service to the airport, San Diego Convention Center, Cruise Ship Terminal, the Amtrak Train Station, as well as the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD). Our Old Town San Diego hotel location places you within walking distance of the trolley station and Historic Old Town. You will enjoy being a short distance from Balboa Park, Seaport Village, PETCO Park, Qualcomm Stadium, and Coronado Island. Looking to visit a local university? We are a short drive to both University of San Diego and San Diego State University. You will find a wide variety of shopping and entertainment at the nearby Gaslamp Quarter, Fashion Valley, Mission Valley and Horton Plaza. Don’t forget to check out the USS Midway, the Maritime Museum and any of the nearby world-famous beaches. Enjoy the free hot breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, business center, fitness room, outdoor heated pool, and 24-hour deli and convenience store.

Popular facilities

Wi-FiAvailable for a fee
Restaurant
Fitness centre
Beach access
24h reception
Breakfast available
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Good to know

Check-in
From 16:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Parking
Available for a fee
Airport shuttle
Available for a fee
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Late checkout
Available for a fee
Luggage storage
Available

Rooms

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Estimated reference price≈ €219.96 per night1 room, 2 adults

SUITE STANDARD

  • 1 m2
  • 1 x Queen-size bed 150-154 width, 1 x Sofa bed, 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width
  • Number of bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Direct dial telephone
  • TV
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Ironing set
  • Safe

2 Bedroom Suite Communication Mobility Accessible

  • 27 m2
  • 1 x Queen-size bed 150-154 width, 1 x Queen-size bed 150-154 width
  • Number of bedrooms: 1
  • Wi-fi
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Safe
  • Ironing set
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

  • 1 m2
  • 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width, 1 x Sofa bed
  • Microwave
  • Bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Direct dial telephone
  • TV
  • Fridge
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Ironing set
  • Safe
  • Wheelchair-accessible

SUITE DELUXE

  • 1 m2
  • 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width, 1 x Sofa bed
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Ironing set
  • Safe
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Bathroom

Guest reviews

Recent reviews shared by hotel guests

9/10
Excellent2986 reviews

Kian R.

10/10

Breakfast was a much nicer experience thanks to Adhraa. She kept the area tidy and the food fresh and stocked, greeted everyone with a smile, and was quick to lend a hand. At check-in, Mr. Ulises was warm and professional, walked me through the process smoothly, and took time to explain the hotel amenities and local attractions. Both of them made me feel well looked after at the Holiday Inn Express in San Diego. The comfortable accommodations and especially the staff made this a place I’d recommend.

Bhavesh K.

10/10

Steven, who drove the cybertruck, gave us some welcome ideas for Middle Eastern restaurants after we'd had plenty of Mexican and Italian food. My 10-year-old son was thrilled every time we rode in it. The hotel also has shuttle vans and a Tesla cybertruck for trips to Old Town and the airport, depending on availability. We were there for a few days in December 2025, and found the rooms clean, the service good, and the staff, including Adhraa and Art at the front desk, very helpful. The location was handy for getting to the airport, Old Town, Balboa Park, and San Diego Zoo by Uber. We were happy with the atmosphere and location, and would recommend staying here.

Camille D.

10/10

Nick picked me up at the airport and was genuinely kind and easy to talk to. The next day he suggested a great sandwich shop, then went out of his way to drive me there. Everyone I met on staff was friendly and welcoming. My room was spotless, one of the cleanest hotel rooms I've stayed in, and the whole property felt exceptionally clean. I'd happily stay here again and recommend it to visitors in the area.

Rohan D.

10/10

The rooms are quiet, clean, and well maintained, and there’s a good breakfast and free electric car charging. The location is great too, but the staff are the real standout. Ulises at the front desk is so polite and welcoming, and you can tell he really enjoys looking after guests. I’ve stayed here many times and haven’t met anyone like him. I’d book again just knowing he’d be there and I’d be in good hands. He’s exactly the kind of employee every Holiday Inn should have.

Amenities

Everything available at this property

54 Facilities

General Services

36 available
  • Year of most recent renovation
  • Total number of rooms
  • Number of floors (main building)
  • Double rooms
  • Suites
  • hotel
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Airport
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Check In Hour
  • Check Out Hour
  • Late Check Out
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Launderette
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
  • Supermarket
  • Shop
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Smoking area
  • Printer
  • Hot tub
  • Non Smoking Establishment

Accessibility

1 available
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Internet

1 available
  • Wi Fi

Parking

1 available
  • Car park

Meals

3 available
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast

Business Services

3 available
  • Conference room
  • Business centre
  • Fax

Pool and beach

2 available
  • Beach
  • Outdoor freshwater pool

Sports

4 available
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Gym
  • Fitness
  • Golf

Children

1 available
  • Babysitting service

Room Amenities

2 available
  • Towels and bed linen
  • TV lounge

What's nearby

Explore attractions, restaurants and transport around the hotel

60 places nearby
Closest Train Washington Street

441 m 6 min walk

Closest Bus Sunset Bl & Couts St

667 m 8 min walk

Top attraction nearbyOld Town San Diego State Historic Park

1.5 km 19 min walk

Dining nearby 20 Restaurants

75 m 1 min walk

Attractions

20
  • Old Town San Diego State Historic Park1.5 km 19 min walk
  • Waterfront Park2.8 km 35 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum3.6 km
  • San Diego Air & Space Museum3.7 km
  • Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum3.8 km

Restaurants

20
  • Las Brasas Taco Shop75 m 1 min walk
  • Adore Coffee House138 m 2 min walk
  • Lucea Inc150 m 2 min walk
  • Prospect Hospitality Lp379 m 5 min walk
  • Brick Oven Pizzeria407 m 5 min walk

Transit

20
  • San Diego International AirportAirport1.4 km
  • Washington StreetTrain441 m 6 min walk
  • Sunset Bl & Couts StBus667 m 8 min walk
  • Sunset Bl & Witherby StBus699 m 9 min walk
  • Sunset Bl & St James PlBus736 m 9 min walk
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Stay rules

Important conditions for your stay

Check-in16:00 – 05:30
Check-out11:00

Hotel information

Total rooms
123
Main building floors
3
Last renovated
2011