Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area, an IHG Hotel is your haven near Mission Bay. Relax in the spa tub or by the outdoor pool, and refuel with a to-go breakfast or snack from the deli. With free WiFi and self parking, express check-in makes it easy to settle in quickly while enjoying access to a business center for work needs.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
Free parking
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
Hot tub
Business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Vending machine
Multilingual staff
Free newspapers in the lobby
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $147
$147
includes taxes & fees
$130 per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Room options
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Standard Room, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
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Suite, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 15 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 27 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 48 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 12 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 30 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 12 min walk
Phil's BBQ - 7 min walk
Jack in the Box - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG puts you just a 5-minute drive from Mission Bay and Hotel Circle. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, University of San Diego and Pechanga Arena are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Filipino, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
70 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast 6 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
37-inch TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Double sofa bed
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hydromassage showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to January 31:
Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
Outdoor pool
Hot tub
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
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).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, kayaking, and body boarding. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG is in Point Loma, a short 11-minute walk from Pechanga Arena.
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Parking
Location
Bed
Family friendly
Children
Restaurant
Elevator
What guests liked
Breakfast was well-stocked, excellent, delicious, and wonderful, with great food options. (81 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near beaches and offers easy access to the beach. (4 reviews)
The property staff was helpful in recommending and making reservations for nearby restaurants. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Thumbs up
Great stay
Eddie
Eddie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Lovely place.
This Holiday Inn is in a great spot. Great places near by. The staff is very friendly and helpfull. The whole building smelled and looked clean. Parking availability was great as well.
Karina
Karina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
Excellant traveler hotel
Down with the grandkids for spring break. Perfect location for SeaWorld and other San Diego activities. Close to Mission Bay beaches. Great breakfast. Staff friendly and available. Pool is small but there is a separate hot spa. Will stay here again.
Debbie
Debbie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Great stay at this hotel
Our stay was great. The location was scary at first, but ideal for sea world and the san diego zoo. the parking garage was a tight squeezebut managable for our large rental. The coffee was always fresh in the lobby and the breakfast was wonderful to wake up to. The hotel was very clean, there were perple cleaning all the time, Out of the 3 hotels we stayed at over the week, this was the best!
Bevela
Bevela, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 9, 2025
Nice room weird guy
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Recommended
Very convenient,very tidy and very friendly
Yu
Yu, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2025
Very clean, nice hot breakfast, only bad thing is parking, very tight
ELENA
ELENA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Nice hotel and close to SeaWorld
Hotel was clean and quiet .even though it was right next to the freeway on ramp. Pool was warm and was in just the right location for SeaWorld.
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
we enjoyed our stay
mariceliz
mariceliz, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Nice room and breakfast.
Bongjae
Bongjae, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2025
Overall a nice family friendly place to stay the night.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 5, 2025
Run down
Run down hotel in a shady area. Breakfast was fine but there was literally nowhere to sit in the lobby.
Amy
Amy, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 21, 2024
Friendly staff and good breakfast.
Jessica
Jessica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Staff very friendly
Peggy
Peggy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
Clean hotel
Lorraine
Lorraine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
WE WERE VERY HAPPY WITH THE HOTEL. EVERYBODY WAS VERY NICE
MARY LOU
MARY LOU, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 5, 2025
Great location and price. Advertised pool and hot tub. Doesn’t look like they’ve been used in years.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 13, 2025
The front desk is rude. We were at a sleepover. I paid for the room online. My husband and small kids checked in and they wanted payment again so it held funds we needed for our trip because even though they charged me the insisted on charging us again on a new card. I even talked on the phone and offered a photo ID and card picture. Little kids wait for me to have to come and take care of it. Ridiculous.
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 10, 2025
Staff was great and accommodating. Room was not perfectly clean but decent. Location is perfect to our needs.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Great hotel with friendly staff!
Omar
Omar, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Great central location for many activities. Not real walkable.
Deborah
Deborah, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Very nice area
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
The place is clean and the service was great for the price is a great value
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Always available tea , coffee, water in the lobby. Also hot chocolate and freshly baked cookies in the evenings. As well as excellent mini shop.