Holiday Inn Express Airport Old Town is ideal for business and leisure travelers, located within 1 mile walking distance of OLd Town, 37 restaurants and Old Town Trolly Tours. We are just 3 miles from downtown, Lindbergh Field Airport, San Diego Convention Center, PetCo Park, GasLamp Quarter, and the World Famous San Diego Zoo, and Seaworld.
The hotel offers full service amenties including an award winning free deluxe breakfast buffet including Belgian waffles, pastries, muffins, fresh fruit, yogurt, bagels, and a variety of cereals and juices.
Hotel amenities include free parking, free airport shuttle, free wireless and wired internet,24 hour deli, heated outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, and business center.
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Local Attractions:
OLd Town 1 mile, Sea World 3 miles,San Diego Zoo 2 miles, Balboa Park 2 miles, PetCo Park 2 miles, Beaches 3 miles, Convention Center 2 miles, Gaslamp Quarter 2 miles
Hotel Reviews for Holiday Inn Express Airport Old Town
4.0out of 5Based on 231 guest reviews, Very Good
Based on 255 traveler reviews
Value
Rooms
Cleanliness
Service
Excellent
85
Very Good
90
Average
45
Poor
22
Terrible
13
Most Recent Traveler Reviews:
“It was nice till.............”
May 20, 2013
Mike G
This place was very nice. Front desk was very friendly, staff said hi every time we passed them by. We had a spa room and it was very large, very...
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This place was very nice. Front desk was very friendly, staff said hi every time we passed them by. We had a spa room and it was very large, very clean! Things went well till 4:00 am when our neighbors couldn't find their room! The guy kept pounding on our door to let him in. I got up told him wrong room and of course his room is next to ours where continued to make noise at 5:00 am. Finally he left and everything was great. Overall it's nice. Parking is a little tight but free. Walls are a little thin though. I would stay again. « less
“Mixed Bag”
May 20, 2013
MarkCC, Carlsbad, CA | Trip type: Couples
This hotel is a mixed bag.
The room was an OK size and clean and had a comfortable bed, but the room backed up to a highway and there was...
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This hotel is a mixed bag. The room was an OK size and clean and had a comfortable bed, but the room backed up to a highway and there was a little car noise (but we could sleep through it). The hotel is fairly close to the airport and has a free shuttle but there are numerous comparably-priced hotels closer to the airport if that is a priority. Also, the first shuttle isn't until 5:00 AM so if you have a really early flight you will need to take a cab. It provides a free shuttle to Old Town but that is because it's too far to walk. There are hotels and motels much closer. It has an underground garage, but the spaces are really quite small. It has a shop that sells an unusually large selection of food items but that is because it does not have a restaurant and there is none within a short walking distance. There is a breakfast buffet but if you have a very early flight the buffet won't be open yet. The hotel provides free coffee in the lobby but the coffee was cold every time we tried it. The staff was friendly and helpful. « less
“Good hotel stay.”
May 20, 2013
rc49456, Tampa, Florida | Trip type: Couples
It's very convenient to Old Town which you can go by hotel shuttle or a short walk through safe roads. The hotel is clean and quiet even though it is...
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It's very convenient to Old Town which you can go by hotel shuttle or a short walk through safe roads. The hotel is clean and quiet even though it is right next to a highway. The breakfast is wonderful and the staff is very helpful. « less
“Pre-Cruise Stay in San Diego Old Town”
May 20, 2013
Rigatoni58, Nashville, Tennessee | Trip type: Solo travel
I enjoy sailing from San Diego and have always stayed in the downtown area within walking distance of the pier. A huge medical convention was in town at the time...
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I enjoy sailing from San Diego and have always stayed in the downtown area within walking distance of the pier. A huge medical convention was in town at the time I needed a room, and the only rooms I could find were in the $300-$400 range, and that was only because I’m a Hilton Honors Diamond Member. Other cruisers couldn’t find a room downtown at any price.
I expanded my search beyond the downtown area but still within a reasonable cab ride from the airport and to the cruise terminal. I found a reasonably priced room at the Holiday Inn Express in Old Town, but it was a pay-in-advance, non-refundable rate. I thought I’d look around a little more before making that kind of commitment, and to my dismay, the next day the rate had gone up by $40. Obviously I needed to lock something in, so I reluctantly pre-paid for my room. This was definitely a case of supply and demand.
A big reason why I chose this particular hotel was because they offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport and also to the cruise ship terminal. When the shuttle pulled up in front of the hotel after picking me up, I realized I had stayed there before in 2007 when it was the Comfort Inn. Since that time it’s been remodeled and refurbished both inside and out.
The rooms are clean, basic, and comfortable. A complimentary hot breakfast is offered in the morning. The breakfast area is large and there was no waiting for a table. There’s also a small business center right off the lobby, as well as a well-stocked store when you can purchase food and beverages and anything you forgot to pack or need in the way of toiletries. The hotel staff was helpful and had a lot of local knowledge about things to see and do in the area.
You can arrange to have the hotel’s shuttle drop you off and pick you up at any number of restaurants along San Diego Avenue. I preferred to walk, especially after a four hour plane ride. The area is safe and well traveled. I walked down one side of the street to the State Park and then back on the other, stopping along the way to eat at a Mexican restaurant. I also purchased some wine at a liquor store to take with me on the ship.
Overall I enjoyed my stay and would stay here again. That said, I felt I had to overpay, due to the circumstances, for what is still a Holiday Inn Express. And one last thing. This is a pet peeve of mine. I could not believe how few guests tipped the hard working shuttle drivers. You would think with a complimentary service that people could spare a few dollars to show their appreciation. « less
“Perfect for an airport stay”
May 20, 2013
Steadmang, Glasgow, United Kingdom | Trip type: Business
Stayed at this hotel a few times as its really handy when you are flying from San Diego.
Staff are freindly, rooms are comfortable, clean and quiet.
There is a...
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Stayed at this hotel a few times as its really handy when you are flying from San Diego.
Staff are freindly, rooms are comfortable, clean and quiet.
There is a small outdoor pool, and a hot tub further down.
There is nowhere to have dinner in teh hotel, but there is a 24 hour shop which has everything - if you need a snack, or a keyring this place has it all! Breakfast is served in the hotel. I've always flown too early to try it though!
Cancellation: Individual Reservations, 48 hour cancellation, Group Reservations 2 week cancellation and cutoff
Nightly Parking:
0.00
Typical Group Deposit:
25%
Total Taxes:
12.50%
Total Misc Fees:
$0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Amenities - Holiday Inn Express Airport Old Town
Air conditioning
Airport Shuttle
Alarm clock
ATM
Central location
Complimentary breakfast
Complimentary newspaper
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Credit card accepted: JCB
Electronic key card
Elevator
Facilities for the disabled
Fax available
Fitness and health center
Free local calls
Garage
Hairdryer available
Handicap accessible
Ice Maker
Internet - wireless
Internet - ethernet
Ironing facilities
Jacuzzi
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Office or business center
Private bathroom in room
Radio in room
Refrigerator
Safe in rooms
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Shop
Shower
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone
Telephone in all rooms
Television
Travellers cheques accepted
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Airport & Shuttle Information - Holiday Inn Express Airport Old Town
Only 3 miles from San Diego International Lindbergh Field Airport (SAN) with FREE shuttle service.
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
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