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About the Hotel

1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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Close to the city center
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Rooms & Suites

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown has 148 rooms, including 10 suites. Connecting rooms are available. Guest rooms feature pillow-top mattresses, executive work desks with ergonomic chairs, TVs, Keurig coffee makers, and workspace. You'll find bedside outlets, a plush duvet and a choice of pillows. Rooms include a mini-refrigerator, iron with ironing board, and in-room safe. High-speed internet is available in all rooms.

Dining Options

The hotel serves a free hot breakfast bar with scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausages from 6:30 AM. Guests may dine at Sole Luna Café serving traditional Italian cuisine. A wide range of restaurants are located in the Historical Gaslamp District. Complimentary coffee is available in the lobby, and restaurant delivery service is available.

Leisure & Recreation

Guests enjoy access to a heated outdoor pool open from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The fitness center is open 24/7 and includes elliptical machines, free weights, and stationary bicycles.

Location & Transportation

Located in Downtown San Diego, Holiday Inn Express is near the Embarcadero, Petco Park, Historic Old Town, Coronado, SeaWorld, and the San Diego Zoo. The hotel is a short walk from the Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy. Lyft scooter parking is available. The hotel is located near Santa Fe Depot Amtrak station and San Diego International Airport (SAN).

Services & Amenities

Holiday Inn Express provides complimentary Wi-Fi, a business center with three computers, a printer, and copy services. The hotel has 845 square feet of meeting space and on-site sales professionals. Other services include daily housekeeping and laundry. Accessible rooms are available, including rooms with roll-in showers. On-site self-parking is available for 29 USD per day.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard King Room
2 persons
28 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
28 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Heating
Air conditioning
King Suite Non-Smoking
2 persons
37 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Air conditioning
One-Bedroom King Suite Balcony 1
2 persons
42 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
San Diego900 m
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 4.8 km
El Cajon (CJN) 24.9 km
Train
Santa Fe Depot 1.1 km
Coaster Santa Fe Station 1.2 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap 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

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • 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
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1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at USD 38 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Panjabi / Punjabi
Year renovated:
2012
Number of rooms:
148
Former name
holiday inn express - downtown san diego, an ihg hotel
Questions of the users
About Holiday Inn Express - Downtown San Diego By Ihg
Are balconies available in all hotel rooms?
03 February 2024
Only some upgraded rooms come equipped with balconies. Most standard rooms do not have this feature.
Is there a shuttle service that goes to the convention center?
12 March 2024
The complimentary shuttle operates between the airport, cruise ship terminal, and the San Diego Zoo, but not to the convention center.
What is the temperature of the pool water?
15 April 2024
The pool is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees Fahrenheit and higher throughout the year.
Is the swimming pool currently open for guests?
22 April 2024
Yes, the swimming pool is open for guest use.
What breakfast options are available during the pandemic? Is the pool accessible?
18 May 2024
Breakfast is provided daily, although the menu is more limited. The pool is also open from 9 AM to 10 PM.
How far is the hotel from the cruise terminal?
10 June 2024
The hotel is approximately 1.9 kilometers away from the cruise terminal.
In what proximity is the hotel to the Gaslamp Quarter?
25 June 2024
The hotel is located about 560 meters north of the bustling Gaslamp Quarter.
Can guests request a microwave in their room?
15 July 2024
Microwaves can be requested and are available for guests.
Is parking available onsite, and what are the rates?
30 August 2024
There is on-site parking available at a rate of $23 per vehicle per night.
Is there a security deposit required for reservations?
15 September 2024
A deposit of $100 is required on a credit card upon check-in for all reservations.
Are there designated smoking areas around the hotel?
01 October 2024
Smoking is prohibited on balconies and is only allowed in designated areas within the hotel.
Does the hotel have facilities for guests with disabilities?
28 October 2024
Yes, the hotel features accessible rooms and facilities such as elevators that comply with ADA requirements.
What type of breakfast is offered to guests?
10 November 2024
Guests can enjoy a variety of breakfast items, including eggs, sausage, fresh fruit, and pastries as part of the Express Start breakfast service.

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