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About the Hotel

635 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, California, United States

“The location is perfect for exploring San Diego's highlights effortlessly!”view full review

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley By IHG is a 3-star hotel featuring modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. This non-smoking hotel provides easy access to key attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld, making it convenient for both leisure and business travelers.

Rooms & Amenities

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley offers 104 rooms, including 36 suites with features such as a flat-screen cable TV, mini-refrigerator, and ergonomic work desk. Each room has a private bathroom and enhanced walk-in shower experience, with a choice of pillows for a restful sleep.

Dining & Options

Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast daily, featuring items like eggs, meats, pancakes, and yogurt. The hotel also has a 24-hour coffee area for guests to access beverages at any time.

Leisure & Business

Leisure amenities include an outdoor heated pool and a state-of-the-art fitness center open 24 hours. For business needs, the hotel offers meeting facilities and a business center.

Local Area & Transportation

The hotel is within minutes of attractions such as Fashion Valley Shopping Mall and historic Old Town. Nearby transport options include the San Diego Trolley and bus services, facilitating access to local points of interest.

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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

King Room Hearing Accessible or Non-Smoking

Max:

2 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

San Diego 1.9 mi

Airports

San Diego International (SAN) 5.3 mi

El Cajon (CJN) 13.9 mi

Train

Coaster Old Town Station 1.9 mi

San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 1.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 24 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Dryer

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Game room

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

635 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, California, United States

Map view

635 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, California, United States

City landmarks

Zoo

San Diego Zoo

2.1 mi

Museum

USS Midway Museum

3.2 mi

Park

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

1.7 mi

Amusement Park

SeaWorld San Diego

3.4 mi

Landmark

Old Town

1.6 mi

Shopping Area

Fashion Valley

1.0 mi

University

University of San Diego

1.4 mi

Mall

Seaport Village

3.5 mi

Museum

Whaley House Museum

1.6 mi

Landmark

Mormon Battalion Historic Site

1.5 mi

Landmark

Lazy Acres

3700 ft

Golf Course

Riverwalk Golf Club

2500 ft

Landmark

Univ Of Ca San Diego Med Ctr

2600 ft

Church

First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego

2600 ft

Landmark

Mission Valley Christian Fellowship

2700 ft

Park

Old Trolley Barn Park

1.5 mi

Theatre

Divisionary Theatre

1.3 mi

Landmark

Venture Catalyst Inc

3200 ft

Landmark

Ultrastar Cinemas Mission Valley

4800 ft

Landmark

Saint Vincent de Paul Church

3600 ft

Landmark

Landmark Theatres

4900 ft

Landmark

Old Town San Diego

1.7 mi

Bridge

Spruce Street Footbridge

1.5 mi

Landmark

San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine

5200 ft

Church

Mission Hills United Church Of Christ

3900 ft

Landmark

Cinema Under the Stars

4000 ft

Landmark

Parent AS Partners Assoc

4000 ft

Landmark

Broadway San Diego

1.4 mi

Nearby

Legacy International

900 ft

Education America University

1800 ft

Restaurants

Boudin Bakery & Cafe

4800 ft

7007 Friars Rd Ste 357

Rubio's Coastal Grill

4100 ft

7007 Friars Rd Suite 931

Sbarro

1.0 mi

7007 Friars Rd

Cafe Socrates

1.0 mi

7007 Friars Rd Ste 945

Sarku Japan

1.0 mi

7007 Friars Rd Ste 935

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

James

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in San Diego. On one hand, the hotel was modern and clean, with spacious rooms and great water pressure in the shower. On the other hand, I faced issues with security and service that left me feeling uneasy and unvalued as a guest. The combination of these pros and cons leads me to rate my stay a 5.

Rooms

6.0

My room was spacious and modern, and I appreciated the cleanliness. However, I encountered issues such as the shower temperature being inconsistent and the bathroom door not staying open. Overall, it had its comforts but also several drawbacks.

Service

5.0

I found the initial check-in to be friendly, but subsequent interactions with staff were less than impressive. When I raised my concerns about security and service, I didn't receive the attention or apologies that I expected.

Location

5.0

The location was somewhat tricky to access but reasonably close to attractions. Still, the road noise was a downside as it affected the overall comfort of my stay.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast offered a decent selection, but the hot options were often lukewarm. It would have been nice to have more variety throughout my stay.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel featured nice facilities like a pool and hot tub, which I enjoyed. Unfortunately, there were issues like a malfunctioning sink and difficulty in accessing certain amenities, which detracted from my experience.

Christopher

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in San Diego. The location was great, and the hotel offered an excellent breakfast that saved me time and money. However, I did have some issues with noise in the morning and a few minor cleanliness concerns in my room.

Rooms

8.0

The room was mostly clean and comfortable, although the dresser looked old and beaten up, which was a bit off-putting. I appreciated that the hotel required a room key to access the building from the parking lot for added security.

Service

10.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. I particularly enjoyed chatting with Brittany during the night shift and appreciated Elizabeth's warm send-off in the morning. Overall, the service really made the stay enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, with easy access to major attractions. I loved the large lobby space that opened towards both the pool and lobby area, creating a welcoming environment.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was a highlight, featuring a variety of hot options like scrambled eggs, sausage, and pancakes. It was well-executed and offered a convenient start to my day.

Facilities

Molly

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.6/10

My stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley was a mix of highs and lows. While the updated facilities and clean rooms were enjoyable, I experienced several issues, especially with the breakfast seating and room key malfunctions that hampered my overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the friendly staff provided a warm welcome.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean and updated, which I appreciated. However, I was disappointed that the suite I received did not have the two TVs that were promised, and the malfunctioning room keys created some significant inconvenience.

Service

5.0

While some staff members were friendly and courteous, my experience varied. The receptionist's demeanor during my checkout was less than helpful, which impacted my overall view of service quality.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is quite convenient, with easy access to various attractions in San Diego. Being off the main road adds a nice touch of tranquility away from street noise.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast offerings had a decent variety of cold options and a warm cinnamon roll I enjoyed. However, the seating was insufficient for such a busy weekend, and improvements could be made to enhance the dining experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a nice pool area, and the common spaces were clean, but the breakfast area was overcrowded, limiting access to a comfortable dining environment.

Susan

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.0/10

Overall, my stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites was both pleasantly enjoyable and had a few drawbacks. The location was fantastic for visiting family, and I appreciated the friendly front desk service. However, I did encounter some room issues and the breakfast could use some improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room was large, clean, and comfortable, but it had some noticeable wear and tear, like cigarette burns on the couch and a cracked trash can.

Service

9.0

The front desk staff were accommodating and friendly, welcoming my wife and I warmly upon our arrival.

Location

8.0

Location was perfect for visiting family and close to many eateries, which made it super convenient.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was basic and left something to be desired; the food was sometimes under temperature and the cinnamon rolls were stale.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were clean, with a nice pool area, but some areas may need renovations to improve overall experience.

Jonathan

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.0/10

I had a great stay overall at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Mission Valley. The location was fantastic for all the local attractions, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. However, I did experience some minor issues with housekeeping and parking fees that were a bit annoying.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern, clean, and comfortable, though I had issues with housekeeping not making up my room on one occasion.

Service

Location

10.0

The hotel is ideally located on Hotel Circle, making it easy to reach all the major sites in San Diego in 15 minutes or less.

Dining

9.0

I really enjoyed the breakfast options, especially the warm cinnamon buns and hot offerings like sausages and omelets. The only downside was that it didn't change much over the days.

Facilities

6.0

The pool and hot tub were nice, although the pool was a bit warm for my liking. The parking fee of $18 per day is something to consider.