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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

2.5 star property

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
A modern reception desk with a woman standing behind it, a large digital display, and a sign for 'Haightay Inn Express'.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and modern lighting fixtures.
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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3950 Jupiter St, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pechanga Arena
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(132 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden wardrobe, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden wardrobe, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, and two framed abstract artworks on the wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Access Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Access Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2 Queen Beds Standard

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre.
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offers 70 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Mission Bay. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a business centre, a computer and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Hotel Circle and a few minutes from Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays from 6 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 6:00 AM to 10 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 November to 31 January:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nedeshda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in excellent condition staff was super friendly and the breakfast was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Cristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were impressed with the breakfast, the ease of parking, check in, the staff and overall cleanliness of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. If you’re going to San Diego for the zoo or SeaWorld or even the beach this is the perfect hotel to stay at because it’s close by everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Very clean, breakfast was amazing! Location was great and close to everything I had planned! Parking was covered which was nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
comfy bed, great breakfast, and thats pretty much it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. Breakfast was great. Pool and hot tub were nice to have.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was very clean and the staff were so nice. We really enjoyed our sixth night stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Just as described. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast option. Very clean room. Proximity to stores and restaurant was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was good, room was always tidy when they refreshed, laundry was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I enjoyed our stay. The beds were very comfy and the room was nice and clean. Also I have to say the breakfast was really good!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the hotel had great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Taina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendly service, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karina is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good and clean hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maximus Sai

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms, good breakfast, easy access to roads, lots of attractions nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff members were friendly and wonderful. Rooms were very clean and well maintained. Break
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean grounds. Great breakfast. I would come here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and bathrooms were nice. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026