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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

2.5 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near California Center For The Arts

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Near Stone Brewing and Palomar Medical Center, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and 24-hour gym. Dip into the outdoor pool, stay connected with in-room WiFi, or enjoy express check-in - previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Convenience store
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $111
$122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The price is $134
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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About the neighborhood

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1250 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA, 92029

What's nearby

  • Regal Escondido - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • California Center For The Arts - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Grape Day Park - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Palomar Medical Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stone Brewing - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 29 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 32 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 42 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 44 min drive
  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 22 min drive
  • Carlsbad Village Station - 22 min drive
  • Oceanside Transit Center - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG puts you within a 15-minute drive of San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 84 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (700 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido 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 Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Valley View Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and excellent by multiple guests. (38 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near numerous restaurants, fast food options, and a Starbucks, offering a wide variety of dining choices. (9 reviews)
  • Free parking and easy access to the building were highly appreciated by guests. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy, room was clean and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Breakfast buffet offerings had a great variety.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff, clean room, grounds well kept.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very courteous. Beds nice and tidy. Breakfast hot with choices for all.
Vivian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff and facility
Gina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Miguel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Third stay this year, it’s dependably great.
Barry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was good, parking excellent, clean room, convenient.
Beach at Oceanside
Patricia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One night stat

We got the most out if a one night stay - great room, great breakfast abd very clean.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the stay
Pramnath, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was a little old and outdated, but staff was very friendly and helpful and the rooms were clean.
Maureen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for your kind smile. Friendly staff
Edbar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and amazing staff
Consuelo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for quick family stay

We were there on a family trip for the in San Diego, and really liked the hotel. Kind of small but very clean, especially being right off the freeway. Very friendly and very close to a lot of quick eats and retail stores, in case we forgot something. Overall very nice stay
Julian, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Parking and getting into hotel at night due to smash burger
Charles G, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It’s close to walking and grabbing food and it’s friendly place
Martha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was si helpful
elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

loved the location and would stay here again 100 percent.
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable.
Angel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rug needs to be cleaned but otherwise very good. Hard to figure out exactly where the hotel is, recessed off the main road. Also shares the entry road with two busy fast food restaurants. Sometimes difficult to get back to the hotel after leaving for awhile
Jane, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

convenient off the freeway and close to many restaurants
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick check in, clean room, quiet area
Nick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is great
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was close to many event centers
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great pool area, easy parking and comfy beds!
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The ladies at checkin were awesome
Lisa, 1-night trip