Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
9.6 (394 reviews)
8000 Parkway Drive , La Mesa , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Good location
Value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated facilities
Limited breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
9.34
Mixed sentiments; several comments on room cleanliness and odors in hallways.
Service
10
Staff are praised for being kind, helpful, and attentive.
Location
10
Great location near downtown and easy access to freeways.
Room Quality
9.31
Some rooms were described as less than ideal and issues with specific facilities.
Amenities
9.35
Limited amenities; breakfast was cold and limited.
Value for Money
10
Good value for the price based on reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Breakfast options were limited and suffered from quality issues.
Overall Experience
10
Overall positive experience highlighted by service despite some facility issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 08:33

Property Description

Modern Guestrooms and Amenities
The Holiday Inn Express in La Mesa, California offers modern guestrooms equipped with convenient amenities such as mini-refrigerators and complimentary wireless internet.

Convenient Facilities
Guests can enjoy access to a 24-hour fitness center during their stay at the hotel. Additionally, a complimentary weekday newspaper is provided for guests to stay updated during their visit.

Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located near the San Diego Zoo, this property is a short drive away from Downtown San Diego, Gas Lamp Quarter, Mission Bay Park, San Diego Convention Center, and cruise ship terminals.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express La Mesa now to experience comfort and convenience during your visit to California!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

For any Room Including Breakfast: The Rate includes a coupon redeemable for breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Limit 20 US dollars per room per day.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 394 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.34
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.31
Amenities: 9.35
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 10
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Maria • solo_traveller • mx
10
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Angel • couple • us
9
Pros:

The staff was friendly, great location, and a good breakfast.

Cons:

It was a bit noisy but not bad for a hotel.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
4
41queenz • Family
10
The best !
Pros:

I recently stayed at the Holiday Inn Hotel and I had the best service ever the location where I stayed at was great. The atmosphere was perfect! Miguel took his time and was really patient to help me out with my booking. Customer service 10 out of 10
Would recommend the stay.

2026-04-21 • via Tripadvisor
V
vernishac2026 • Family
10
It was a pleasure
Pros:

Very helpful clean and accommodating

2026-04-19 • via Tripadvisor
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R9122BHorlandoc • Business
10
Pick here
Pros:

Clean and very friendly nice rooms

2026-04-19 • via Tripadvisor
J
Justine • couple • us
8
Pros:

Rooms were big, I like the little kitchenette even just for counter space, I feel like this is a great option for work travel. The free breakfast is a nice touch, unexpected.

Cons:

The walls are thin, I could hear conversations between the rooms quite clearly, and the room above us sounded like elephants in the room. Parking situation is a little tight, but I feel like that's San Diego in general. I'm a germaphobe so I do a wipe down on everything anyways, but there were certainly areas that hadn't been wiped down in awhile.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Ghostthefixer • Business • Long Island, New York
10
Holiday Inn Express/ Great Staff.
Pros:

The staff is great and very helpful and excellent in cleaning the hotel Rooms. The house keeping staff is very professional Liliane is good at she does. She make sure you have everything that is supposed to be in your room. Asking her about different things and she would give you the answers you need. A wonderful person. Beautiful Hotel!

2026-04-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Leslie • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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christianaP7203IX • Couples
8
Great complimentary stay, and excelente location
Pros:

We booked for a complimentary stay at the inn and it provided a wonderful central location to all San Diego attractions.

2026-04-05 • via Tripadvisor
G
Gerardo • couple • us
10
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
J
Johnny • family_with_children • us
9
I’ll be back.
Pros:

Clean.

Cons:

I didn’t get a receipt.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Juan • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Good perfect

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Explore07718440318 • Business
10
Cool
Pros:

Awesome experience! Will come again when in SD

2026-03-10 • via Tripadvisor
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HIROKO • solo_traveller • jp
8
綺麗で過ごしやすいです。
Pros:

朝食があること。

部屋も広くて綺麗でした。

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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SCOTT • couple • us
9
Pros:

The staff was very nice and helpful & were able to fulfill my request

Cons:

There was a 1/2 size credit card hole in the wall, on the lower right side corner of the tv

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
A
Arisrivera • Family • Oxnard, California
10
Great
Pros:

Best place to stay. Close to chipotle and Costco. Nice place.

2026-02-21 • via Tripadvisor
7
781brandiec • Business
10
Great stay’. Two women, safe and clean!
Pros:

Staff were so helpful and it was so clean!

2026-02-17 • via Tripadvisor
2
212nyahw • Business
10
Stay
Pros:

10 /10 highly recommended! I loved my experience and stay here.

2026-02-16 • via Tripadvisor
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robertdG5269SK • Business
10
Great experience no they clean my room
Pros:

Very nice experience I would recommend anyone to come here because the staff is very helpful and friendly

2026-02-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Nancy • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

The location was convenient and safe. The food was ok. The staff was friendly.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee