Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
9 (540 reviews)
35 Via Pico Plaza , San Clemente , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean environment
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Comfortable beds
Great location
Good value
Cons:
Steep hill to the plaza
Noise from air conditioning machines
A small parking fee
Lack of gluten-free options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.21
Most reviews reflect a very clean environment.
Service
9.18
Staff were generally described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.72
Some comments indicate a steep hill to the plaza but overall manageable.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms were generally described as comfortable but noted issues with cleanliness in some cases.
Amenities
8.7
Facilities like the pool and gym were mentioned positively but some additional features were requested.
Value for Money
9.16
Good value for the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Several mentions of great breakfast and food quality.
Overall Experience
9.18
Most guests left with a positive impression overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 20:23

Property Description

Modern Accommodations

The Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N - Beach Area offers modern guest accommodations with convenient amenities like microwaves and mini-refrigerators, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Leisure Facilities

Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and modern fitness center during their stay, providing opportunities for relaxation and recreation without having to leave the hotel premises.

Convenient Location

Located just off Interstate 5 and in close proximity to Trestles Beach, this hotel provides easy access to local attractions such as Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base, Legoland theme park, and Del Mar Race Track, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking to explore the area.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N - Beach Area.

Important information:

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: SNA

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

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

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 10 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 540 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.21
Service: 9.18
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 9.16
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Scott solo_traveller us
8
Nice clean hotel at a reasonable price.
Pros:

Nice room with comfortable bed. Very clean hotel.

Cons:

Broken treadmill and elliptical in the gym.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Esther solo_traveller us
8
I loved it. Close to the San Clemente pier and very peaceful place.
Pros:

Beautiful view to see the sunset through my window. Very clean and great breakfast.

Cons:

A little hard to find the hotel.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
R
Rebeca family_with_children es
8
2026-01-22 via Nuitee
H
Ha couple us
10
Averall, I was happy with my stay.
Pros:

The room was clean, good location, and good break fast.

Cons:

Parents should watch their kids, don’t let them run and play free and make too much noices.

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Melissa family_with_children us
5
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Linda solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

It was clean and the staff was nice

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
L
Lori couple us
10
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Pamela extended_group us
8
Nice
Pros:

It was great, better than expected, food was very good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
S
Shawn couple us
8
Cons:

I would have liked the pool to be heated.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
F
Fulvia couple us
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Natalie family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
Jenine family_with_children us
10
It was a great stay
Pros:

It was clean

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
C
Charlotte couple us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Kristin couple us
8
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
A
Angelique family_with_children nl
9
Pros:

Ruime schone kamer, alles netjes verzorgd.
Super goed bed.

Cons:

Het ontbijt buffet is beperkt.

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
C
Castillo family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Calidad/Precio

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
M
MARY ANN couple us
10
2026-01-04 via Nuitee
A
Ararat extended_group us
9
2026-01-03 via Nuitee
H
Haokun couple us
8
2025-12-31 via Nuitee
L
Lauren couple us
9
2025-12-30 via Nuitee