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

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Holiday Inn Express
8.1 (430 reviews)
1250 West Valley Parkway , Escondido , us
+1 760-741-7117

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Bugs reported
Security concerns regarding check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
7.56
There were mentions of bugs and disheveled property, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
9.03
Staff was reported as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
8.07
Location was mentioned positively, being close to the freeway and convenient for family stays.
Room Quality
7.52
Mixed reviews on room quality with mentions of outdated televisions and a funny smell from the bed.
Amenities
8.05
Amenities like breakfast and pool were highlighted positively, despite some issues noted.
Value for Money
8.01
Generally seen as good value, though with some concerns about identity theft and security.
Food and Beverage
8.56
Breakfast options were frequently mentioned as good and a lifesaver for the guests.
Overall Experience
8.03
Mixed feelings about the stay, with both positive reviews on service and negative on cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:14

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Whirlpool
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or relax in the soothing whirlpool during your stay at our hotel. Perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Escondido.

Spacious Suites with Kitchenette
Upgrade to one of our spacious suites featuring a convenient kitchenette, microwave, and a separate living area. Ideal for families or guests looking for extra comfort.

Convenient Location
Situated just off Highway 15, our hotel provides easy access to popular attractions like the Escondido Children’s Museum, California Center for the Arts, and Reidy Creek Golf Course.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Escondido now to experience these fantastic amenities and more!

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.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 430 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.56
Service: 9.03
Location: 8.07
Room Quality: 7.52
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.01
Food and Beverage: 8.56
Overall Experience: 8.03
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Chuck • family_with_children • us
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • couple • us
7
perfect to unwind after walkng the safari park at san diego.
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • family_with_children • us
5
The stay was ok I would like to visit again and hopefully my experience would be better
Pros:

Breakfast and the pool

Cons:

The property is a no smoking zone but when my family and I came into the room it smelled like cigarettes and like a mildew smell.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Yvette • couple • us
7
Good location for what we needed. AC unit very loud
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Shontel • extended_group • us
6
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Kelsey • family_with_children • us
7
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • couple • us
10
Great location, room was spacious, and delicious breakfast
Pros:

The breakfast was tasty and bed was comfy. Ac worked great too.

Cons:

Carpet was extremely dirty feet were brown by the end of the day. Needs a good deep clean.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • family_with_children • us
7
They need to heat the pool. It’s freezing. The rooms are decent. We enjoyed the jacuzzi
Pros:

The breakfast is ok. The gravy is weak. The eggs are sad. The cinnamon rolls are to die for

Cons:

They need new chairs

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Donna • extended_group • us
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • us
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
7
Very uncomfortable
Cons:

The room was way too humid and hot. There was no way to cool it down. I felt like I was going to fall through the shower floor while I was showering.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Jacque • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Doris • solo_traveller • us
8
Very convenient. Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Good food for breakfast.
Pros:

In an accessible bathroom, the tub needs more grab bars to hold onto. Specifically, at the back end of the tub, please.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Velasco • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

El lugar muy hermoso

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Garcia • couple • us
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Nice room over all. Nice staff.

Cons:

The locks on the door to the room didn't work at all.
Pool was freezing.
Guest dryer isn't hooked up properly.
Room had old guest contacts dried up on the floor and towels had other people's hair on them.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • extended_group • us
9
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Claudia Patricia • couple • us
6
Noise
Pros:

The room was clean

Cons:

The fire alarm went off several times during the night. The hallway was flooding, we called the receptionist and they took a long time to respond.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee