Holiday Inn Oceanside Marina Camp Pendleton by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
9 (574 reviews)
1401 Carmelo Drive , Oceanside , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy maids
Limited dining options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Several reviews mentioned concerns about room cleanliness and lack of housekeeping.
Service
9.55
Consistently praised for friendly and professional staff.
Location
9.59
Great location close to amenities and the beach.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms considered spacious, comfortable with some mentions of needing updates.
Amenities
8.57
Amenities were generally adequate, though some issues with ice machines and room service.
Value for Money
9.03
Prices were considered reasonable based on the location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food quality was good, but room service was unavailable.
Overall Experience
9.55
Overall stays are enjoyed, with many positive notes despite some cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:21

Property Description

Oceanfront Location
Located just 1 mile from Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base, Holiday Inn Oceanside Marina Camp Pendleton offers easy access to LEGOLAND® California Resort and nearby beaches.

Dining and Recreation
Enjoy coastal cuisine and cocktails at ARYANA Restaurant, where kids eat for free. Unwind in the outdoor pool and hot tub, or stay active in the fitness center.

Convenience and Comfort
Rooms feature free WiFi, a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee facilities. With a business center, room service, and proximity to Oceanside Beach and Harbor, this hotel is perfect for leisure and business travelers alike.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Oceanside Marina Camp Pendleton for a memorable experience by the sea.

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: SAN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    Wired internet 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.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 574 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 9.03
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Sandra couple us
8
2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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james couple us
10
Great location for friends and family
Pros:

Excellent location and staff and wonderful place for a family visit and a nice walk

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Lia family_with_children us
3
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Staff

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Stephanie family_with_children us
7
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2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Martha solo_traveller us
7
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Victoria couple us
8
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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ROSA family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Clean rooms very spacious

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Ashton family_with_children us
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Carlos family_with_children us
8
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Leonor family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Everything , from the moment we walked in , everything was good and we were very happy with our stay and home to come back soon .

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Drenon couple us
8
2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Jeremy couple us
3
It did the job of providing a bed but I wouldn’t recommend.
Pros:

Close to freeway

Cons:

Zero cell service. And no free wifi is absolutely insane. Long hairs and red stains found in the bed and the towels upon arrival. I’m a guy with short hair so the hair wasn’t mine. Way overpriced.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Roldan family_with_children us
10
I will recommend this to family and friends
Pros:

Location was great which is walkable to the Harbor

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple us
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Price family_with_children us
10
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Dina family_with_children us
8
Front desk staff very friendly and professional I really recommend this place
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

No breakfast included

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Roman family_with_children us
9
2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Tiffany family_with_children us
8
Enjoyed the stay. Easy check in and out. Friendly staff.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No free breakfast. Most holiday inns have free breakfast

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
10
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Laura family_with_children us
10
Nice stay
Pros:

Fast, friendly

2026-01-20 via Nuitee