Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido, An Ihg Hotel, Escondido ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1250 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, California, United States of America, 92029

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido is situated in the northern hills of San Diego County, making it a convenient base for exploring local attractions. Notably, it is the closest IHG hotel to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, which houses over 3,500 animals. The hotel's proximity to the I-15 freeway ensures easy access for both business and leisure travelers. A nearby In-N-Out Burger often results in traffic congestion that can impede access to the hotel during busy hours.

Location

Close to key attractions like the California Center for the Arts and Iceoplex Escondido, the hotel provides a strategic location for visitors. Guests can explore Escondido or venture further into San Diego, with public transit options available at the nearby Escondido Transit Center, located 0.9 miles away. Complimentary parking is offered for guests traveling by car, making it easy to access popular destinations without inconvenience.

Rooms

All rooms at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido benefit from modern decor and essential amenities. Each guestroom features premium bedding, bedside outlets, a 32-inch LCD flat-panel TV with free HBO, and free Wi-Fi access. Guests can expect additional conveniences such as refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers in every room. The hotel offers a variety of room types, including suites that provide extra living space for extended stays.

Eat & Drink

Guests are invited to start their day with a complimentary hot Express Start Breakfast Bar, featuring a selection of hot and cold items, including meats, eggs, and cinnamon rolls. The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, but casual dining options with sandwiches, soups, and salads can be found nearby. Additionally, off-site restaurant delivery is available for comfort and convenience.

Leisure & Business

A seasonal outdoor pool and a fully equipped fitness center are available for guest use. The hotel also offers 700 square feet of meeting space, suitable for small corporate events or gatherings. Business amenities include a 24-hour Business Center, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, and various resources for corporate guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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4 persons

28 m²

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3 persons

28 m²

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5 persons

28 m²

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City Center

Escondido5000 ft

Airports

McClellan-Palomar (CLD) 11.6 mi

San Diego International (SAN) 31.7 mi

Train

Escondido Transit Center3700 ft

SPRINTER Nordahl Rd Station 1.7 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was a delightful surprise, featuring hot oatmeal, crispy bacon, and fluffy eggs that satisfied my whole family.” view full review

Comfy Rooms!

“The room was impressively clean and the bed super comfortable, making it easy to enjoy a restful night away from home.” view full review

Easy Access!

“The layout of the hotel made it simple to navigate, ensuring convenience for everyone during our stay.” view full review

Kids Loved It!

“My children had a blast in the spacious room and especially enjoyed splashing around in the pool, making our stay memorable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Business center
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1250 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, California, United States of America, 92029

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1250 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, California, United States of America, 92029

City landmarks

Museums

San Diego Children's Discovery Museum

1.3 mi

Events

California Center for the Arts Escondido

5000 ft

Grand Avenue

West Grand Avenue

5000 ft

Parks

Grape Day Park

1.5 mi

Bridges

Lake Hodges Pedestrian Suspension Bridge

4500 ft

333 S Spruce St

Westside Park

1.3 mi

Plaza las Palmas Shopping Center

4500 ft

Mission Square Shopping Center

1.2 mi

The Centre at Lexus Escondido

3400 ft

Events

The Centre

3400 ft

Regal Escondido Stadium 16

4900 ft

Esperanzas Tortilleria

4000 ft

Church

Church of God of Escondido

4000 ft

World Bible College

4100 ft

2290 Montiel Rd

Montiel park

1.3 mi

555 N Tulip St

Ice-Plex Escondido

4500 ft

Family Fun Ctr

4600 ft

Museums

Roynon Museum of Earth Science and Paleontology

1.6 mi

Unity Church of Escondido

5100 ft

Seventh Day Adventist Church

1.0 mi

Market

Escondido World Marketplace

1.1 mi

Libraries

Escondido Public Library

1.3 mi

Center For Leadership Studies

1.1 mi

Church of Christ

1.1 mi

Church

Faith Harbor Church

1.1 mi

Store

Escondido Antique Mall

1.2 mi

Escondido Museum

1.2 mi

Church

North County Church Of Christ

1.2 mi

Church

Grace Bible Church

1.2 mi

Inland Rail Trail

2.8 mi

Nearby

Bridges

Lake Hodges Pedestrian Suspension Bridge

1700 ft

555 N Tulip St

Ice-Plex Escondido

1700 ft

Restaurants

Carl's Jr

1500 ft

1288 Auto Park Way

Savoy Donuts

1200 ft

1340 W Valley Pkwy

Yogurtland

1800 ft

1284 Auto Park Way Ste A

Los Primos Mexican Food

1900 ft

1348 W Valley Pkwy

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

7.3

Service

8.7

Dining

7.3

Don

United States of America, January 2024

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The room was spacious with great amenities, but the location and dining options left something to be desired. The service was friendly and efficient.

Rooms

8.0

The room was by far the biggest and most comfortable I've stayed in, with all the necessary amenities like a microwave oven and a flat-screen TV, but a bit smaller than expected based on the pictures.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent and very inviting. The staff were super nice and professional, especially in the breakfast room.

Location

5.0

The only positive aspect was the location. It was conveniently near restaurants, but the area behind fast food joints lacked proper signage and needed an upgrade.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a mix. While the breakfast had a nice selection, cleanliness was an issue with bugs found in the room.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but nothing special.

Bernard

United States of America, August 2023

8.2/10

The hotel had a mix of positives and negatives. While the rooms were well-equipped with essential amenities like microwave oven and flat-screen TV, they were a bit cramped, making it difficult to move around. The service was excellent and responsive, offering to change our room promptly when we encountered a few roaches. The location was convenient for my business trip, with nearby dining options. The dining experience stood out with a complimentary breakfast featuring a wide variety of delicious options. However, the facilities were average without any standout features.

Rooms

7.0

The room had everything I needed but was small, making it a bit challenging to move around.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, especially when they quickly offered to change our room due to some roaches. Very courteous and friendly staff.

Location

8.0

The location was ideal for my business purposes, being close to important places I needed to reach.

Dining

9.0

The complimentary breakfast was fantastic, offering a wide variety of delicious choices for everyone, making it a great deal.

Facilities

The facilities were standard without any exceptional features.

Alfred

United States of America, May 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were equipped with all the essentials like a microwave oven, LED clock, coffee maker, flat-screen TV, and ironing board, but they could definitely use a fresh coat of paint. The noise from the tile floor made conversations a bit challenging. I found the rooms to be on the smaller side, especially when compared to the Beaumont hotel.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were well-equipped but would benefit from a fresh coat of paint and felt a bit cramped.

Service

8.0

The service at the hotel was courteous and friendly, especially in the breakfast room. The staff was pleasant and apologetic when addressing any roach issues.

Location

9.0

The location worked for me, especially being close to In-N-Out Burger and the Safari park. It was the highlight of my stay.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a bit inconsistent, but breakfast offerings like omelets, bacon, sausage, and pancakes were good. The homemade ice cream was a miss.

Facilities

The hotel facilities were decent, with everything needed for a comfortable stay.