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Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG

2.5 star property
National City hotel with outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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At Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City, start your day with a rejuvenating breakfast buffet and stay connected with high-speed WiFi. Enjoy the outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas or work out in the 24-hour gym, while helpful multilingual staff are always on hand.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CA $198
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Accessible Tub)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,148 reviews
The price is CA $167
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
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About the area

Map
1645 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA, 91950

What's nearby

  • Las Palmas Dog Park - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Kimball Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Petco Park - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 11 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 36 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪85˚C Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG

  • When you stay at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Balboa Park and Petco Park. You can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Also, San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 91 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (840 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 34
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (inches): 36
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel National City San South Diego

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City Hotel

Hotel Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Hotel

Holiday Inn Express San Diego

Express Diego National City

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South National City by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a variety of options and hot food available. (44 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was great, always plentiful and a good variety. The staff was nice and accommodating. The facility was very clean
Lori, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed one night for a conference at a near by school. Nice hotel, reception staff is excellent, both during check in and check out. Room is nice and clean, breakfast is very good. Overall comfortable stay.
Lakshmi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, great breakfast!
Ramiro, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was great.
Donna, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was comfortable and clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful
Roger, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room . Breakfast was ok .
Anna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the Holiday Inn were very professional and friendly. Breakfast was excellent and the hotel was very clean.
Alejandra, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very well kept, staff was excellent
Tracy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are friendly. Room is ready when we checked in 2 hours early.
Maria Lyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love our stay here, we stay for 4 nights! Everyone was super nice, breakfast was delicious. Rooms were clean! Next I’m in San Diego I’m staying here again!
Fatima, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so kind and accommodating
Tamara, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rooms very clean
LaDonna Hill, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely friendly and attentive
Jose S, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Both people that I encountered at the front desk were very kind and helpful and accommodating.
Felissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is helpful and attentive.
Jose S Ruiz, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Parking was safe and the breakfast was good. Hot coffee!! 👍
Clarke, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing, kind & always helpful. We stayed 3 nights & loved it. Breakfast & coffee was always great. Beds were so comfortable, especially the pillows.
Mariana, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff were friendly and rooms were clean. However, WiFi was frustratingly very slow.
Susana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room clean staff very nice
Yolonda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay and the breakfast was excellent.
Lyass, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

Friendly staff, clean room , water was hot , A.C. was cold. Can’t ask for much more.
Howard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast offered a variety of options including healthy breakfast. Every option was delicious & the staff are constantly making sure the area is kept clean and everything in order.
Mayra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful front staff. Nice clean room
Diego, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything is excellent. Thank you so much for clean room
Batuhan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff , lots of great places to eat in the area. We stayed here for comicon, great location. Far enough away to not have huge crowds in all the restaurant and only a short drive to convention. 10/10, great stay.
Matthew, 3-night trip