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title: Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Sea World Area
slug: holiday-inn-express-san-diego-sea-world-area
type: hotel
sub_type: hotels
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/holiday-inn-express-san-diego-sea-world-area
city: San Diego
state: CA
country: US
address: 3950 Jupiter Street
geo:
  lat: 32.75619
  lng: -117.22017
cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T19:26:24.232Z
price_from:
  amount: 222.66
  currency: USD
  unit: per_night
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 1724
  scale: 5
room_rates:
  - name: Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
    price: 227
    regular_price: 332
    savings: 105
  - name: Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking
    price: 226.34
    regular_price: 345
    savings: 118.66
  - name: Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible Roll-In Shower, Non-Smoking
    price: 227
    regular_price: 234
    savings: 7
  - name: Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Communications Mobility Accessible Bathtub, Non-Smoking
    price: 227
    regular_price: 332
    savings: 105
---
## Overview

Explore San Diego's top attractions with ease at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area, an IHG Hotel conveniently located near SeaWorld, Belmont Park, the San Diego Zoo, museums, and beaches, all within a 10-minute drive. Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet, an outdoor heated pool, a fitness center, and free WiFi during your stay.

## What's Included

- Hot breakfast buffet including Express Start Breakfast with signature cinnamon rolls and hot items
- Outdoor heated pool and whirlpool access
- Onsite fitness center
- Free WiFi
- Complimentary coffee in the lobby
- Self-parking for registered hotel guests
- Daily housekeeping for extended stays
- Guest laundry facility
- Business center access

## What's Not Included

- Pets are not allowed (ADA-defined service animals are welcome)
- No restaurant on property
- No airport or area shuttle service
- Additional charges: extra person fee per room, per night; San Diego Tourism Fee and CA Assessment Fee added to booking

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## Room Rates

- **Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking** — $227.00/night (regularly $332.00/night, save $105.00)
- **Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking** — $226.34/night (regularly $345.00/night, save $118.66)
- **Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible Roll-In Shower, Non-Smoking** — $227.00/night (regularly $234.00/night, save $7.00)
- **Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, Communications Mobility Accessible Bathtub, Non-Smoking** — $227.00/night (regularly $332.00/night, save $105.00)

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## Good to Know

* Minimum age to check in is 21, with matching valid government-issued photo ID and credit card
* Located approximately 4 minutes' drive from SeaWorld San Diego and 5 minutes' drive from Belmont Park
* San Diego International Airport is about 5 miles from the hotel
* San Diego Zoo is approximately 6.9 miles away; Balboa Park about 6.2 miles
* All guest rooms and suites are non-smoking; connecting rooms and rollaway beds available upon request
* Rooms feature two queen beds, mini-refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, and flat-screen TV; some suites include a kitchenette and sofa bed
* Property amenities include fitness facilities, handicapped access, inside corridors, 24-hour front desk, elevator, free continental breakfast, hot tub, smoke-free property, swimming pool, complimentary breakfast, free parking, and ice machines

## Cancellation Policy

[No cancellation policy information provided in the source.]

## FAQs

### What is the minimum age to check in?

The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in with a matching, valid, government-issued photo ID and credit card.

### Is Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Sea World Area, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

Pets are not allowed. ADA-defined service animals are accepted.

### Is parking available?

Self-parking is complimentary to all registered hotel guests.

### Is there a resort fee?

No, the property does not require a resort fee.

### What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

### Can I reserve a smoking room?

No. This property is 100% smoke-free.

### Does the property have WiFi?

Yes, free WiFi access is available.

### Does the property serve a complimentary breakfast?

Yes. Free breakfast is served daily.

### Does the property have a restaurant?

Unfortunately, the property does not have a restaurant.

### Does the hotel have a pool?

Yes, this hotel has an outdoor pool and whirlpool.

### Does the property offers a shuttle service?

No, this property does not provide an airport or area shuttle.

### Are there any additional charges besides room and tax?

This hotel charges an extra person fee per room, per night. A San Diego Tourism Fee and a CA Assessment Fee are added to your booking.

### Is the hotel accessible? What are accessible amenities available?

The hotel is accessible. Accessible features include an elevator, accessible parking, accessible areas with accessible routes from public entrances, and accessible in-room amenities. Please contact the hotel directly for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements.

### What are the attractions nearby?

Below are the top attractions near Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Sea World Area, an IHG Hotel, and their approximate distances:
- SeaWorld San Diego 1.7 miles
- Belmont Park 2.6 miles
- Mission Beach 2.6 miles
- Liberty Station 2.7 miles
- Ocean Beach 2.8 miles
- San Diego Old Town 2.9 miles
- Pacific Beach 3.8 miles
- Maritime Museum of San Diego 5 miles
- San Diego Waterfront 5.1 miles
- Downtown San Diego 5.3 miles
- Gaslamp Quarter 5.7 miles
- USS Midway Museum 5.8 miles
- Balboa Park 6.2 miles
- San Diego Zoo 6.9 miles
- San Diego Aerospace Museum 7.2 miles

### How far is the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, about 5 miles from the property.