Holiday Inn Express San Diego Seaworld - Beach Area

4540 Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA, 92109

Stay in a hotel that you can trust at Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld-Beach Area. You have the beaches and the best of the city, right outside your door.

By Todd Sarouhan

Last Updated on
Apr 28, 2021

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Seaworld - Beach Area

Prices starting at $109 / night

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld

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When you visit San Diego, you want to stay somewhere that’s comfortable, clean and close to everything you’ve got going on. At Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld - Beach Area, you’ll get that and more. Located just a few miles from all the local hotspots, and with amenities to take care of everyone in the family, we’re the hotel you can’t pass up. Whether you’re planning a trip to spend time at Pacific Beach, or are locals looking for somewhere to spend your anniversary, check out our special offers!

Part of what makes us so hospitable are the extra things we do to make our guests comfortable. Fond of a warm breakfast? Our complimentary buffet is waiting to help you get a jump start on the day. Do you need Wi-Fi to take care of a few things back home for a short time each day? Grab our password and log in for free whenever you want! We’ve also got on-site laundry facilities so you can pack light and wash what you need, when you need it.

Conveniently Located

Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld - Beach Area is located just off the freeway in Pacific Beach, next to world class beaches, the beautiful Mission Ba and SeaWorld to mention a few.

Of course, we’ve also got all the comforts of home that truly make your stay worth repeating, such as fresh coffee, plush duvets, bedside outlets and a wide range of other bedroom comforts, so you can look forward to that as well. Planning to sit inside and relax during your stay? Every room in our hotel features a high definition flat screen TV with HBO and HD cable channels. Pull the black-out shades shut, adjust the temperature with your in-room thermostat and enjoy your time away from home.

The hotel itself isn’t the only thing you’ll enjoy while in San Diego. We’re home to some of the most incredible state and national parks and monuments, so be sure to check those out when you head out for the day! Take a bike ride around Pacific Beach, enjoy a couple days at SeaWorld, take each evening to find a new and exciting place to eat, and spend some time exploring Mission Bay. As a preferred partner with both SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, we’ll help you get tickets to the places you want to visit most.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld

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What's Nearby

Mission Bay Park

23 min Walk

Pacific Ocean

6 min Drive

SeaWorld San Diego

10 min Drive

Old Town San Diego

10 min Drive

Fashion Valley Mall

14 min Drive

Balboa Park

17 min Drive

USS Midway Museum

18 min Drive

Gaslamp Quarter

19 min Drive

San Diego Zoo

20 min Drive

Petco Park

20 min Drive

Cabrillo National Monument

25 min Drive

Coronado Beach

31 min Drive

Del Mar Fairgrounds

32 min Drive

Tijuana, Mexico

32 min Drive

Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld

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Things to Know Before Arrival

Neighborhood Pacific Beach

Get a true beach experience! Go surfing, kiteboarding, paddle boarding, fishing, bike riding & walk the boardwalk. Don’t miss an amazing sunset at the pier.

Check In / Check Out

3:00 PM / 12:00 PM

Pet Policy

Only Service Animals are Welcome

Wifi

Free WiFi in Lobby & Rooms

Breakfast

Included

Property Size

113 Rooms

Property Amenities

Bar on Property

Bellhop

Boutique Hotel

Breakfast Included

Business Center

City Hotel

Concierge Desk

Conference Center

Couples Friendly

Family Friendly

Fitness Room

Golf Nearby

Hotel Near Bay

Hotel Near Beach

Laundry

Museum Nearby

Onsite Cafe

Pool

Restaurant on Property

Safe Deposit Box

Parking

Self Parking

Free Parking

Room Amenities

Air Conditioning

Crib

Daily Maid Service

Fan

Flat Screen TV

Handicapped Accessible

Iron

No Smoking

Phone in Room

Pull Out Bed

Roll Away Bed

Safe Deposit Box in Rooms

Getting Around

SAN Airport

- 16 min Drive

Trolley Station

- 19 min Drive

Cruise Port

- 18 min Drive

This Month's Forecast

63°F / 73°F

Jul

67°F / 77°F

Aug

69°F / 79°F

Sep

67°F / 79°F

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Rooms & Rates

At Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld - Beach Area, we fill our rooms with the amenities our guests want most. This includes a microwave, tea and coffee makers, and a mini fridge. It also includes a flat-screen HD television connected to HBO. As a smoke-free property, we do have a designated smoking area to accommodate guests who need it. If you have a service animal, he’s welcome to come along as well.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld

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Standard Room

Bed type is given depending on availability upon arrival, but the guest does get full amenities.

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Executive Room

This has a king bed with all the amenities you would expect in an executive room.

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Queen Room

Our queen rooms feature two queen beds, which will sleep a total of four individuals.

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King Room w/Mobility Access Tub

Our king room with a mobility access tub is a double room with king bed.

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King Room w/Mobility Access/Roll in Shower

With a seating area, this double room has a king bed and a mobility access/roll in shower.

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld

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Nearby Things to Do

If you’re looking for something to do during your downtime at Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld - Beach Area, we’ve got a heated outdoor pool to keep you refreshed and comfortable. Our fitness center includes bikes, ellipticals, treadmills, medicine balls, yoga mats and a TV for entertainment. If you want to explore the area, some local attractions you might find interesting include:

San Diego Zoo

People come from all around the world to visit our zoo. As a conservation organization, the San Diego Zoo is working on saving various species throughout the world, and can only do so with your contribution.

USS Midway Museum

Take a step back in time by visiting the USS Midway Museum to learn more about the history of America in a unique setting.

SeaWorld

For rides & thrills, amazing animals, and shows & presentations, SeaWorld San Diego is where it’s at. You can easily spend multiple days exploring and learning about wildlife.

Food and Drinks

There are dozens of food and drink establishments in San Diego, just waiting for you to take a taste. Decide what you’re in the mood for and make your reservations today.

Shopping

There are many shopping experiences to take advantage of in San Diego. Whether you enjoy the big box stores or some that are unique to the area, there’s something for everyone and your family will love the souvenirs you find.

Beaching

When you’re in San Diego, you can’t miss the opportunity to visit the beach. Regardless of what the weather is like, the Pacific Ocean is an incredible sight to behold. Grand Avenue, just behind our hotel, will take you straight to Pacific Beach.

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