Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near Sdsu by IHG

8000 Parkway Dr, San Diego, CA 91942 US near Exit 13a on I-8 (~0.3mi)

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3.0 Star Property Near Sharp Grossmont Hospital

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Vegetarian breakfast available
Swimming pool
Free WiFi
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Free buffet breakfast
Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
Pool hoist on site
Wheelchair-accessible pool

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03/11/2026 - 03/12/2026

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Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near Sdsu by IHG

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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near Sdsu by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:

"Great place"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Martha G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

21-Dec-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Dec 09 to Thu Dec 11 2025 at a $115.20 average nightly rate.

"Not to bad."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

However the breakfast foods were cold or still frozen. Unfortunately, they were a little slow. And keeping up with the demand for the foods. Coffee was just fine.

Thomas W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

17-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jun 15 to Mon Jun 16 2025 at a $148.99 average nightly rate.

"Our best hotel stay ever!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Beautiful room, gracious staff, delicious breakfast, great location for us. Appreciate the fine service!

Eunice N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

15-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Mon May 12 to Thu May 15 2025 at a $204.32 average nightly rate.

"Room was clean. Several choices in breakfast foods."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Room was clean. Several choices in breakfast foods. Staff was professional and helpful. We plan to return later in the year.

Susan B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

07-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 02 to Sun May 04 2025 at a $261.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG in San Diego, you'll be in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of San Diego State University and Snapdragon Stadium. This hotel is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Balboa Park and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Petco Park.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 141 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
San Diego State University Art Gallery - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
San Diego State University - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Viejas Arena - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Mount Helix Park - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Mission Trails Regional Park - 7 km / 4.3 mi
The Magnolia - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
KP Zion Medical Center - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
Boomers El Cajon - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Snapdragon Stadium - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Adams Avenue Park - 11.5 km / 7.1 mi
Carlton Oaks Country Club - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
Mission Valley Mall - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 16.1 km / 10 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24.8 km / 15.4 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 40 km / 24.9 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 57.9 km / 36 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.

Amenities / Features

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
Comprehensive recycling policy
Vegetarian breakfast available
Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
No single-use plastic stirrers
Swimming pool
Free WiFi
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Braille or raised signage
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair accessible parking
Internet access - wireless
Free buffet breakfast
Energy-saving switches
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Recycling
Vegan menu options available
No accessible shuttle
Vegetarian menu options available
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Free breakfast
Visual alarms in hallways
Multilingual staff
Number of accessible parking spaces - 6
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Daily
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Fitness facilities

Total number of rooms - 141
Number of floors - 3

Professional property host/manager
LGBTQIA+ friendly
No rollaway/extra beds available
Parking height restrictions apply

Rooftop garden
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Pool hoist on site
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Internet access in public areas - high speed
Registration desk height (centimeters) - 84
Elevator door width (inches) - 40
Registration desk height (inches) - 33
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 102
Water-efficient showers only
Luggage storage
Coin laundry on site
24-hour front desk
Housekeeping on request
Golfing nearby
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Self parking (surcharge)
Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Airport & Shuttle Information

San Diego International Airport, Lindberg Field12 miles (14 minutes)

Local Shuttle Info: None

Breakfast Information

Buffet breakfast available for $12 per person hot breakfast, $10 per person cold breakfast

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

No pets allowed, except service animals.

Parking Info

Complimentary self-parking

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms and meeting space

Misc Fees / Policies

Self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Parking height restrictions apply.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Essential workers only - NO

About Holiday Inn Express

Free Express Start Breakfast
Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
Free high-speed internet service in every room
eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

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