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Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near San Diego State University

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool
Reception
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
8000 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Viejas Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Kitchenette (Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Kitchenette (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

La Mesa

In suburbs.Stay at this La Mesa hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Sharp Grossmont Hospital and 6 miles (10 km) of San Diego State University. Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • San Diego State University - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Viejas Arena - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 13 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • La Mesa Boulevard Station - 18 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

3-star hotel near San Diego State University
Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star La Mesa hotel is smoke free.

  • 141 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG offers 141 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Mesa
Holiday Inn Mesa
Mesa Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn La Mesa
Holiday Inn San Diego - La Mesa Hotel La Mesa
La Mesa Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Mesa Hotel

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 309 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nara

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Waleed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charge for parking?

Hotel room was ok. But the fact that they charge an additional $20 on top of room fee just to park in their parking lot is rediculous. Wont stay here again just based on that. Never been to a hotel that did that before.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close from where we went
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very friendly. Check in took a while, but did have two rooms reserved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looks really coo but the bathroom has a weird smell to it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 day family stay

Pleasantly surprised at how nice the hotel was, large family room with king bed n couch ,kitchenette was well stocked. Room clean, no smells. Bed was very comfortable, wall heater worked,.shower fine,,hot breakfast provided with pancake maker for kids,,,sunny eating area..would DEFINITELY stay again, close to freeways n food n shopping spots. Hotel parking spaces too close to one another but spaces available, yes I recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not the best overall for what i spend

Not the best overall, the clearing ladys didnt help me while asking for help they act like they didn't know English or something on multiple occasions, toilet plug up , shower didn't get warm or hot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great carpet was torn beds were crap noisy above us minimal everything the price should have been under 100 a nite would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Doug

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay. Will return
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

This is a nice enough place and so close to our daughter that we'll probably stay here again if it continues to be so nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janette

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled strongly of cigarettes, asked to be moved and were unable to, did not stay a second night it was so bad . Homeless rv outside the doors, pot smell In The morning
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kirk

Travelled with family
Parking fee is outrageous and spots are tiny. Rooms smell musty like carpet has just been cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to brewerys
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024