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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido

2.5 of 5
1250 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029
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Phoenix, Arizona
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

The staff was very courteous, efficient, and customer-focused. Everyone we interacted with seemed to really like their job and it showed in their customer service. We arrived before noon and were promptly checked in. The queen-bed room was nicely furnished, clean, and more than adequately comfortable for our one-night stay. Didn't get to use the pool or exercise room, but... More

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
8 May 2013

We want to thank you for conveying your comments regarding your recent experience at our hotel. We truly appreciate you taking the time to make us aware of your delightful experience even though it was a brief stay. We look forward to welcoming you back. More

Torrance, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

There are so many things that have impressed me about this establishment. The things that stand out the most are the friendly staff and the great breakfast. The folks here are very personable and go out of there way to make sure that you have a great experience. The rooms are also really great as well. Updated with Flat screen... More

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you for sharing your experience during your stay with us. We will share your positive comments with the staff. We hope that you will have a chance to try our heated pool and spa on your next visit. More

KC
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We stayed there for a trip to Legoland which wasn't far away. Our only complaint is that the hvac didn't have a setting to keep the fan on all the time for background noise. Great breakfast, updated room, easy access to the freeway, good staff.

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you for your feedback. We realize that there are plenty of hotels in the area but you chose to stay with us and we appreciate your business. We look forward to welcoming you back. More

Twentynine Palms, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013 via mobile

THIS holiday Inn Express was very nice with clean rooms and very pleasant staff....coodoos to you and I will stay again when I am back for training. Didn't get to use the pool, but looks clean, and a decent breakfast

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
20 March 2013

Thank you for your wonderful comment. We look forward to welcoming back in the very near future. Please make sure to take advantage of our outdoor heated pool and spa as well as our complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily which includes our famous cinnamon rolls and pancakes when you visit us next time. Once again, we appreciate your feedback. More

Salt Lake City, Utah
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55 reviews 55 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

This hotel was located in the back of a parking lot with plenty of places to eat. No need to drive with Inn and out, del taco, and coco's across the way. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is always the same and good. The rooms are updated and all those horrible comforters gone. The hotel... More

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
20 March 2013

We thank you for taking the time to share with us your experience at our hotel. We are pleased that you enjoy our amenities as well as our location to most of the restaurants nearby and the easy freeway access. We will share your positive comments to the entire team and we hope to welcome you back again in the... More

Chicago, Illinois
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13 reviews 13 reviews
12 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

Stayed at this place one night on business and it's what I expected. This isn't a new property and it's age shows. It's moderately clean and comfortable, but don't expect much. Still, it's not as bad as some of the reviews let on, at least my room wasn't. For the price it's reasonable.

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
20 March 2013

We appreciate your feedback. We hope that you were able to take advantage of our hot buffet breakfast daily including our famous cinnamon rolls and pancakes. We truly appreciate your business and we hope to welcome you back again. More

Orlando, Florida
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58 reviews 58 reviews
51 hotel reviews
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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

I hold loyalty status with HiltonHonors (Diamond), Marriott Rewards (Gold), and Priority Club (Gold) and try to avoid Holiday Inn Properties at all cost because I've never had a good stay and considering they are in the same pricing category as Hampton Inn's it's a no-brainer to stay at the Hampton if I have a choice. I didn't have that... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Dear CCTVTrainer, Thanks for your review of our property. We take our guest comments very seriously and always strive to provide comfortable and friendly accommodations. I deeply regret the inconvenience you may have experienced with the room accommodations that you received. Your comments will be forwarded to the ownership of the hotel to take into consideration for future upgrades. Thank... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

We've stayed in some pretty bad places before, but this is about the worst. This place is dirty, noisy, and negligent in providing basic security. This is a high target crime location. The "inn" is in two sections. The satellite section have locks but they don't work or are disabled by the employees. Sliding glass door locks are insufficient and... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
12 February 2013

Dear FunBirds, Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay with us. I truly apologize for the not up to par experience you had during you stay with us. We appreciate all guest feedback, and strive to provide excellent service to all of our guests. I have taken note and wish to thank you... More

Santa Barbara, California
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30 reviews 30 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

Based on its rating and location, I didn't have high hopes for this hotel. However, it was close to the family we were visiting and we just needed a place to sleep. It was perfect for that. The main complaint I have is that as often as I can, I try to get a hotel with a 2 room suite... More

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
20 March 2013

Thank you for your comments. Your willingness to share your experience is appreciated. All of our suites are designed to have a living room area and a bedroom area but no door in between for privacy. We also have connecting rooms available with one king bed and two double beds in the other room and has a door in between.... More

Green River, Utah
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

We went here as a family vacation over the new year. The stay was comfortable, check in was quick and easy, room was clean & breakfast was good. The beds were fine although, I thought, were a bit undersized. My biggest gripe is claiming you have wifi when it barely works, you might as well not have it available. I... More

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vfarmonio, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido, responded to this review
20 March 2013

Thank you for sharing your experience during your stay with us. Perhaps you stayed in a room that has a double bed however, we also have king size beds available. We also apologize that you were not able to get WIFI connection when you were here and for not getting a chance to share the issue with us. I just... More

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Also Known As:
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Escondido Hotel
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Escondido Holiday Inn
Address: 1250 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029
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Region: United States > California > Escondido
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #6 of 17 hotels in Escondido
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido is nestled in hills of north San Diego county, minutes to Wild Animal Park, Performing Art Center, Harrah's Rincon Casino, Valley View Casino, Pala Casino, Cal. State San Marcos, Award Winning Stone Brewing Co., Golf Courses, fishing, and Wineries. Easy access to downtown San Diego, Seaworld, San Diego Zoo, Old Town, Legoland, Beaches, Parks and only a few miles from hiking, Cineplex, and Ice skating. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Centrally located to business & financial district of Escondido. Local companies include Sony, Lockheed Martin, Hewlett Packard and many more. Includes daily deluxe hot breakfast. ... more   less 
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