4875 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, California, United States | (888) 616-5829
Pleasant rooms are spacious with large flat-screen TVs
Many rooms have balconies
Outdoor pool and hot tub are surrounded by concrete, but nonetheless are well-maintained
24-hour fitness center has cardio machines with personal TVs
Shuffleboard, nine-hole putting green, and table tennis on-site
Kids under 12 eat free at the restaurant
Free airport and cruise ship terminal shuttles
Free bicycle rentals and free Wi-Fi
Removed from most tourist destinations
Some rooms feel a bit dated, especially in bathrooms
Fee for parking
Some guests are woken up by reveille at the nearby naval base
Some rooms are in a separate building from the restaurant and pool
Split between an older building with a pool
and restaurant and a newer addition with hipper decor, this Holiday Inn has a
layout that's confusing for some to navigate. Although it's within walking
distance of America's Cup Harbor, the hotel doesn't have the most idyllic views either, being tucked between a major boulevard and a giant parking lot. Some of
the mid-range rooms have better views of the pool area. Family-friendly
recreation options can be found here as well. Business travelers appreciate the
property’s proximity to the airport, and the hotel offers a free shuttle.
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Scene
Partially renovated chain near the naval base features modern, simple interiors
Morning reveille issuing from Point Loma Naval Base are familiar sounds at this Holiday Inn,
which sits across the street from the sprawling military complex. Naval
personnel mix with families and business travelers, and a boating and yachting
culture is evident everywhere within walking distance of the lobby. Defying the
aesthetics typically associated with chain properties, the hotel’s interior
common areas are airy, modern, and serene, with the structure relying on an earth-tone palette
accentuated by both bright colors and darker tones. Guests in the newer
building have to walk the grounds to the original section to get to the hotel’s
pool, bar, and restaurant.
Location
On a busy street with easy access to the airport and attractions
The Holiday Inn San Diego-Bayside is
north of America's Cup Harbor and a short walk to water-related activities,
including Fisherman’s Landing, which offers fishing trips and chartered boats.
There are several restaurants within walking distance as well, including a
seafood eatery and fast-food joint. San Diego International Airport is a
five-minute drive east, and the hotel runs free 24-hour shuttle service both to the airport and cruise ship terminal. Downtown San Diego is a
15-minute drive east, or about 30 minutes by bus. SeaWorld is a
10-minute drive north, or 40 minutes to one hour by bus.
Rooms
Standard rooms in one building, executive in another
The older Tower Building houses basic
guest units and some family-friendly two-room suites, while the
newer Bayside Building has the larger executive rooms and suites with a
modernized design focused on floor-to-ceiling windows and custom wood shutters.
All rooms have a neutral decor in beige and cream, with turquoise accents found
in the artwork and desk chairs. Some Tower rooms have balconies
overlooking the green space surrounding the pool, but others face a parking
lot. Bay-side rooms have better views, with some facing the marina.
Working desks, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers are standard, with microwaves
sometimes on hand. Most bathrooms have average shower/tub combos, with the
executive rooms having large tiled walk-in showers.
Features
Outdoor games, 24-hour gym, and on-site eatery and bar
There's a substantial outdoor recreation area
here beyond the usual pool and hot tub setup, with the hotel having added shuffleboard activities to the large sun deck. The property also has a nine-hole putting green and table
tennis. Beach cruiser bicycles can be rented for free and come with
helmets. A 24-hour fitness center has modern treadmills with personal TVs
and weight-training equipment. Flexible event space includes a modern
ballroom and a fifth-floor meeting room with a view of the harbor. There's no
free breakfast buffet, but kids 12 and under eat free at Point Loma
Cafe, which serves a mix of American and Mexican standards. The Bayside Bar has
nightly drink deals and free happy hour apps, as well as outdoor seating
adjacent to the pool.
