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Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo

3.0 of 5
17065 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 (Formerly Holiday Inn San Diego-Rancho Bernardo)
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo
Ranked #172 of 246 hotels in San Diego
3.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
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Ventura, California
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

We stayed here recently when I was running a 1/2 marathon at the Safari Park, and it was an absolutely ideal location for us. The hotel is just off of I15, so easy access north and south. If you walk (or drive) to the other side of I15, there is plenty of access to restaurants and shops if you aren't... More

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New Mexico
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

This Holiday Inn is showing it's age, needs some updating. Located right off I-15. Check-In: Fast and Accurate Room: Two Room Spa Suite This is an older Holiday Inn that has been converted to an express. We were on the first floor and the guests above sounded like a herd of buffalo - no sound buffing at all. Beds were... More

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DFW
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Free breakfast has cereal, fruit, yogurt, pastries, (very bad) eggs, sausage etc. The only problem Apart from the Elephant Bar, there's nothing within walking distance for meals, so it's best to have a car. Only delivery to the hotel is pizza. But the staff are very friendly, comfortable rooms and beds and no complaints about the hotel itself.

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Danielle Havey, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo, responded to this review
25 April 2012

Thank you for your review; we appreciate all our guests that provide feedback on their stays. I am looking into your comments about our eggs at breakfast. We want to ensure every part of our guests' stay meets or exceeds their expectations. We are happy you enjoyed the rest of your stay with us and look forward to welcoming you... More

Bristol, England, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

We stayed here after spending 4 nights in a Holiday Inn downtown San Diego and found this far better value (free car parking, free breakfast, nicer room). The bed was comfortable, the room airy and clean and the shower had good pressure. There was free wi-fi available also, which was useful. We were happy here and would recommend it for... More

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Danielle Havey, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo, responded to this review
27 March 2012

Thank you for your nice comments; I will share your review with the rest of the team here. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Again, thank you for taking the time to write a review of our property and your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. More

Portage, Michigan
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

This is a very convenient location with a excellent restaurant and bar next door (Elephant Bar). This is now a Holiday Inn Express, no longer a Holiday Inn as of January 2012, even though it is still listed as a Holiday Inn. The property has been recently remodeled and the breakfast only restaurant, has been converted to a HIE eating... More

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Danielle Havey, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo, responded to this review
24 January 2012

Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback about your stay. You are correct that we are in the process of converting to a Holiday Inn Express from a Holiday Inn. Since we are still in the process of converting we have been serving a hybrid breakfast between the two brands. Once we are officially a Holiday Inn... More

USA
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2011

The hotel looks a bit old from the outside, but the room we stayed at was very clean and fairly large with a nice sofa. The furniture was old fashioned, but in good shape, with just a few nicks and scratches here and there. The room got a good amount of daylight thanks to the sliding door into the little... More

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Danielle Havey, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo, responded to this review
5 October 2011

Thank you for taking the time to review Holiday Inn Rancho Bernardo. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. As you mentioned, we are still in the process of switching out our furniture to a more modern look and would love for you to come back to see. The construction noise in the reception area... More

South Orange, New Jersey
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2011
3
people found this review helpful

This hotel, if you can call it that is interesting. I have stayed here on business and can say it is the worst POS hotel in the US. Yes, its bad folks. WHy? 1) Horrible Service 2) Overcharges 3) Incompetent Staff 4) Noisy Rooms 5) Outdated 1960's decor 6) The list goes on and on. This hotel (motel) might be... More

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Danielle Havey, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express San Diego N - Rancho Bernardo, responded to this review
15 August 2011

Thank you for your response; we take all feedback seriously in order to improve ourselves. We genuinely regret your expectations were not met during your stay, however, what you described is not in line with how we treat our guests. I understand during your visit our hotel was in the middle of our major renovation and this may have caused... More

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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2010
1
person found this review helpful

We had a Lacrosse tournament in Rancho Bernardo and waited too long to make reservations. We had only 2 choices and unfortunately I chose the Holiday Inn. They had a great rate of $112 for the "Presidential suite". As others have said, there was little to no parking and the spaces were tiny. Check in was nice and easy. We... More

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Bloomington, Indiana
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2010
1
person found this review helpful

It was a little more than I wanted to pay, but that's because it's so close to all these corporations here and gets business travelers whose companies foot the bill. Weekend rates are predictably lower. Nice underground parking for security of belongings, I like that they had a laundry room. Internet is free though far from speedy. Very well appointed... More

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Charlotte
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2010

My stay at this facility was AWESOME....not only did I enjoy the rest but Mr. G and his entire staff were very courteous. They went above and beyond....when I needed a ride, towels, or anything. I recommend anyone to stay here. Thank you Mr. G and the entire staff. Maurice J.

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Address: 17065 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 (Formerly Holiday Inn San Diego-Rancho Bernardo)
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