Candlewood Suites San Diego, an IHG Hotel, is near Fashion Valley Mall. Guests enjoy the spa tub, 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi. The multilingual staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.
Located in Mission Valley, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG is in the suburbs and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Bay and Old Town San Diego State Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our San Diego travel guide
1335 Hotel Circle S, San Diego, CA, 92108
What's nearby
Hotel Circle
1 min walk - 0.0 km
University of San Diego
3 min drive - 3.4 km
Fashion Valley Mall
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Riverwalk Golf Club
14 min walk - 1.2 km
UC San Diego Health
3 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Fashion Valley Transit Center Station
3 min drive
Old Town Transit Center
6 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
17 min drive
Restaurants
Hampton’s “On The House” Breakfast
9 min walk
Monkey Bar
20 min walk
Crust Kitchen
6 min walk
Communion
5 min drive
The Remy
20 min walk
About this property
Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG
Hotel near Mission Bay
At Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG, you can look forward to a corner/local shop, dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business centre are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Self-parking (surcharge), a local area shuttle and express check-out
A front desk safe, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
Free newspapers, coffee/tea in reception and luggage storage
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
42-inch TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and kitchens
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Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
24-hour gym
Hot tub
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
In-room cot
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (weekly)
Multilingual staff
Business services
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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1 building
3 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Paper towels
Toaster
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75, per accommodation, per week, plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 150 and a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per week plus a one-off USD 150 cleaning fee
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Candlewood San Diego
Candlewood Suites Hotel San Diego
Candlewood Suites San Diego
San Diego Candlewood Suites
Candlewood Suites San Diego Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Is Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per week. A cleaning fee of USD 150 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG?
As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG on 13 Apr 2026 start from ฿6,218, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG?
Self-parking is available for USD 15 per night. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG?
Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG located?
Located in Mission Valley, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hotel Circle and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and University of San Diego. Fashion Valley Mall and Mission Valley Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km). Fashion Valley Transit Center Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Room was clean. Staff was courteous. They could do better with their TVs, though. They were very old, making the picture quality seem very blurry and faded. Also, they didn't offer any streaming platforms like Netflix, etc.
The hotel was contacted asking if they had 2 cribs for our twin boys. They gauranteed they did so I booked with them, upon arrival they only said they had 1 and that they didn’t say they had promised me them. After talking to manager I caught them in a lie, we had no choice but to stay. The room was full of dog hair and they said they could only clean once a week. They also allowed a drunk male to sit and drink outside the main office. We left early even though we couldn’t get a refund. If you care about your family don’t book with them.
Guillermo
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julian
2 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We visited from out of town and are a family of 5. The stay was so good! The room very family friendly. I love that the king bedroom is seperate from bedroom and living room/ kitchen area. We visited Liberty Station and sea world both places were 10-15 min drive. Super nice location! Staff was also very friendly!
This specific property was matching what is shown and described in the Expedia application. The stay was comfortable and very clean with the required daily essentials. Loved the stay in this property for our short tour.
When we arrived at Candlewood Suites, I presented my identification and form of payment. After looking up my reservation, the front desk informed me that it had been canceled. I was very confused, as I had even called that morning to request an early check-in, and nothing was mentioned about any issue with my booking.
The receptionist told me that they had tried to run my card, and it did not go through. However, since my reservation through Expedia clearly stated “Pay at property,” I assumed payment would be collected upon arrival not before. It’s very disappointing to have called earlier that same day, been told early check-in was available, and yet not been informed that my reservation was canceled.
My family and I were in town for a special event and were suddenly left without a place to stay. Thankfully, we were able to find another hotel to accommodate us, but I would not recommend Candlewood Suites by IHG to anyone after this experience.
Property was not very clean, the people above us sounded like they were stampeding on the floor until late night and very early in the morning, the lights kept shutting off by themselves, there was construction, literally underneath my window with something that was banging the wall all day on the last day that I stayed you couldn’t be in the bathroom without the fan blaring it was connected to the light,I asked for another room they said that they were full, my grandson who just graduated From Marine Boot Camp came over we tried to get him a room, they said it was going to be $254, and only had one left, I looked online and they had one for $167, not very accommodating at all. Will not stay there again
I booked a two bedroom suite. I got one bedroom and a slightly partitioned area where a bed and dresser were. This was located directly off of the kitchenette and living room area and had ZERO privacy. I’m highly disappointed with the description of this suite. When booking two bedrooms, one would expect to have two bedrooms with doors and privacy! Depending on the guests staying there, it could be very uncomfortable and embarrassing. As it was, I disturbed my husband several times on our stay because I was literally walking by his bed to get a glass of water.
Added to that, there was not one piece of information in the entire unit. No instructions for the TV, no writing paper, no local eateries, no building map… NOTHING!
There was no breakfast, so we had to go to the store to get stuff to fix in the room, not that big of a deal, but I didn’t book the room for the kitchen, I booked it for the TWO BEDROOMS.
Staff was friendly, the unit was clean, beds were miserably hard and we couldn’t get anything (literally) to come up on the television. There was one ice machine for the whole place, it was an elevator ride to the next floor, very inconvenient.
We won’t book here again.
Room was ok. We liked the living room separate from bedroom.. liked having a kitchen.. the bed was awful, sagged in the center and one side really low to the ground. The elevator was "broken" 4 outta the 5 days we were there. We were on the 3rd floor and i have mobility issues. I would have asked for the 1st floor had i known we would be using the stairs. Had to carry all 6 bags down 3 flights of stairs at 7 in the morning of our checkout. Extremely frustrating for someone who has ankle surgery 6 months ago. Staff was friendly if you could ever find them, they were usually in back office
The staff was AMAZING. There was a problem with the elevators that happened to break down on our arrival AND our departure dates. However, the staff took care of us and made sure they helped to the best of their ability. It's not about having a problem. It's always about how they deal with it, and they did EXCELLENT!
This was the perfect place for us. We got a 1 bedroom suite. It was like a small apartment. It had 2 queen beds and a sofa bed and 2 bathrooms. Which was great considering we had 5 people. We stayed for a week. It wasn’t noisy, like alot of places we have stayed. We were able to make food and had everything that we needed to stay comfortably. Like we were at home. When we needed a refill on soap or toilet paper, the staff was attentive. If we are in San Diego again, we will definitely stay here.
Family friendly, parking, hot tub, clean, full kitchen, friendly staff, very accommodating, many restaurants options nearby, and close to all the attractions we were going to like the San Diego Zoo
It was central to everything which saved money on transportation. A kitchen, living room area, 2 bedrooms, a pull out couch and 2 full bathrooms was very nice for our family.
There were a few things that we disliked. One of the toilets was clogged and smelly. The internet was extremely slow and the light outside the door was out.
Overall, it isnt a 5 star hotel and it doesnt have an oven (it does have a full size fridge) and it was pretty much everything our family needed.