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Holiday Inn Express San Francisco-Airport South by IHG

Budget-friendly hotel in Burlingame with free breakfast, parking, airport shuttle, outdoor pool & WiFi. Close to San Francisco Bay, Twin Peaks & SFO Airport.

1250 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA 94010, United States View on map
8/10
Very Good Based on 1431 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable Stay with Convenient Airport Access

Guests highlight the friendly staff, complimentary breakfast, and practical amenities that cater well to travelers seeking easy access to San Francisco International Airport. Some note room updates and good views, while shuttle service receives mixed feedback on reliability.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and helpful front desk staff providing welcoming service
  • Complimentary breakfast offering a good variety of items and all-day coffee
  • Convenient location near the airport and close to a well-regarded restaurant
  • Comfortable rooms with recent bathroom renovations and useful amenities like microwaves and in-room safes
  • Nice outdoor pool and pleasant views of the San Francisco Bay

Worth knowing

  • Shuttle service has been reported as inconsistent or delayed by several guests
  • The building is older with some dated decor and institutional-style hallways, despite recent updates
  • Occasional airplane noise due to proximity to the airport
  • No pet-friendly policy
  • Some guests appreciate on-site conveniences like a 24/7 sundry store and a business center

Best for

  • Travelers with layovers or early flights needing quick airport access
  • Budget-conscious guests seeking basic yet comfortable accommodations
  • Visitors looking for complimentary breakfast and parking
  • Families appreciating kid-friendly amenities and close proximity to local attractions
  • Guests wanting waterfront views and easy access to restaurants and parks nearby
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express San Francisco-Airport South by IHG

Located at 1250 Old Bayshore Hwy in Burlingame, California, this Holiday Inn Express offers practical accommodations within a convenient airport zone overlooking San Francisco Bay. The hotel combines budget-friendly comfort with functional amenities, making it a suitable choice for travelers seeking straightforward lodging near San Francisco International Airport, just minutes away by car.

The property features a range of facilities including an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, parking, and an airport shuttle service. Guest rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with amenities such as microwaves and in-room safes, although some public areas, like the hallways, have a somewhat dated or institutional feel. Visitors have praised the freshly renovated bathrooms and the helpful, approachable staff, though experiences with shuttle wait times have varied.

Guests looking to balance work and leisure will find an on-site business center and fitness facilities, while families appreciate the kid-friendly environment and easy access to nearby attractions like Twin Peaks, the San Francisco Zoo, and CuriOdyssey. The location also provides pleasant bay views and proximity to chain hotels and the Bayfront Park plane-watching area, catering well to those with early flights or layovers.

With a four-star rating based on over 1,400 reviews, the hotel suits visitors who prioritize location and basic conveniences over luxury. Those attending conferences or planning small events can also take advantage of the conference center and wedding venue offerings on site.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JA
Jay Ashton Apr 04, 2026
10

An older building, but appears to be somewhat recently renovated. New decor, bathrooms, etc. In room safe and fridge Has a pool Has free breakfast. 2 miles from airport for convenience. Restaurant in front. Wonderful staff.

JV
jay victor Mar 31, 2026
8.0

Right next to Max's restaurant, which is wonderful, a short walk away, and really convenient if you're laying over to catch a flight. Typical 3 star hotel, in general, but with really cool multi-level lobby area/dining. Very Mid-Century Modern, and nice views of the bay. Rooms have all the usual stuff, but the bathroom seemed to have been recently renovated, and very nice. Decor is a bit dated, and the hallways feel very institutional, but still not bad. Hot breakfast is typical for these hotels, and good enough when you're in a rush.

JA
Jonathan Adler Mar 21, 2026
8.0

I have been waiting for the shuttle for an hour and keep being told it’s 5 minutes away. I have seen every other hotel shuttle 3 times. The whole reason I am staying here is because I wanted to quickly get to a hotel after a long flight and there was a free shuttle. Update: I called at 2:25 and was dropped off right at 4 Second update: breakfast was soooo good well done and the receptionist was really nice and apologetic. The rooms are really big and comfortable too but the wifi was not good

AL
Anna L Feb 21, 2026
10

My boyfriend, I and two friends stayed here for three nights for the sbkz congress and we had a great time. The staff is really nice, the complimentary breakfast was good and the location was perfect for us. I was surprised that we had a microwave in our room, it's rare to see and it was a great addition. For breakfast they always had eggs, turkey, bacon, cereal, fruit, pancakes, juice, muffins and English muffins, it was nice. Breakfast is from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30, but the coffee was available all day . By staying here we also got 10% off at the restaurant in front. We used that twice. Check out is noon. The staff was really nice, the AC worked well, and I liked that they had a good area to work from if needed. They also had a pool, but we didn't use it since it was November when we went. Really nice view of the water as well. Will definitely stay here again!

GB
Gayathri Balasubramanian Feb 11, 2026
8.0

I stayed for two nights last week at the Holiday Inn San Francisco Airport South. Kathy was incredibly friendly and helpful—she even went out of her way to give me coins for my laundry. She’s the best! I loved the 24/7 Sundry store, which offered a wide variety of items for immediate convenience. The rooms and beds were very comfortable, and the view behind the hotel was beautiful. The only minor downside was a bit of airplane noise, though it wasn’t too disruptive. The hotel is just five minutes from the international airport, and I used their free shuttle service. The breakfast spread was also quite good.

KP
Kris Palmer Jan 20, 2026
10

I had a one night stay on 11/21/25 and man I tell you! It was such an amazing stay. The front desk ladies were very friendly, they showed compassion in their job, it was all smiles and a warm welcome for my family and I. It's nice to see that the front desk manager; Fili is very interacting with guests and her co workers. You don't see management come out and interact like that often. Kathy was amazing as well. Kathy and Fili both made it possible for my family and I to enjoy our stay, we will definitely be staying again for our next family vacation next year.

PPT
Please Pass the Chicken Jan 11, 2026
10

What a gem of a hotel. When you arrive at night after being left by your international flight , u may have impression that this is also going to be a disappointment experience… however nothing is farther from the truth! My room was clean and tidy, the bed was comfortable. Waking up was such a joy to a beautiful waterfront sunrise! Then the breakfast was so good and refreshing after a stressful airport experience. The staff the entire staff was friendly personable and hard working. There is a shuttle to the airport . I was able to walk to enterprise car rental to take a day excursion. This place is the best !!!! A pure refuge.

X
x Jan 07, 2026
10

I missed a connecting flight to Australia, due to weather delays. United Airlines gave me a complimentary stay at one of 3 hotels. I chose this Holiday Inn Express and I must say, I certainly choose the perfect place to rest and recuperate. Complimentary shuttle to and from SFO. Front desk staff are outstanding and genuinely helpful. This is a very nice place to stay, honestly. I actually stayed at the same brand hotel in Dubai and found the quality and experience to be much the same as here at this hotel in San Francisco. To add merit to my review.. I've been to 79 countries and 50 states and this was a memorable place to stay that I will return to next time I have a layover at SFO.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Express San Francisco-Airport South by IHG

Burlingame, California, USA

Airport zone overlooking San Francisco Bay, with chain hotels & Bayfront Park plane watching.

  • Millbrae 44 min Walk
  • Broadway 13 min Walk
  • Burlingame 37 min Walk
  • San Francisco International Airport 6 min Car · 26 min Transit
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport 35 min Car · 1 hr 1 Transit
  • Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport 34 min Car · 1 hr 47 Transit
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