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Giraffe House Chula Vista

Family-friendly stay near Chula Vista Center

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A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a long table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with a black refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with a long table and leather chairs.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.
An outdoor seating area with a pergola, wicker furniture, and potted plants.
A living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV displaying 'NETFLIX,' and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 62788 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Chula Vista, CA
  • Place, Chula Vista Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Len Moore Skate Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chula Vista

Castle Park stay.Your stay at this Castle Park condo places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Chula Vista Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. San Diego Bay and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Len Moore Skate Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kaiser Permanente Otay Mesa Medical Offices - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Chula Vista Bayside Park - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hogetsu Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Loco - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Giraffe House Chula Vista

Come spend a few days in our warm and welcoming home. You`ll feel right at home here in Chula Vista, California.

Whether you`re visiting family or friends, looking for adventure, romantic getaway, or business trip, we are close to some of San Diego’s best shopping, dining, and recreation areas. Downtown San Diego is 15 minutes away and Mexico is just a quick 10-minute drive South.

Remodeled duplex in a quiet and safe neighborhood.

This apartment is a duplex unit and shares a wall with the adjacent unit. The apartment has its own private entrance and backyard.

It offers;
- Air Conditioning and heating
- Two bedrooms (Bedroom #1 with one King or two Twin beds. Bedroom #2 has one Queen bed)
- One bathroom
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Smart TV in each bedroom with large 4K TV in the living room - Netflix and hulu for local broadcast.
- Living room with sofa-bed (full size) and second sofa has three recliners
- Free WiFi
- Private fenced backyard
- Parking for two cars inside the property; plus plenty of street parking
- Access to washer and dryer in the garage

We are close to several major shopping centers; Downtown San Diego/Gas Lamp is 15 minutes away and Mexico is just a quick 10-minute drive.

We are conveniently located within a short driving distance to a wide range of restaurants, local breweries, and popular sites such as;

Public transportation is also within a 5-min walk.

* Downtown San Diego/Gas Lamp (15 minutes away)
* San Diego International Airport
* Mexico is just a quick 10-minute drive
* Chula Vista Marina
* Sea World’s Aquatica Water Park
* Chula Vista’s Amphitheatre and
* Living Coast Discovery Park

You have full access to all areas of the apartment, as well as the front and back yards.
You are welcome to use anything that is in the house.

We give our guests space by using a self-check in process; however, I can meet you in person and show you around if you prefer. I will provide the code to the lock-box two days before your arrival.

Our property is located in the old part of Chula Vista; however, the neighborhood is safe and clean. We are close to shopping, restaurants, and freeways.

Public transportation is also within a 5-min walk.
- Quiet hours are 10:00 pm

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Car not required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is only allowed in the outdoor areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,788 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- Quiet hours are 10:00 pm

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We allow pets for an additional fee of $20 per day

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed in the outdoor areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR24-0095

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Giraffe House Chula Vista to the airport?

This condo is 14.5 mi (33-min drive) away from the Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Giraffe House Chula Vista to the beach?

This condo is 13.1 mi (17-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 6.2 mi (10-min drive) from Imperial Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Giraffe House Chula Vista?

No, there is no casino at this condo, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Giraffe House Chula Vista?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Giraffe House Chula Vista?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Giraffe House Chula Vista to downtown Chula Vista?

This condo is 2.2 mi away from Chula Vista.

Giraffe House Chula Vista Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy, the host were very nice and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

simon b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes!!! Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and convenient...close to airport, shopping, and many attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

steve w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy

Cozy place with comfortable beds and a great kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Secluded, and lovely home. Had everything we needed for a memorable trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helio and Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Clean, quiet, everything you need is there. Very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing space in a great location!

Very spacious and a great layout with a fantastic private yard! Wish we had more time to hang out at the house and take advantage of the full kitchen! Will definitely plan to book here again next time we are in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fred J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Charming property that meant all of our needs. Especially traveling with pets. The host were available and quickly attentive to any issues that arose. We appreciate them hosting us. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

G8 stay

Nice place very pretty best pillows evere
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little place.

Cute little property. Super clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay and Maricarmen is a wonderful host!

Beautiful home VERY clean !! Close to everything !! Property owner is amazing and makes sure you have everything you need..
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, supper cute and clean, location is a little tough if you're looking for it in the dark as it's behind another house, but didn't cause too many issues. We had our dog with us and it was great for him too! The back yard is well contained and I didn't need to worry at all. Beds were comfy and so we're the sofas. Kitchen was well equipped. Check in and check out were super easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Giraffe House

Enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped. We had everything we needed. The host was very good to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Extended stay

This is a very comfortable, well managed rental. Maricarmen was friendly, caring and responsive to our needs.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleased with our choice to stay at the Giraffe House

Our stay at the Giraffe House was a very enjoyable one. The home is beautifully decorated and furnished quite well. We were very impressed by our host and her home, and we do intend to stay there again if we’re ever in the San Diego area. We are a family of four and this was a perfect fit for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean Home

Very clean home. Easy access to daily necessities. Everything we needed was provided. Good communication with the Hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy with our 3yr old

Stayed here with our 3 year old, who loved eating outside and running around the fenced backyard. It’s a 15 minute walk from a great playground as well.The property was as described: clean, quiet, safe. Maricarmen was also a great host: clear, timely communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

This is the second time we have stayed here. It is so relaxing. The pergola is a plus. Clean, tidy, and feels like home. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This stay was just what we needed and more! Everything was perfect. Both the front yard and back yard spaces were lovely. The kitchen is awesome and the house was clean and the Hostess was very kind! Thank you Maricarmen for being so accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations for family vacation

The Giraffe House provided perfect lodging for a little family vacation over Christmas. The property was clean and comfortable, and it was clear the owner has put effort into maintaining and updating the rental. We found the kitchen and linens to be well stocked, adding to the homey feel. Maricarmen communicated needed information regularly and responded promptly to questions. If in the area we would stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alayna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable

We enjoyed our stay very much! The apartment was cozy and quiet. After long days exploring San Diego, it was nice to come back to a spot to relax. The host was friendly and attentive. And checked on us to make sure we checked in and out safely. Because we have family who live in San Diego, we will be visiting often. I will definitely recommend to other family members and hope to stay again outselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Giraffe house

all the comfort of home but we missed the lack of cable network for watching live football and hockey.. Very nice interior theme with giraffe cuteness throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

THE BEST property for my family and dogs!

Maricarmen was an amazing host and right next door if any issues arose! Her property was ready for pets with a covered couch and a fenced in yard. We are military moving to a new location and had just moved out of our most recent home and she was there to help our transition with a fully equipped home. Plenty of parking space for our 2 big Toyotas! Overall, GREAT stay and it was exactly what we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We had a great stay at Giraffe house. We loved how comfy and spacious it was, and the cute decor. The property was as described. One person was in a wheelchair and the house had enough room to maneuver. There was just two small steps at the front door. The hosts were able to address any problems that arose. The area was nice and close to many stores, restaurants and sites. We had a fantastic time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jorge m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, quiet neighborhood!

The property is "half-of-a-duplex" in a very quiet neighborhood. It has a 2-car parking in an inner lot accessed by a wide driveway. Additonal parking is available in the main street. I rented the place for a niece and 2 nephews, but it can accommodate up to six people (two bedrooms, plus two sofa beds). My guests were always well rested in the morning!The hosts/owners were easy to communicate with, answers promptly, and were very accommodating! My niece and nephews loved the place, and we will definitely try to get it again in future needs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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