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Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian

Vacation home near Balboa Park in San Diego

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A historic building with a porch, wooden steps, and potted plants.
A covered porch with a wooden floor, a metal table, and chairs. There are two doors with glass panels and a number above each.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a chandelier.
A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a fireplace, a dining area with wooden chairs, a sofa, and a large window with a stained glass design.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a brick fireplace, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, San Diego Civic Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Heart of San Diego.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego vacation home, you'll find Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. Port of San Diego and Petco Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Balboa Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 13 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Kebab Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Maru - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian

This impeccable historic apartment is in a perfect downtown San Diego location, only 5 blocks to the Gaslamp District and equally close to the outdoor cafes of Little Italy. A vintage gem surrounded by luxury towers, this 2-bedroom is part of four newly restored Victorian buildings, and is beautifully and artfully furnished with wood floors, two queen beds, and a fully equipped kitchen. This unique suite has all the comforts of a hotel and all the charm of a boutique inn.

In the center of downtown San Diego, just minutes from the airport and the convention center, Victoria Square is the perfect base from which to discover San Diego. Blocks to the harbor, the San Diego Opera, and Horton Plaza, this location is also only a few minutes walk to the San Diego trolley, and boasts easy freeway access to all beaches and attractions. Walking distance to the House of Blues, as well as to the Museum of Contemporary Art, Victoria Square is also only a five-minute drive from the famous San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park cultural center.

No Pets or smoking allowed.

There is NO parking for this unit. Cars can be parked in paid lots nearby, or metered parking on the street. Street parking is free from 6pm-8am in most places.

Please note that the fireplace does not work, and is not included as an amenity.

​​​​​​​Minimum age to book is 25 years old.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 631461, STR-00077L

Property is also known as

Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian #216 Apartment
575903
Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian #216 San Diego
Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian #216 Apartment San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.5 mi (20-min drive) from Mission Beach and 6.4 mi (15-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from San Diego.

Beautifully Restored Downtown Victorian Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

business trip

The house was very nice. I would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Organized, easy, clean stay

Excellent experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Convenient and clean

The location was convenient for many tourist locations, although the immediate neighborhood was a little run down. The layout worked well for a group of three, with two en suites. The kitchen was minimally stocked. There wasn’t enough comfortable seating in the living room. Overall, the place was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice property but sofa was uncomfortable.

Very easy to deal with owner. I needed to add a day at the last minute and was accomodated perfectly. Instructions were clear.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
We thought the place was ok.We had 2 issues, 1 that the company really should fix & 1 that was out of their control.The deadbolt on the front door was at best sketchy, but with the added locked gate, kept the outsiders out.The 2nd night we were there, the upstairs folks were playing tag football (at least that's what it sounded like) and boy was it noisy !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was very clean & efficient. Management responded right away when we had a problem with the electronic door lock. They sent a handyman within a 1/2 an hour to change the batteries & got it working properly.The bed was a bit uncomfortable for me. It was springy with little or no stuffing. The bed in the other room was extremely firm. The living room couch was uncomfortable & the sound for the TV was horrible. The speakers weren't good at all. There was a homeless person outside the main gate a couple of days. But this is downtown San Diego. Not much you can do about it.Despite that, the unit served its purpose. A short walk to Little Italy & Seaport Village. We used the trolley to get around. Overall we enjoyed the unit and it's convenient location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Victorian in downtown San Diego

No problems. Great location for a conference at the Marriott Marquis. Apartment had all the necessities. Old house but attractive. Front porch nice place to sit. Very comfortable beds. Manager very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Convient

Although the neighborhood is a bit sketchy, it is conveniently situated between Gas Lamp and Little Italy. The extra security of the street gate was appreciated. If you're on foot, it is definitely worth getting back before dark. However, it was easy for Ubers to pick up and drop off. The unit itself is no-frills (the couch really does suck!), but does provide two suitable rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Character and Charm

The stay (a couple of weeks ago) was for both business and pleasure. The location is great; close enough for a short walk to Gaslamp or Little Italy for any food. This does not include all the places in between. The train is a mere 5 blocks away if you cut over then down and can be made closer if planned out. Other vacationers were pleasant for front porch conversations in the evening. The modest kitchen more than served it's purpose and the bathrooms are clean and useful. I will say though the beds were a bit harder than I prefer, and the box spring was a bit noisy when getting into and out of the bed. Those are mere personal preferences. We did have an issue with a caretaker damaging the front porch post; however, this was reported and received well for future maintenance. The check in process was very thorough, detailed and useful making it stress-free and easy. Building access is just as convenient with information in hand. Hopefully next year can be just as good! Thank you Urban Sands!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Nice placeAn

Amazing location and beautiful apartment. Having parking on the premises was awesome. Lots of bugs. Flys, gnats, bugs on the mattress. Even dead bugs in the fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

not comfortable

proximity to downtown, little italy, coronado and balboa park are great. however, the urine smell and homeless sleeping on the sidewalk out front aren’t great. once inside, the unit is super cute, very clean and well maintained for a victorian of that age. unfortunately, it seems that the furniture, appliances and kitchen utensils were all purchased at the local thrift store. there is no place for a family of four to sit and eat. the futon sofa is literally so uncomfortable you can’t sit on it. same for the queen sized bed. my kids (8 & 10) refused to sleep on the mattress because the springs were poking them. not a comfortable stay at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Cortez Hill

Great location. Convenient to the San Diego attractions that we were interested in seeing! My suggestions to the property-owners/managers would be: invest some bucks in improving the furniture at this otherwise great property. A real couch, chairs and a bed that doesn’t creak when you breathe would be good starters. Firm pillows and quality bedding would be appreciated as well as shelves in the bathrooms to be able to place your belongings and more towels. With a little tlc, this could be a great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location was awesome.

Being in town was a key to getting around easy and so close to the places we visited.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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