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NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD

Vacation home near San Diego Zoo in San Diego

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Hillcrest stay.Your stay at this Hillcrest vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of San Diego Zoo and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. UC San Diego Health and San Diego Natural History Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Port of San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hazard Center Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flicks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rich's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 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.

NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD

Location, Location, Location...this private & completely remodeled studio sits in the middle of San Diego's lovely Hillcrest neighborhood. A 5 minute walk takes you to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's or Ralph's for shopping ~ and many of the trendy restaurants / bars / cafe's & shops are close by. Zoo, Balboa Park, Gaslamp, Downtown less than 5 minutes away - Airport, Beaches 10 minute ride away.
The studio is downstairs from the main house with a separate entrance & completely private

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 634709, STR-02502L

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.7 mi (18-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.8 mi (15-min drive) from Mission Beach and 8.6 mi (19-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

Is there free parking at NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from San Diego.

Reviews

NEW STUDIO HIDDEN GEM ~ BEST LOCATION HILLCREST ~ CLOSE TO ALL ATTRACTIONS OF SD Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was an absolutely fantastic stay, really close to the convention center for comic con. And the price was unbeatable! Very homey feel that made us feel relaxed after a long day out. Will absolutely be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Favian C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

The place was amazing! The host was very hospitable. I enjoyed my time in San Diego. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The location was perfect for me. Easy to walk everywhere. Easy to check in. The place was comfortable and met my needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy access to restaurants, Trader Joe's, Starbucks etc..

My wife and I would stay again if we need to return to San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

good price and great location

One can't beat the location since it is in the center of Hillcrest and only a block and a half from University Ave., where a large variety of restaurants and bars are a short walk, so a car is not needed unless a person is planning to travel outside of the city. Other areas of interest are a short Uber/Lyft ride away. The owner is a great communicator who responds quickly to any questions. The only drawbacks are the property backs up to Highway 163 where one can hear traffic all night long, so if a person is a light sleeper, this could be a problem. Also, if one is a tall and/or big person, the shower can be a challenge. I am 5'11" tall and 170 lbs., and the shower was a bit tight for me. Overall, it's a great value and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and convenient and great location.

This was a great place to stay for access to Balboa Park. It has everything you need within walking distance without a car, just as I wanted. My only quibble is that it did not note that there is a big step up to the bathroom which might be a challenge for some people. Otherwise, it had everything I needed and was comfortable when I was "rained in", which does happen in San Diego at times.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great loft in convenient location (A host)

Solo or couple SD travelers should absolutely stay here. The host Andrew is amazing. Very kind, responsive, and accommodating. He was very generous to me during a last minute stay, and his loft had all of the basic amenities to meet all of my needs. Safe neighborhood. Many shops, eateries, etc all within basic city walking distance. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana & Manny H., Laguna Niguel, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place in Hillcrest!

The place is so cozy, perfect location to almost everything walking distance. Bed was super comfortable. Wish there was a stove but definitely not a deal breaker. Andrew was super attentive and accommodating. Highly recommend! Looking forward to a future stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ted C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy little spot in good location

Comfortable, clean, cozy, convenient to where we wanted to be. Freeway traffic noise was concerning at first, but with door closed wasn't a big deal. Overall very satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This was a great comfortable place and easy to locate.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Stay

Very cozy and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable spot in the center of San Diego

My partner and I had a great stay! The lodging was in a perfect location - walkable to the vibrant Hillcrest neighborhood, and a short drive to downtown, beaches, Old Town, and all that San Diego has to offier.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet space. Very close to gaslamp and down town san Diego. Stayed there comic con weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place but no tv

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige W.

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay!

great stay - very easy to get around, walkable & 10-20 mins via car to all great spots you want to see! not a huge spot, but big enough & comfy for what is needed. would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

The studio was clean, cozy, and convenient for exploring the city. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Traveled with partner
It was a cute little studio that offered us a good place to stop by and relax in between checking out all that San Diego had to offer! We appreciated there being a fridge and microwave because we didn’t want to eat out the entire weekend we were there. Communication from the host was great, privacy was great, we were worried about not finding street parking, but surprisingly we did not struggle with that (maybe just our luck!). The neighborhood was also nice and had several places nearby that were great; coffee shops, a ramen place, a few thrift stores and a movie theater all within walking distance! Overall, I would definitely recommend this place and would definitely book again if need be.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small and nice

It was a small nice room that my wife and I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hillcrest studio gem

Best location...charming and retro... will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane F., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Small, but all you need!

This efficiency was perfect for my work-by-day, then visit friends and family in the evening. Nice location, near plenty of walkable stores, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armando A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

The location was perfect for both work and pleasure. Amenities were fantastic. Thanks for the upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monic P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay & location!

Cute little location for a quick and fun getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad R. S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for Hillcrest

The property is perfect for one or two people. It's cute, and so close to all things in Hillcrest. I did not need a car for nothing in Hillcrest. Short Uber ride to Zoo and other attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asa M., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and Stay!

Super impressed with the location of this property. Talk about walkable! Enjoyed starting and ending each day going through Hillcrest. Fun, safe and convenient! Check this place out!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hillcrest Hospitality

Clean and quaint quarters within walking distance to anything you need. Visited my son and family and provided the perfect spot to spend the night. No television but no need for one. Bed, coffee, fridge, kitchenette, microwave, chairs and counter, and spacious bathroom with many toiletries. Detailed instructions provided by host. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023