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The Hideaway Summary:

Vacation home near San Diego Zoo in San Diego

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Interior
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4575 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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San Diego, California
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Globe Theater
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 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 Balboa Park. Petco Park and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Zoo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Globe Theater - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Museum of Art - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sydney's Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Baja Betty's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Merrow - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sabertooth Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Balboa Perk - ‬9 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.

The Hideaway Summary:

Summary:
Beautiful one bedroom, one bath completely remodel in one of San Diego's best neighborhoods. It is located one block away from Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo. Walking distance to Restaurants, Night life and much more....
And only five minutes from Downtown San Diego.

The Space:
Our place has a brand new AC unit that makes our home ice cold, there is a one-car garage and an outdoor patio with a table that seats five people. There is a washer and dryer inside the unit.

Getting Around:
Hillcrest is among the most walkable neighborhoods in San Diego with a neighborhood Walk Score of 87. Rideshare easily accessible. Many Bird scooters and bikes near by.

Other Things to Note:
Washer & Dryer are located in the garage which is accessible via the patio off of the kitchen. East to access!

Pet friendly, $99 per stay!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 575 square feet

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

Rules

No smoking or loud music. We do accept pets but it is important to pickup after them on a daily basis. Also, there will be an additional one time c...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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 first aid kit
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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-04331L, 621628

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hideaway Summary: to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.4 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hideaway Summary: have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hideaway Summary: to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.1 mi (17-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 8.4 mi (17-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hideaway Summary: offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Hideaway Summary:?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway Summary:?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hideaway Summary:?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hideaway Summary: have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Hideaway Summary: have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hideaway Summary: to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from San Diego.

Reviews

The Hideaway Summary: Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

gina g.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the space, the neighborhood, and its convenience to downtown. The water, soda, & snacks were a nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth C G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just terrific! It was quiet and clean, bed was comfy. I felt very safe. Great hosts. We walked back and forth to the park to the museums, found a nearby hiking area enjoyed wonderful restaurants, saw outdoor Shakespeare, had a picnic. A wonderful trip all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The property was very nice and comfortable. The owner was very responsive and easy to work with. Checking in and out were fast and easy.The extra complimentary snacks and drinks were a nice added touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Our stay was great. Host was very responsive if we had any questions. We appreciated the extra snacks and waters as our kids are always hungry. The washer and dryer are located in the garage which makes parking an SUV inside impossible. However there was street parking right outside. Overall it was a great location for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a short stay

The property is in a great area and the host was excellent. Very responsive communications with easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Real relaxing

Real nice place and very private. I highly recommend this place. You will not be disappointed
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot to stay while visiting family in the area

Great neighborhood-close to Hillcrest and downtown. Property manager attentive and responsive.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and communication

We were able to walk to park and restaurants while the highways were close by as well. The small patio in the back was good. The owner checked in to see if everything was ok and there were snacks and drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

Arrived an hour early after driving 10 hours. Contacted the manager and he let us in early. He was on site a few times and was very nice. Could not ask did anything more. Great gist and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property and neighborhood

Spacious one bedroom and plenty of street parking (only a very small car will fit in the garage). Biggest plus is having air conditioning…a rarity in SD and much appreciated. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Centrally located, quiet and clean residence

Perfect for a couple, this clean and comfortable Hillcrest one bedroom suite was as advertised. The hosts were excellent to communicate with, and the check in process was seamless. The snacks and drinks were a bonus, and there was plenty of room in the suite for us. Would recommend this property for a couple and I would definitely return the next time I’m in San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Location is wonderful! The house needs a to be updated a bit. There is an annoying, constant squeaky sound from the unit above the couch that needs to be addressed. I don’t like that we have to pay a cleaning fee and yet strip the bed, take out the trash and do the dishes. Either lower the fee or include the after stay in the fee. The place is too small to warrant both.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L., Greencastle pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay and wonderful location

The home was exactly as advertised. Very clean and spacious. Well stocked with everything we needed. Wonderful location close too many things we wanted to see. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay

This unit was a great place for a week stay. The kitchen was well stocked. We did not have a car, and all the sites we went to were via walking, lyft or city bus.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P., Scottsdale, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful condo

This was our 2nd stay at the Hideaway and once again we found the cozy condo to be exceptionally clean and comfortable. The little touches of complimentary coffee and snacks are so appreciated and Efrain is a wonderful host who went out of his way to help me retrieve an item left behind. Thank you and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla J., Vacaville, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Celebration

Great location, well appointed and comfortable. We felt at home right away. The Hideaway was the perfect place to explore Balboa Park and the Zoo.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gino E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and neighborhood

Stayed here for a couple of days to visit the SD Zoo. The zoo was an easy walking distance both too and from after a long day at the zoo. Communication was prompt and clear with the owners. Property was clean and had an abundance of amenities and extras. If i travel to SD again, I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

sally b., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, Location, Location and a really nice place

We spent the past two weeks in this apartment and had a wonderful time visiting tourist attractions and going out of the city area to the beaches, and parks. The zoo was less than 1/2 mile walking from our door to their gates. Driving times to anywhere in the city area to the border, Zoo Safari and the beaches was 15-25 minutes max. Entrances to the highway system were close by. The neighborhood was quiet and safe and charming with lots of craftsman houses. I found a walking trail cutting through the community in a small canyon. Vey cool. The apartment itself had everything we needed to cook and eat all our meals, full size fridge with ice and water dispenser, full stove/oven, coffee pot and toaster. the bed was very comfortable and the hot water was plentiful. We loved the full size washer/dryer in the garage. The apartment was spotless when we arrived and everything is maintained well. The owners left us a selectin of K-cups, snacks and bottled water gratis. Response from the owner on a small issue was impressive , polite and welcoming. For those who love BIG TVs - the TV in the living room will exceed your expectations. You can stream any service on it. We just signed into our regular services. No local TV or Cable access. Wi-Fi was speedy during the day and the evening. Our only issue was the fact that one of us is 5'2" tall and and the shower head and table-top seating were just a bit high for comfort. I am 5'4" and I was fine. Highly recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheni G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place

I loved staying at this location; it is beautiful and quiet. It is immaculate and cozy; it feels like home, and the communication with the property manager is exceptional. Thank you for the fantastic hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy spot near Balboa Park.

The house is a great value for the area, with easy access to Balboa Park and the surrounding areas. The guidebook provided by the host was helpful, along with the snacks and coffee. One criticism is that the power seemed to fluctuate when running multiple appliances causing the TV and lights to dim. The bedroom shares a wall with the neighboring unit and the sound transmits pretty easily from the other unit, so ear plugs are recommended. I brought this up to the host and they were quick to let our neighbors know to keep it down at night. Water pressure was great, having access to a patio was a nice convenience as well. Overall this was the perfect spot for us and our two dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P., Scottsdale, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Hillcrest location!

A very cute clean house with comfortable bed; just perfect for our short break. Having a garage is great so no worries about finding a parking spot. Complimentary coffee and snacks are much appreciated, as is Netflix TV. The best thing about this rental is the great location. The neighborhood is wonderful to walk around enjoying all the Craftsman homes and lush gardens. Five minutes walk to the zoo and Balboa Park. Ten minutes walk to the fab Hillcrest restaurants, Sunday Farmers Market and eclectic stores. Beaches and other attractions are a short drive. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., Pasadena, CA 91104

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place

House was immaculate, host was friendly and helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023