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Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown

Vacation home near Balboa Park in San Diego

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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

City center stay.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

  • Balboa Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Kebab Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬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.

Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown

A vintage beauty surrounded by modern, luxury towers, you will enjoy this impeccably remodeled apartment. This unit is part of 4 restored Victorian buildings, and is artfully furnished with wood floors, 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, A/C, Wi-Fi, flat screen TV's in all rooms, and a full kitchen. There is an on-site washer and dryer. This suite has all the comforts of a hotel and all the charm of a boutique inn. Enjoy one of San Diego's most celebrated historic restorations.

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.

Private entrance and space for your enjoyment!

It is important to note - this unit does not have parking. There are a few free street spots nearby, as well as metered, hourly parking and paid lots in the area.

There are 9 other units on this property. For this reason, quiet hours are between 10 PM - 8 AM. There is absolutely no partying in this unit. Failure to comply will result in termination of reservation.

There is a shared washer and dryer available at the property (not in unit). Laundry soap is provided.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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 STR-00064L, 632779

Property is also known as

Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown San Diego
Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown Apartment
575901

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi (13-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (20-min drive) from Mission Beach and 11.7 mi (22-min drive) from La Jolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from San Diego.

Historic Victorian 2 BD in the Heart of Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Easy option for convention

We stayed here while attending a convention and it worked well! Less expensive than a hotel and the property was nice. Service was great including flexibility to check in early. They were quite responsive and location was perfect for the convention center. Walkable to convention and marina.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

María P.

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

Beach Getaway

The location was great, really close to Little Italy. The house was clean with 2 bedrooms and 2 showers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jara J.

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

Christmas in SD

We stayed here for Christmas 2024, great location and super clean. This stay had everything we needed for an enjoyable vacation! No issues with parking across the street in the surface lot. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Wonderfully cozy

Terrific space!!! Communication with the host throughout the stay was fantastic. Walking distance to Little Italy and the pier. We had no issues with excessive noise or safety. Two bedrooms and two spacious bathrooms in the heart of downtown! Wish we could’ve stayed longer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

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

I never ended up staying here

Not sure why I need to leave a review as I did not stay here and cancelled during my refund period
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita T.

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

Victoria Square

Very clean. Let us drop off our bags prior to check in time. Communication with host was great. Only bad thing was kind of a seedy neighborhood and loud at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is clean and cozy with a rustic charm. Location is excellent. Within a comfortable walking distance to Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, USS Midway, Petco and Convention Centre. Was also able to comfortably walk back from Balboa park. Area can be noisy at night as able to hear street traffic, both car and pedestrian. There are homeless individuals around the area however there were no security issues. Would be nice to have some sitting stools in kitchen area as there is only a couch/sofa. Also, curtains on front door for privacy,especially at night, so street pedestrians are unable to view into the kitchen area. Overall, great location for areas attractions.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey W.

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

Very nice, OK location, older building but well maintained

Great host and great communication; very responsive. Everything worked well overall, and the building was very clean and cute, though it is an older building so there may be some quirks. Beds and pillows were excellent. The location is somewhat loud and the windows are old and do not seal. Just be aware of it if you are a light sleeper; maybe bring some earplugs. There is a decent small grocery store nearby, though you may not feel safe going out after dark in the area. We had no problems, but we ubered around in the evening. There are several houses all together with a locked gate around them, so it was fairly secure. A great stay overall!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Xan Blood W.

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

Terrible Communication

I never got updates or check in info. I ended up not staying here. They wont give me a refund. Buyer beware.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Ideal location for downtown SD / Little Italy

4 adults stayed for 3 nights and it was a good location for our sightseeing activities with very easy walking to Little Italy and into downtown. We didn't do any cooking so lack of a dining area/table was not really an issue for us but may be for others planning to make their own meals. Beds were nice and comfortable and bathrooms were fine. This area of San Diego does have a few unfortunate homeless folk around including tents on the opposite side of the road from this property but absolutely no issues with them at all so it wasn't a problem for us. Car parking at $10 for 12 hours / $25 for 24 hours was available in the lot right across the street. A very small number of free parking spaces are available on nearby streets but we only managed to snag a free spot on 1 of the 4 days we were there so if you have a vehicle expect to pay for parking ... plenty of (paid) space available though. All in all I think this was a good deal close enough to all the places we wanted to visit. I would go back here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Charming Historic Downtown Stay for Families

We (a family of five: two young kids, grandmother, and parents) found this Historic Victorian truly charming and very comfortable. Its downtown location was incredibly convenient, especially for my wife's conference – quicker to walk to the convention center than take an Uber!As city dwellers, the "gritty" downtown vibe wasn't a shock, but it's worth noting for others. We loved how perfectly situated it was near the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter and delicious Little Italy. A huge bonus was the beautiful kids' park right on the waterfront, fantastic for our little ones.The property itself was very clean, exceptionally cute, and felt secure. We were pleasantly surprised by the street parking; we always found a spot right in front of the house when we returned in the evenings. There's also a convenient paid lot directly across the street.There are a couple of minor points to be aware of: be sure to keep the front door latched/locked even when you're inside, as a strong gust of wind can blow it open. Also, the primary bed was quite uncomfortable, with noticeable body grooves and a squeak that made sleep a bit challenging. As expected with a downtown location, there's a fair amount of street noise, so bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper.Overall, this was a very reasonably priced and well-located option for a family visiting downtown. We'd recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mara G.

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

March/april visit

I want to start off by saying that the place is a great location! Great food choices nearby and you are within walking distance to the pier or the opera. The apartment was very clean and was gated so that only those staying were able to get in. Communication with the owners was great. Our flight came in early and they accommodated my family easily by letting us check in early. The only downside was the increased amount of homelessness in the area. There was one night that our gated step was the hip spot and those hanging around the area were very loud for a good chunk of time. By morning though, there weren't any homeless by our steps and i discovered later that a large group of them live under the overpass just up the road. This is at no fault of the owners as this is out of there control and i, being a midwest country girl, qm not used to the city noise as well as the homelessness. Overall, the place is wonder and i will definitely book there again if i ever visit san diego again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mara G.

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

March/april stay

The property was very nice to stay at. The house was very clean and they offered laundry services within the gated area. It had fence with a gate enclosing the area so only tennants could enter. The owners of the property were easy to get in touch with and worked with me. My flight got in early on my check in date and I asked if my party could check in early instead of lugging around our suitcases until 4pm. They allowed me to do that with no complaints. The location was great by easily allowing you to walk to great restaurants nearbye, or walk down to the pier which is a little farther. With that, between feb 2020 to now, the homeless population has increased (which isn't the owners fault). One night we our gated steps was the hot spot. There were a few homeless hanging out there, laughing and carrying on. They weren't loud all night and there weren't any present the next morning. Most of the homeless slept down the road under the overpass. The stay itself 5/5, but if you are a middle of nowhere country person I'd give the location 4/5 because I'm not used to the noises and hussle and bussle of night. Givin the chance would we stay again? Absolutely
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bradley V.

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

Decent and affordable

Location is both good and bad; the good is that if you’re OK with walking around, you’re 15min from the water (30min with young kids) going West and South. Convention center and pier are accessible and there are lots of restaurants along the way, including Little Italy. The downside is that there are lots of homeless people in this area (it gets worse going East of 2nd Ave) which results in lots of trash, the scents of urine in many places…social issues are complex. This area is very much like East Vancouver and for some, especially families, this may be undesirable. We never felt unsafe or like we were in any danger, and it was an opportunity to answer lots of questions that our kids had on seeing this. The accommodations themselves aren’t suitable for a family if you plan on preparing meals. There’s no table or chairs so unless you want to huddle around a coffee table you are out of luck. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking, it’s just missing a suitable place to eat. Be aware that it’s a rather noisy area; garbage trucks roll in next door every morning, there’s various sounds of construction. It’s an older house so noise comes through quite easily. Both toilet seats were loose, and both run which wastes a ton of water. But beds were comfortable. Lots of space for storing clothing. Plus the host was super responsive and helpful which makes up for almost everything. The lack of table and chairs would prevent us from returning for a stay as we have young kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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

Beautiful stay in downtown San Diego

This home is quaint and beautiful with stained glass windows. It is well kept and clean!! The beds and pillows are comfortable! We had a very nice stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lianne O.

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

Right near the action!

Wonderful 2 bedroom apartment. Clean, comfortable, everything we needed. The air conditioning was amazing! We stayed here for comic con and it was about a 20 minute walk to the convention center. It is a short drive to the zoo and sea world too. The place is inside a locked gate so we felt very secure. It is in downtown so I was worried about parking my car on the street but we didn't have any problems. From 6 pm to 8 am its free and we were able to get the spot right in front of the place every night. During the day we usually took the car so didn't have to worry about parking but there are several pay lots very close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander E.

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

Wonderful Experience!!

This place was wonderful! Very clean, cozy feeling. When we walked in the character of the home drew us in. It was full of rich and inviting features. We would 100% stay here when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lalit R.

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

Property is at a good location.

The property is in downtown so it was easy to go around the city. Additional chairs are needed for 4 people to sit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

Great stay

Place is clean and really comfy, with good AC for the hot days. Centrally located so it is easy to walk or uber to places.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa G.

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

Amazing

Had an amazing stay in this beautiful home located in a great area. Cleanliness and host communication were 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Perfect Location, Lovely Home

This property is in the heart of downtown San Diego, with easy access to the city as a whole. The property managers were conscientious and quick to reply. An excellent place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

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

It is what it is, and it is great!

First, perhaps the highest compliment is that I hope to return to the property. Our children loved it and after a long day Second, to explain the title, this property is what it is. It is not a luxury condo, this is not a beach house, it is a quaint and idyllic cottage-like home in the middle of downtown San Diego. Something you might read about in a children's novel about how a country home got surrounded by the big city. Somewhat surreal, but that's what it is. We visited with me, my wife, and four children 5-11 years old. It was perfect for us. It is not a place I would recommend for spending all day at. We were there for sleeping, breakfast, and an evening movie before bed. PERFECT, PERFECT, PERFECT. Beds were great, rooms were comfortable, TVs and internet connection ran without a hitch. We spent the days going to sea world, san diego zoo, USS Midway, etc... This location is extremely close to all of that. We went to Legoland on the the day we checked out. That was about 30 mins away. My wife had to fly out midway through the trip, this place is 10 minutes from the airport. We spent evenings in little Italy having great ice cream (Salt & Straw) and italian food. Mid-days were close to great mexican food. This is about 4 min drive from little italy. The home is inside something of a historical home campus. 4 homes with a historical designation is my thought. surrounded by a wrought-iron fence. No parking inside the fence but it really wasn't a problem. Highly recommend for foodies, families, anyone who doesn't like sterile environments of hotels and prefers the sense of being "home" but still in the big city. What I would do to improve: There is no laundry onsite - with kids I usually plan use a laundry on trips. However, I found a laundromat up the street that was very clean, quick, and I was in and out of there with a huge load done in just under an hour. No parking onsite, when you get there you see why, there really is plenty of free parking though in the immediate vicinity (no charge parking at night, make sure you see the signs for when streets get visited by the street sweeper). A little larger bathroom would be nice, no bath tub, but two showers in two clean bathrooms to handle our group of six.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JP M.

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

Cozy convenient property

Everything is within a 5 - 10 minute walk. Check-in was easy and communication was great. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Maxwell L.

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

Nice place to stay

Wonderful location, close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

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

Clean and good location

Nice little place with plenty of places to sleep, beds were comfy and had everything needed for a relaxing weekend! Street is kind of loud but also it’s downtown so not unexpected. Parking lot across the street and never had a problem finding a spot. Very close to little Italy and lots of restaurants!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021