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Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego

Apartment near Balboa Park in San Diego

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A historic building with ornate architecture, a central courtyard with a reflective pool, and palm trees.
A living room with a gray sofa, a white coffee table, and a colorful rug.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a sink.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a colorful rug. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, a door leading to a kitchen, and a rug on the floor.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, The Brass Rail
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

Hillcrest stay.Your stay at this Hillcrest apartment places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Brass Rail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rich's Nightclub - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Mo's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Number One Fifth Avenue - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rail - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crest Taco - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego

Modern & Cozy Apartment in the Heart of Hillcrest!

Welcome to your perfect getaway in the vibrant Hillcrest neighborhood! This stylish and cozy apartment is just minutes from everything—trendy cafes, top-rated restaurants, nightlife, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, and downtown. Whether you're here for business, a weekend escape, or an extended stay, you'll love the unbeatable location and comfort of this space.

book your stay today!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

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
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, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-11149L, 658854

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego to the airport?

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

Does Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego to the beach?

This apartment is 6.9 mi (17-min drive) from Mission Beach and 8 mi (22-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego to downtown San Diego?

This apartment is 2.2 mi away from San Diego.

Stay in the Heart of Hillcrest! San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for our San Diego vacation.. lots of great restaurants nearby to enjoy!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice place to stay. Had everything we needed and more. The host was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great to stay at. The location is amazing and close to everything you want to do in San Diego. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was really great! Worked perfectly for our guys trip. Wasn’t a far uber from north park, Gaslamp, the zoo, etc. We would totally stay there again. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean space as described, host was helpful and communicative. It's an apartment on the first floor of a gated building, very walkable in the Hillcrest neighborhood. The lighting in the unit is more dim than the photos suggest, but it's still a solid unit and location for the price. As for parking, it's tight but we were able to park a 2016 Honda CRV (just had to hop out of the car before the driver parked). Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and the location was close to restaurants within walking distance. The parking was very tight for an SUV. The beds were comfortable and we had a great time during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Walkable neighborhood. Difficult to find parking unless you can fit in the small space provided in the back. Good location to eateries. Comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place!

Great place to stay. My husband and I with my mom and 5 year old stayed for 4 nights and it was very comfortable.Walking distance to many food spots! Easy parking. Only thing i wasnt prepared for was bringing quarters for laundry. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Local to everything, parking was difficult; however, we made it work
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
The place was fine. I have different preferences but that doesn’t mean it wasn’t a nice place to stay. The space was clean and inviting and the host did an excellent job with communication. However, there were several homeless around the area and the outside walking into the space had a lot of junk everywhere due to some upgrades being made in another unit. If you are looking for family friendly, this might not fit for your crew…depending on preferences.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
While the inside was fine, parking was almost impossible unless u have a very small compact car and weigh less than 150 pounds. I am 5'5 and could not get out of the car. Crashed fence leans into parking space and could not open door to get out of car without climbing on armrest and over the car door. After conflict with tenant who owns car on other side host said i could park in back ally where the homeless has set up camp in front of your car. Laundry room was locked when we needed to do laundry. Housekeeping came in without knocking and i was charged over 100 for checking out 1 hour late. This situation is what gives VRBO a bad reputation.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was okay a little pricey for a little apartment. Does not have central air but a split unit in living room, shower only had overhead sprayer, kitchen could have been more appropriately stocked. Location was perfect for what we had planned and relatively quiet neighborhood. Neighbors are not particularly quiet if you are a light sleeper and sleep in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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