* Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots *

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a window.
A stacked washer and dryer unit in a corner of a room with tiled flooring and a door to the right.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a door.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Balboa Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego City College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Grant Hill, a neighborhood in San Diego, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and San Diego Bay, while USS Midway Museum and Pechanga Arena are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Soap Factory - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego City College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chicano Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • 25th - Commercial Station - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Longplay Hifi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Drop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Humberto's Taco Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Adalberto's Mexican Food - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is * Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots * pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at * Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots *?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at * Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots * on Dec 15, 2026 start from $225, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at * Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots *?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at * Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots *?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is * Downtown Gem | Near Petco, Dining & Fun Spots * located?

Located in Grant Hill, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Diego City College and Balboa Park. Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). 25th - Commercial Station is 11 minutes by foot and Park and Market Trolley Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The VRBO listing, Downtown Gem, was great for a weekend getaway just for a couple (2 people) or very small family needing to be near downtown San Diego, CA! Also, easy to get to and from SAN International airport via Uber/Lyft or rental car! Host was easy to contact, as well. Property is small and old, but if you’re there in SD it serves the purpose!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
When I booked this property, it did not indicate that the 5th and 6th sleepers would be required to sleep on air mattresses. Had I known this, I would not have booked the property and hopefully others will be made aware of this by an updated listing or with my review.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Convenient to downtown, perfect size for 4

We were very pleased with the excellent communication from our host about finding the property. Perfect size for four people, with two full bathrooms. Short distance from downtown and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad the property was a good fit for your group and that you had a great experience. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Cottage

This cottage worked great for our trip. Even though it was in downtown San Diego, there was room to park off the street. It is a duplex, so we could hear the neighbors at times, as I assume they could hear us too - no voices, just light bumps and knocks from time to time. While we were there, the neighbors seemed to be full-time residents. The host was very responsive to our request..
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2025
Thanks for your review! Glad the cottage worked well for your trip and that parking was convenient. We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great. We were a family if 5, and we fit just fine. Two bedrooms with queen beds - one at the front and the at the back. Two bathrooms; one on-suite, both with showers. The washer and dryer were a big plus, and there was plenty of laundry and kitchen cleaning products. The kitchen had everything we needed (although another mixing bowl would have been helpful). Another downside is the lack of a dining table of any kind (there's no room for one), although there is a table for four on the back patio (which we didn't use because it was to hot while we were there). The a/c works great, and the beds are comfortable. (The 7-year-old who slept on the couch had no complaints.) The front yard that doubles as a parking area is mostly dirt with scattered patches of grass. From the outside the place doesn't look like much, but inside it was very clean and comfortable. Communication with the property manager couldn't have been better. The property is not too far from downtown, but I wouldn't walk it, especially at night. The neighborhood is pretty dodgy. There's a fantastic little place two short blocks away: Adalberto's Mexican Food. The food is really great and the portions are huge! We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy space

Initially a bit difficult to find as there is a tree hiding the drive way however inside had all the things we needed for the time we stayed. The fridge and all the things you needed for a kitchen were there and bathrooms all clean. Explanation of the water filter and other things were clear and you could go over the road where there was a dollar store for anything else you may have forgot and some tasty options close by. There did seem to be a small spillage of washing detergent where the washing machines were but everything else was super clean when we got there. It was a good place for what we needed during that time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 15, 2024
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're glad the house met your needs and appreciate your note about the driveway and laundry area—we'll take care of it. We'd be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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