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The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mission Valley Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Jack & Jill Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches

A Chef's Kitchen is waiting for you. Walk to Hillcrest's 100's of restaurants, bars, and shopping. Dog Passionate, we love our 4 legged guests. Sorry, no cats.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 6:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
All we ask is that you start the dishwasher, and washing machine with all white towels prior to departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number STR-03094L, 605768

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in University Heights, a neighborhood in San Diego, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • UC San Diego Health - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mission Valley Mall - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Mission Valley Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪TapRoom Beer Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lestat's on Park - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Great Maple - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches on Aug 29, 2026 start from $209, 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 The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches?

Check-out is at 6:00 PM.

Where is The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches located?

Located in University Heights, this vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from San Diego Zoo and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot. San Diego Natural History Museum and UC San Diego Health are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shu C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is close to the Zoo and Bolba park which makes our trip very easy. Love the kitchen! We made breakfast at your house and had great family time together. Ann is great and always checking in with us. Thank you so much Ann we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott and Crickett M.

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

Great place to stay.

We enjoyed our stay in the Bungalow. Very clean property with two nice outdoor spaces. Ann communicated well prior to the stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb N.

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

First trip to California

Was awesome place to stay I will be turning 😎
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

V

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect! Spacious, comfortable, and with everything you needed. University Hill is quiet and clean. The bungalow isnt far from anywhere we wanted to go. Mrs. Ann was professional and warm and I would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryann S.

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

Hillcrest oasis

Clean, well-appointed kitchen and lovely patio.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay with Personal Touches

Hillcrest Bungalow is a lovely property with all the creature comforts. The owner generously provides extremely comfortable beds with soft linens, fluffy white towels, and a beautifully appointed home including the kitchen and outdoor spaces. She even had a holiday tree, decorations and a special Christmas morning drop-off so we felt festive being away from home for the holidays. Wonderful place and stellar host. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Z.

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

Great location and perfect fit for us

We fully enjoyed our visit in San Diego and our host was a huge help with dinning and information on sight seeing major attractions. House was spotless, kitchen was well stocked and the bed was amazingly comfortable. Neighborhood was perfect for our Norwich puppy walks. We will be back to visit this winter from Taos New Mexico. Thank you Annie
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

Great Stay!

We enjoyed our stay at the Hillcrest Bungalow. The house is well appointed and in excellent condition. The beds are super comfy! The location is perfect. The zoo and Balboa Park are a very short drive or a long walk. Beaches, The Gaslamp, and Old Town are all short drives. There are a lot of really good restaurants within walking distance. Or, if you want to take advantage of the fantastic kitchen, there is a Sprouts and a Whole Foods close by. We would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Outstanding!

We had an amazing stay at Hillcrest Bungalow! Ann, our host, was incredibly responsive and genuinely dedicated to ensuring we had a wonderful time in San Diego. The house was beautifully upgraded and had an impressively equipped kitchen with everything you could ever need. The attention to detail and thoughtful amenities made our stay truly enjoyable. I highly recommend Hillcrest Bungalow for anyone looking for a fantastic getaway in San Diego. Thank you, Ann, for making our stay so memorable!"
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great spot for a weekend getaway

Fantastic, central location for San Diego. 15-20 minutes from most attractions (beach, Sea World, Zoo, etc). Several restaurants/shops within walking distance (~15 min). Dedicated tandem parking space a huge plus, as there wasn't a lot of off street parking. Appliances (Viking kitchen, very new washer/dryer, tankless water heater) all made the stay a bit easier. Would definitely recommend! Ann is a great host and did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli V.

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

Cozy Bungalow

This charming and very cozy bungalow is in a great location and has a wonderful set-up with the two spacious bedrooms and Jack and Jill bathroom. Loved the front and back patios….and the common living room, dining area and kitchen spaces were very lovely and homey. Had everything we needed. I think the bed/bedding were more comfy than my own! Slept like a baby! It was perfect for the three of us. Ann was a gem to work with. Very communicative, personable and helpful. Wasn’t really a fan of having to pick up the keys in a different location for check-in but check-out was seamless and all the positives of the house/stay certainly outweigh that one hiccup. Would definitely go back! Absolutely loved our trip and stay! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Paul F.

Perfect location

The Hillcrest house was ideally located to connect to all of your San Diego experiences in the central part of the city. Great restaurants around there, access to a lot of new things happening including bars and restaurants.The beds are really comfortable and Ann is a wonderful host. There are a few things that could be changed: lockbox did not work according to the code so we were struggling with the late-night check in. Also it's hard to get a hold of the owner after 10 PM. So that needs to be addressed; however it's a wonderful place comfortable for two people or four. I would definitely go back. Thank you so much.
Verified

8/10 Good

Roxie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location/off street parking

We loved the house, the bed was so very comfortable and the location was truly close to everything we went to. With that said, we also found the floors to be dirty, and lots of spiderwebs outside as well as ants in the kitchen. The house needs a deep clean which I’m sure Ann will do, and is a great setup for a small family or a couple to get away. Spacious and nicely set up and includes a washer and dryer and beach towels and everything a kitchen should have if you want to cook! We had a wonderful time in San Diego Ann, thanks for having us! Roxie & Ed
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenise A.

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

Best Staycation Location for Our Family!

Had a great time with my small family here for Thanksgiving! Amazing kitchen, comfortable beds, and a sweet tv area perfect for catching up. Even my mom’s Westie was right at home, and he’s only slept at two houses total before this. :) Would definitely recommend for some cozy family time together,
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Great for dogs

Seamless access, responsive hosts and a central location. Excellent dog-friendly rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Fabulous location, amazing bungalow!

The Hillcrest bungalow was the perfect spot for our family vacation to San Diego!! The location was ideal, close to everything we wanted to visit! The beds were as comfortable as my bed at home! (amazing sheets). Anne thought of everything for this home, from the gourmet kitchen to the cozy blankets! The house was even decorated for Christmas which added such a nice touch! Custom service was outstanding with an in person delivery of paper goods when we ran out!! I highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Q.

home away from home

Great place- wonderful kitchen, beds comfortable, quiet neighborhood, and our dog was welcome- dog dishes available and two fenced patios
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Perfect

This is truly a lovely home. The owner, Ann, has created the perfect home base for a San Diego trip. The beds are amazingly comfortable, the kitchen is gorgeous and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay, Lovely Host, Recommend to All A+++

Loved every minute of my stay here. Thanks!
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Colleen B.

Very nice property convenient to many activities

My family and I stayed at the Hillcrest Bungalow for 6 nights. Its a wonderfully decorated 2 bedroom bungalow, and very consistent with the description. It is in a quiet neighborhood that seemed convenient to many of the sights one would want to see in San Diego-- Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, old town San Diego, the Seaport Village and Mission Beach, among other things. It has a great kitchen, very up-to-date and a driveway so no worries as to parking. Because of its close proximity to downtown and to shopping and restaurants it could serve as a base to see many things in the San Diego area. The owner was also very responsive and answered all my questions about the area and the property. Instructions as to check in and check out were clear. I would definitely consider staying here again. There is a warning about neighbors being sensitive to noise so if you are likely to have a big crowd that might be something to consider. For us, it was not a problem and it was nice that the neighborhood was peaceful. Having not booked through VBRO regularly, I was not focused on the service fee for booking through the listings on the website. It seems a bit hefty to me, but I understand it also acts as some protection to the consumer. But it is something to keep in mind if you are on a budget. Also, this particular property, unlike some others I looked at on the website, has a no-refund policy, so if you think you're plans could change or if you do not want to pay the entire fee well in advance with no cancellation available, this aspect of this property would be something to pay attention to. Again, a terrific stay and very clean and beautiful place.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

tamara m.

Best home away from home ever!!

I don't have enough great things to say, not only about this fabulous find, but Ann, the amazing owner of this property, as well as Hillcrest House Bed and Breakfast! We stayed our first night at the B n B, which we thoroughly enjoyed. During our brief stay there, Ann took the time to share with us great places to go from dining to sipping to sighseeing! She is a wealth of information and the best hostess ever! ( Her breakfast at the B n B is a delight as well!) This house is better equipped then any I have ever seen! Plus it is immaculate and extremely comfortable! Very central to everything as well. Don't miss out on staying here if you have the opportunity! Thank you for everything Ann and we look forward to seeing you again!! xxoo
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Fabulous Find!!!

This house is located in a quiet neighborhood but within walking distance to restaurants, bus stop, and supermarkets. The house is well kept, well stocked, clean, and comfortable. Ann, the owner, could not have been more helpful with suggestions, directions, and transportation. I would rent this house again in a heart beat and will certainly recommend it to any friends or family members coming to San Diego!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Family Holiday Celebration

The house was perfect for our family combined Thanksgiving/Christmas celebration. Ann had decorated the house for Christmas and it put us all in the spirit of the season, in spite of the warm weather and sunny days. The kitchen is fully equipped and delightful to work in. Ann has thought of everything to make this bungalow a perfect second home. It's very clean, in a quiet neighborhood, and close to everything that matters to us. We were so delighted with our stay, we've already booked another visit!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location!

Everything here was really great! Ann was very communicative from the get go. The house was charming, clean, and in a great location. I highly recommend!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shaylee M.

Best Bungalow!

This bungalow blew my mind! The whole place was so amazing! The beds were great! It was hard to get out of bed each day because they were so comfortable! I love to cook and this kitchen is my DREAM kitchen. I am so lucky to have been able to find this place. Ann is the most hospitable person I have ever met. She makes sure that your stay is wonderful and if you have any questions you can contact her and she will respond very quickly. The neighborhood is pretty quiet. I cannot wait to stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Ann

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With over 45 years working in major brand hotels, and resorts, Ann is the consummate professional to make your stay a memorable one

Why they chose this property

We love our neighborhood because we can walk to grocery stores, 100+ restaurants and bars, pharmacies and coffee houses

What makes this property unique

The Hillcrest Bungalow is unique because guest reviews say its kitchen is the best stocked they have ever seen!
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