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Santorini-Inspired Cottage w/ Hot Tub + Views
*CHECK OUT OUR OTHER AIRBNB* Travel 16 steps up a Greek-inspired curving stairway with 2-story high walls to your tucked-away cottage built into the hillside villa of Alta Colina. With spectacular views, step onto the balcony to watch planes take off & boats sail around the harbor. End the night in front of your secluded back patio fireplace or climb the steps of your spiral staircase to the rooftop Jacuzzi. European-inspired design & details, it'll be hard to believe you’re still in San Diego!

State & Fir (Little Italy Loft, Free Parking)
Minimal Downtown Bi Level Loft In The Heart Little Italy. Experience What It's Like to Live In One Of The Most Popular Neighborhoods In San Diego For A Few Days. Exposed Brick, High Ceilings, Beautiful Art & Open Floor Plan. Walking Distance To Everything That The Neighborhood Has To Offer. Close To The Convention Center! Loads Of Amazing Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Farmers Markets, 5 Min Walk To Trolley, Waterfront Park, Concerts. 1 Free On Site Parking Spot, Free Laundry. Live Like a Local!

Golden Hill Tree House
The Golden Hill Tree House is an urban oasis hiding in the branches of two mature trees in the heart of San Diego. While you enjoy elevated privacy you can also treat yourself to a soaker tub with double shower heads or settle down in a cozy reading nook to enjoy a good book! You'll also be walking distance to some amazing restaurants and super close to the best of San Diego, including downtown, the beach and the zoo! It's a perfect place to recharge after a long day of business or pleasure!

Trendy Studio, Natural Light - Heart of Downtown
Large studio with comfortable queen sized Murphy Bed, a love seat, private entrance and private bath. Located in Cortez Hill - walk to the nicest neighborhoods in downtown like Little Italy, Gaslamp, East Village, and the Embarcadero. There is no full kitchen, but there is a small refrigerator, small microwave, and a pot for heating water. This is an ideal space for solo travelers, couples, events at the Convention Center, Padres Games, great eateries, and the best of Downtown San Diego.

MIKE'S PLACE - A PRIVATE COTTAGE
The cottage features full amenities that include: Tempurpedic™ queen-size bed. Wi-Fi . Cable HDTV, air conditioning, refrigerator, microwave, wet bar, coffee maker, toaster, and iron. Window seat for sitting, reading or lounging. Private entrance and patio connecting to a courtyard and Japanese garden. Spacious bathroom with 12 foot high tiled shower. French doors open to a private sitting area. If the days are booked in the cottage we might have an opening at, Mikes House and Garden.

Cali Hill Studio
Fully renovated in 2025! Mini Split AC/Heat also installed. Great location with walk score of 84! . The studio is located in the walkable neighborhood of Golden Hill. Studio for up to 3 people with a Queen size bed and sofa bed. Close to everything - downtown, Balboa Park, freeways, restaurants, North Park. Beaches are about 15 minutes away, Coronado 10 minutes. Includes safe and secure parking (mid size or smaller in garage), full kitchen, and access to washer/dryer.

Waterfront Loft | 1BR | Little Italy | Downtown
The local neighborhood is highly walk-able and perched along the San Diego Bay in Little Italy. Little Italy is the most vibrant neighborhood in downtown San Diego with a main street that abounds with restaurants, boutiques, craft beer, and wine bars all at your doorstep. This is a very urban location which brings a lot of urban noise. The unit sits adjacent the train and trolley line in the urban core. No parking provided, Ideal for guests without a car.

Place to Stay with Private Entrance near Beach
The room has a private entrance. It's ideally located in a residential area of Ocean Beach. 5 blocks to the beach, OB pier, and 2 blocks to village life, shops & restaurants. It has a queen bed, a small private bathroom with a shower, a fridge, TV, Wifi, microwave, etc. Guests will love the location and privacy! Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, etc. are available for your enjoyment. Enjoy the great ocean view from the backyard.

The Cozy Craftsman
Escape to this serene, stylish retreat. Built in 1935, this Craftsman-style home exudes timeless San Diego charm. Perfectly situated in University Heights, bordering Hillcrest and North Park, you’ll be close to restaurants, cafés, grocery stores, public transportation, the San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park. This 650 sq ft home has been renovated inside and out, and equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay!

Mountain View Retreat in Gated Estate (Hot Tub)
Perched above a canyon with spectacular panoramic mountain views, this private guest house is a secluded retreat in one of San Diego’s most eclectic and desirable neighborhoods less than 6 miles from the Downtown San Diego airport. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, luxe king size bed and dual sliding glass doors that open to an expansive deck with patio seating, private hot tub and BBQ area.

Hillcrest 2 bed 2 en-suite baths garage zen garden
Start your day with a freshly brewed coffee (complimentary), on the large, breezy front porch, or the calming Zen Garden, with the sounds of the granite fountain. This remodeled two Bed/two ensuite Baths, Hillcrest property, includes a resort-like landscaped garden, gazebo, BBQ area, in a zen-like atmosphere. Hillcrest location, three car garage, and plenty of free street parking.

Beautiful Quiet 1 Bedroom Flat w/ A/C in Hillcrest
- A beautiful & quiet/peaceful street - Early Luggage drop off - Walking distance to Balboa Park, trendy restaurants, gym, hiking trails, San Diego Zoo, Grocery store - Central A/C - Bright unit, large private patio deck - Brand new high end appliances -Easy freeway access: 10 min to SeaWorld, Downtown, Airport, MCAS, MCRD -Free dedicated parking -Streaming services subscription
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Balboa Park
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Tranquil 2-primary bedroom condo near the airport

Walk 2 Gaslamp & Petco; King bed, Parking/Patio!

Modern Condo Minutes To Little Italy W/Parking

Downtown San Diego Condo

Stylish and Very EASY Walk to Gaslamp/Convention!

Fabulous 2 bed/2 bath, split-level downtown condo

Bright & Airy Craftsman, Free Parking, WasherDryer

NEW Stylish❤️ of Downtown Little Italy w Parking/AC
Family-friendly house rentals

Shadow House Mt. Helix

Modern Cali Calm Suite Near All

Casa De Colores

A Charming House. Short walk to Balboa park & Zoo!

Guest Room with Beautiful Views

Garden Retreat in North Park.

Room Near SDSU & DowntownSD - BR1 **FEMALES ONLY**

Asian Room
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Modern Spanish Casita. Sunny & Quiet with Kitchen!

Stylish Suite near to Downtown SD & Gaslamp

Awesome Skyline View

Bright& Clean, Heart of Downtown Studio - Sleeps 4

Sunny Stylish & Central - Luxe Little Italy Studio

San Diego Casita

Barrio Logan Loft/ Detached Guest House

At Mine | Gaslamp suite in San Diego
Other great holiday rentals near Balboa Park

Designer Rental: Mins to Downtown & Zoo w/ FirePit

Carrie’s North Park Casita, in Heart of San Diego

Walk to Bars, Restaurants 1 BD Hillcrest, Parking

Quaint Cottage Heart of North Park, Location A+!

Vintage Spanish Revival Home - Balboa Park - Alcazar Court

Custom Guesthouse, Balboa Park/Zoo/Hillcrest& pool

A 'Suite' Garage Loft in the Heart of South Park

The Best Cottage in North Park!
Destinations to explore
- Rosarito Beach
- Oceanside City Beach
- Torrey Pines State Beach
- Tijuana Beach
- Pacific Beach
- SeaWorld San Diego
- LEGOLAND California
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Coronado Beach
- Pechanga Resort Casino
- La Misión Beach
- Oceanside Harbor
- Coronado Shores Beach
- Moonlight Beach
- Liberty Station
- Sesame Place San Diego
- Belmont Park
- Black's Beach
- Law Street Beach
- Strand Beach
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
- USS Midway Museum
- Santa Monica Beach
- Mission Beach




