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Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Television
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops

This completely remodeled in a hip Mid Century vibe with new kitchen and bath, vintage furniture and details. It is steps from an array of restaurants, bars. coffee houses, boutiques and unique shops. Walk to San Diego World Famous Zoo & Balboa Park!

The spacious private courtyard and gardens offer a great space to hang out . Sit outside enjoy a glass of wine, by the fire pit, BBQ and embrace the beautiful San Diego weather.

Hillcrest is lauded for it's welcoming vibe and pedestrian-friendly streets & sidewalk patios. This lively stretch also hosts one of the largest Farmers Markets in San Diego from 9AM to 2PM on Sundays. A great place to shop for local produce, arts & crafts, the market also offers an wide range of gourmet stalls with hot and cold cuisine.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check out instructions are located in the welcome book, and sent again at check out time.check out time and HK 10 AM
No smoking of any substance, max occupancy is 4, no animals of any kind due to allergies

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 624841, STR-03429L

About the area

San Diego

Located in Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. 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 Waterfront Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marston House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Globe Theater - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Hazard Center Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flicks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rich's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$331, 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 at Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fab & Hip, Walk to SD Zoo, Balboa Park,Restaurant Row,Coffee & Boutique shops located?

Located in Hillcrest, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and Petco Park. Port of San Diego is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brian E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great communication, with the host throughout and easy check in process
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for sightseeing in San Diego and surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean. We had some challenges understanding the AC, but that may have been us. Walking distance to restaurants and grocery
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute unit!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte and Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best part was definitely the location! Close to groceries and tons of restaurants and San Diego Zoo and Balboa park.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place. Close to zoo, parks, lots of restaurants, and coffee places. The owners were very attentive to our stay and were easy to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house, not far from restaurants and bars in the Hillcrest neighborhood. Easy to get around town with an Uber only minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great property and location

A lovely property with convenient access to Hillcrest. Enjoyed our weekend stay here
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah a.

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

Super cool place!

This house is so darling and just as pictured with plenty of room, fun decor, and loads of towels (which was a nice treat!). Neighborhood is great, and very close to the zoo, and just a short drive to the beach, Gaslamp Quarter, and other common destinations. Thank you for being such great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane H.

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

SoCal trip

Wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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

San Diego

Great spot and good location for seeing the sites of San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leily G.

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

Great Vibe

Super fun, great location, comfortable home. Would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Cute bungalow

Cute little bungalow. Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie L.

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

Great location

Nice stay. Close to nice restaurants and not far from most sites. William was a great communicator. Would most likely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Location location location

This super comfy house is in the Hillcrest area with charming bungalows in historic neighbourhoods. Just two blocks off University Ave which unlimited food and entertainment options. Can get anywhere easily too or walk everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean b.

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

Beautiful garden and house

Lots of restaurants and services at walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara M.

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

Nice place for a short stay in San Diego

This was a nice place for me and two friends to stay for a few days in San Diego. Neighborhood was quiet and safe, and the outdoor patio area was great. The host was very responsive. The ceilings were quite thin and creaky so we did get woken up by the neighbors upstairs a couple times—not an issue just a slight inconvenience. We enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

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

Great house in San Diego

This house is conveniently located to everything. You can walk to major tourist attractions and nice local restaurants. Comfortable beds. Very clean. The hosts are very helpful. Perfect place for us to stay on our 1 wk vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie M.

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

Great location

Property was a little musty smelling when we first got there, but it might’ve been closed up for a while. Once we aired it out it was good. People upstairs were a little noisy but overall a great stay. We loved being able to walk to restaurants, shops, and coffee shops. We loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy Z.

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

Cute place and great location

Cute place but on the bottom floor. Could hear the people above us walking around in the middle of the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Convenient location. Had a parking space which is absolutely necessary in this location. The furniture was not comfortable. :( Lighting in the bedroom was poor. No propane for the grill. (If it’s not provided it shouldn’t be included). There are upstairs neighbors and you could hear them. We did not expect that. Overall it was acceptable.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Clint B.

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

Great place with a few flaws

Great place and location however the kitchen needs better utensils, cookware (handle about to fall off pan) as well as more dishes and silverware. There was an abundance of coffee cups and drink glasses ! There needs to be window coverings in the livingroom other than the sheer blinds,it gets to hot in there . The heating/cooling unit is not ideal . The front room cools but it does not get to the bedrooms . Maybe a fan should be provided or ceiling fans installed.Lastly the rule of keeping the gate locked at all times is a safety issue . If something should happen you may not be able to escape due to the locked gate.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Taylor M.

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

DO NOT BOOK THIS HOUSE

DO NOT BOOK THIS HOUSE This is the creepiest, most unsatisfying listing on VRBO. The apartment is hot, small, and in need of renovation. If you were looking for something nice, then continue to keep on looking. But the worst part is the patio cameras. Cameras are great for security, but these cameras are used to creep on guests. We felt so uncomfortable in the space as the host would text us in real time about things he saw on camera. Our group felt demoralizingly uncomfortable. The eye is always watching. For the perfect example of this hosts behavior just look at his responses to some of his reviews. He has been rude, called someone fat, and is all around just an unpleasant person to work with. If you book this house, may God have mercy on your soul.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlene P.

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

Clean and Cute

Pros: This place is very clean and for the most part comfortable. The owners are very good at communicating and responding to questions quickly. Cons: The property is located on a very busy corner due to being very close to the 163 hwy so the traffic is loud. There is very little privacy in the front of the house due to all the windows , which are beautiful but the shades don’t do much especially at night. The people upstairs are loud and quite active late at night, on one particular evening it sounded like they were dragging furniture across the floor right above the room we were sleeping in at midnight . In regards to amenities, in all of the other home shares we’ve stayed there has been at least coffee, cream and sugar. I appreciate there being coffee but would’ve been nice to have cream and sugar to go along with it. Overall if you don’t mind the noise I would recommend this very cute and stylish place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

weekend away

I am not one to give a bad review but this stay was not at all what I am use to. The communication with the owners was terrible. Our fist night there when my sister went to bed she found sand all in her bed so we suspected they were not cleaned. The only way to get in touch with the owner was a message through the app and they only answered you during business hours. I sent them a message to call us asap, after waiting 3 hours for a response we sent another message and they responded to that. I did not know this was a 2 story house with people staying upstairs. They were so noisy they were up at 5:00 am making a racket and then did not go to bed until late. We were unable to get a good nights sleep. When I sent the owners a message about this problem all they said was have a nice day. If they handled our concerns better this would be a much different review.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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