Entire home

Sutra Hillcrest

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Garage parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Balcony

Explore the area

San Diego, CA

Place, Balboa Park
‪2 min walk‬
Place, San Diego Zoo
‪17 min walk‬
Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
‪19 min walk‬
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Sutra Hillcrest

Welcome to an amazing secret in the heart of Hillcrest. Located one block away from Balboa Park and the world renowned San Diego Zoo. This bright spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath recently updated home is perfect for long stays or quick weekend getaways. Our place is located in a true walking neighborhood they are numerous coffee shops, restaurants, bars and many other attractions within walking distance. We are located five minutes away from Downtown San Diego and only 15 minutes away to La Jolla.

The Neighborhood:
Hillcrest is a neighborhood in San Diego located northwest of Balboa Park. It is an accepting urban village with a small town feel. Hillcrest is known for its tolerance, diversity and locally-owned businesses including eclectic restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs and boutique shopping. It is also known for its salons and spas, medical offices, two major hospitals and the largest concentration of LGBTQ+ owned businesses in the city.

Balboa Park is a cultural oasis that includes 17 museums, gardens galore and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. At 1,200 acres, Balboa Park is one of North America’s most iconic urban parks and a must see on any visit to San Diego

Getting Around:
Being in the heart of the city, Balboa Park and Hillcrest are accessible by a number of major streets. Additionally, Hillcrest is among the most walkable neighborhoods in San Diego with a neighborhood Walk Score of 87. Rideshare is easily accessible. Many Bird scooters and bikes nearby.

Other Things to Note:
Pet friendly, $99 per stay!

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Washing machine
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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Charge may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking, loud music or parties. We do accept pets but it is important to pickup after them on a daily basis. Also, there will be an additional o...

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 636181, STR-03932L

Property # 4776134

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 first aid kit

About the area

San Diego

Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.

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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

Balboa Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
San Diego Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
San Diego Natural History Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
San Diego Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Old Globe Theater - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
‪Rich's - ‬13 min walk
‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min walk
‪Hua Mei Cafe - ‬15 min walk
‪Sydney's Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sutra Hillcrest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sutra Hillcrest?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sutra Hillcrest on 25 June 2026 start from AU$555, 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.

What time is check-in at Sutra Hillcrest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sutra Hillcrest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sutra Hillcrest located?

Located in Hillcrest, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. Petco Park and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

29 Dec 2025

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

Host was very helpful. Yard was very nice for dogs, was not expecting it to be as nice as it was!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

13 July 2025

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

We enjoyed our stay. Convenient location, clean, and well stocked.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

hee Y.

21 June 2025

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

Very nice property

Very good property to stay for 2 couples or family. Very well maintained and well furnished property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

20 Jan 2025

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

Great spot for a long weekend

Wonderful property for our weekend at the SD Zoo and other Balbao Park museums - so many good restaurants nearby, and convenient to all the sights!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

23 Mar 2025

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

Very comfortable and great location

Easy walking distance to Balboa Park and SD zoo. Very accommodating hosts and nice comfortable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

2 Feb 2024

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

Nice place.

We really enjoyed our stay and would so again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tahylor L.

24 Apr 2024

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

Weekend trip

Great spot, fantastic owners, would absolutely stay here again

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeni L.

14 Apr 2025

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

Great House, Great Location

We loved this house, came to take the kids to the zoo and Sea World, and it was just perfect. The location couldn't be better and the host is super responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel S.

13 Sept 2024

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

Great location

Great location, was able to early check in for a small fee. Will definately come back to this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

22 May 2023

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

Nice quiet area and convenient to everything

So easy to get around this area and so close to everything zoo downtown etc. Nice stay.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

4 Aug 2025

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

Going to the zoo, zoo, zoo

This is a very convenient location for our primary reason to come to San Diego, th zoo! Easy walk to the entrance that allowed us to avoid any traffic hassles. Great walks through Balboa Park too. Even made the relatively quick trip to La Jolla to see the pelicans, sea lions and dip our toes in the sand. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

8 Aug 2025

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

We had a wonderful stay this week! Highly recommended! The place was super clean with snacks and drinks waiting for us. The hosts are extremely responsive and accommodating! The house is in a great spot as well (Hillcrest) and literally walking distance to the Zoo. We are already talking about staying there next year when we come back to visit San Diego! Thank you for such a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisela J.

19 Oct 2025

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

The property was clean, well stocked, conveniently located and the couch was BEYOND comfortable. I had trouble accessing the unit at first (it was MY MISTAKE) and I was able to contact the host quickly and get the issues resolved super easily. Would happily share here again. Great space and my kids really liked the “San Diego House”

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

26 Mar 2025

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

Fantastic Stay

Lots to love about this property including the super convenient location. Easy walk to zoo and Balboa Park as well as shopping and restaurants. Off street parking was great too. House was warm and welcoming as were our hosts! Thanks for a great visit!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

31 July 2023

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

Great stay

Nice property and cute neighborhood. Property manager very responsive. Would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

1 Apr 2023

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

Great location for visiting zoo and Balbao park

Cute house, easy assess to sites. Great host

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023

Kim, thank you so much for your stay and for your review! You were a pleasure to host and would recommend you to other hosts as well!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

10 Mar 2024

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

Great location

This properly had everything we needed. An easy walk to Balboa Park and the Zoo.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

11 Aug 2025

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

Very impressed. Modern with easy entry. Lot of snacks!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcie S.

26 Sept 2024

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

Family trip

We had a great trip for my granddaughters 3rd birthday. Adorable little house and a great fenced yard for the dog. The owners were attentive and the snacks were a perfect touch. I would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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