Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest

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A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and chairs, and a central table with a fire feature.
A building with a sign reading "4077 THIRD".
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, a vase with yellow flowers, a lamp, and a coffee table with a magazine.
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and red pillows. There is a framed picture on the wall above the beds and a bed with a patterned bedspread in the foreground.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a granite countertop. There are two stools and a small table with benches.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Hotel Circle

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

San Diego

Located in Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this condo is near theme parks and by the sea. Pechanga Arena and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Scuba diving and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Rich's Nightclub - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hotel Circle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Mo's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crest Taco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Snooze, an A.M. Eatery - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$5,264, 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 Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hillcrest Medical Area Retreat - Walk to Hospitals/Center of Hillcrest located?

Located in Hillcrest, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of UC San Diego Health and Balboa Park. San Diego Zoo and Marine Corps Recruit Depot are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Clean, comfortable, comfortable bed quiet, great covered parking or convenient location well-stocked
Stayed 30 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Apartment

Great apartment in a great location. I enjoyed my stay and Michael was a great host.
Stayed 55 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient stay

I enjoyed my time spent here as a healthcare traveler working at UCSD. A nice walk to work. Also nearby groceries, gym, bus stops, and pharmacies made it a great choice for those like me who didnt bring their car.
Stayed 69 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy place in a wonderful location

The apartment is very conveniently located near city with easy access to greater San Diego. It's easy walking distance to Balboa Park, Hillcrest and Mission Hills. All wonderful places to explore. The apartment is very comfortable and clean. A nice small kitchen that had everything I needed. The building is generally quiet with expected near city living noise. The laundry facilities are conveniently just across the hall. Overall, the place became a very cozy home for me during my extended stay. Michael is a wonderful host and provides many nice suggestions for places to eat, where to shop for groceries and general information. Communication was straightforward and he is very responsive to addressing any issues that come up. I highly recommend the place if you're looking to stay in San Diego for either a long or short period of time.
Stayed 88 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hillcrest 1 bedroom

Great overall experience. Very spacious and clean. In a perfect location if you are working at the nearby hospitals.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
I am delighted that you had such a positive experience. You were great to communicate with and you left the apartment just as you found it. Good luck, and continue to do good work. You'd be welcome back to my place when you get an assignment in San Diego again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This property was everything we could ask for - clean, nicely furnished and equipped, great location

This property is an excellent choice. It is decorated and furnished tastefully giving it a very welcoming and comfortable feel. The kitchen is efficient and well-stocked with all of the necessities. The bed was comfortable. The condition couldn't have been better -- clean and well-maintained. The location near the medical center and in an active, walkable urban community with plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping as well as convenient access to Balboa Park was just what we wanted. Underground parking as well as off-street guest parking provided added convenience. The owners were clearly committed to making our stay enjoyable and stress free, and they absolutely succeeded. They readily accommodated our arrival schedule which was late and departure time which was early. When a problem with the drain in the kitchen sink was reported, one of the owners took care of it personally and graciously within 15 minutes of receiving my report of the problem. This was our first use of VRBO (or any other apartment rental service). Our experience could not have been better, and I have nothing but good things to report. I look forward to staying at this property next year if our schedule and the unit's availability again align.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent- I recommend to everyone!

I spent three months here while on a sabbatical from work in Ireland, working as a visiting professor at UCSD. This rental was fantastic for several reasons. Firstly, to be arriving from a distant country to only spend a short rental period, it was very difficult to place trust in many advertised rentals; this was not the case at all with Michael. Michael always replied promptly, addressed any concerns with respect to paying a deposit from afar, and was there to greet me upon arrival. During my stay, he respected his tenant's autonomy but still kept in touch about any building issues or updates (e.g. refurbishing of elevator, etc.). The deposit was also promptly returned with no issue. The apartment itself is well furnished with necessary furniture, aircon, a good tv/internet service, and a huge fridge/freezer; overall, the place is very comfortable to live in. On the other hand, if you are not planning on remaining indoors, its location in Hillcrest is great for amenities and is well-connected for exploring San Diego, with places like Balboa Park and Downtown nearby, and a free shuttle to UCSD campus up near La Jolla. The place also has a secure underground car park space at no additional cost. Overall, I would highly recommend this rental, and should I ever be returning to San Diego in future for a similar stay, I will be emailing Michael to see if this place is available!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet building-great location

Enjoyed my stay-most items needed were provided- received prompt responses to questions via texts or phone calls and window situation was promptly remedied. The no pets policy was a negative for me.
Stayed 101 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

The apartment was clean and comfortable. We felt safe in the building and neighborhood.

We enjoyed our stay. The location was convenient to many venues. Grocery stores and other stores were within walking distance. A washer and dryer are not in the apartment but are only about 6 steps from the apartment door. The apartment more than met our expectations. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils for cooking at home. Michael was pleasant, easy to work with, and accommodating. When we departed I inadvertently left a satchel under the bed and he called me before we reached the train station and offered to deliver the satchel to us at the station. The payment process worked well and and was just as we discussed. The deposit, minus the previously agreed upon cleaning fee, was returned to us promptly.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

This place was everything I needed when I moved cross country for a travel nursing assignment. Michael was very accommodating from the time I booked until the week after I left. I couldn’t ask for a better experience. The apartment is in an awesome location in Hillcrest with plenty of things to do and see. It was also a 6 minute walk to work which made it extremely convenient after a long shift. It had all the amenities and furnishings that I could ever want including coffee maker, toaster and iron/ironing board. The bed was very comfortable and had a balcony outside of the bedroom which was perfect for soaking in the sun while having a cup of coffee in the morning! Even after my stay, Michael was a great host and followed up with me prior to leaving to make the process smooth and convenient. I almost never write reviews, but Michael and his place certainly deserves a stellar one! Hope you enjoy this place and San Diego as much as I did
Stayed 91 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nice and Cozy Home in Hillcrest

Michael and Bob are great hosts. They were really nice and helpful throughout our stay, communication was flawless. The pictures in the profile are spot on. The home looks exactly like what you see in the pictures. It was really clean, relaxing, and private. It is also really close to the freeways, shopping, and downtown. The perfect home in a great location. Thanks Michael and Bob, my family enjoyed our stay at your lovely home.
Stayed 48 nights in May 2017
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