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Charming, large, retro Garden Suite by Balboa Park, Zoo Shops & hip Restaurants

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hotel Circle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Balboa Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at this apartment in San Diego (University Heights), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of San Diego Zoo and Hotel Circle. .This apartment is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Balboa Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Balboa Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Petco Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Mission Valley Center Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pecs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪TapRoom Beer Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming, large, retro Garden Suite by Balboa Park, Zoo Shops & hip Restaurants

Newly decorated, Stunning, beautiful hardwood floors throughout the unit, full kitchen, Large bedroom with brand new queen bed.

Minutes to Balboa Park, the Zoo and Downtown. Fifteen minutes to the beach.

North Park was voted as one of the hippest communities to live in by Forbes Magazine and has everything to offer for one wanting to experience the true vibe of San Diego. Stroll down from the complex to University Ave and engage all your senses in every delight and sight. No matter what direction you head, you'll find yourself immersed in the pulse of North Park. Enjoy!

There is no A/C but there is a portable fan (stored in the closet).

*Navigating with Google Maps*
Please put in “4055 1/2 Alabama Street” to find front gate entrance

If this unit isn't available, please check out my other units on this property!

https://www.vrbo.com/1577552?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:vrbo:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=1577552

AND

https://www.vrbo.com/1353709?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:vrbo:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=1353709
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Nico Melchior

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on property grounds. Must exit gate

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-07572L, 631976

Charming, large, retro Garden Suite by Balboa Park, Zoo Shops & hip Restaurants Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great visit

We stayed in the upper unit with a wonderful deck with lovely views The unit is spacious and accommodating and was very cleanWe will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Place Near The Zoo

This unit is cozy, clean and in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location with everything I needed in walking distance.

Stayed a few extra days after a work conference as a little vacation. Very conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall would stay again

Felt really cozy safe and clean Definitely would book again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Metalslc

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it

It was pleasant and quiet, thank you for the hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family visit

Excellent location. Great shower
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Diego

The place was clean and quiet. Safe older San Diego neighborhood, felt good about staying there. Close to Balboa park and other San Diego attractions. The parking is a challenge after 5 pm or so, otherwise I would have given 5 stars instead of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot, lovely stay

Communicative host, very clean, great lodging with gorgeous back garden. Can't ask for more than that!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Little Spot to Stay.

Casual, Easy Place to Stay! Checked all the boxes. Walking distance to fun coffee shops and restaurants. The property manager Nico was terrific and on top of everything i'm checking to check out. Really easy and communicative all the way through, which we really appreciate. It's just a relaxing little spot. We will definitely come here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Overnight

Convenient location to visit our son who lives nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

M W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Spot, close to everything

Great location. Easy parking. Right in the center of San Diego and easy drive everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location, parking struggles

This property is perfectly located! With no designated parking, parking close to the property was impossible at times! Clean inside and offered some kitchen essentials. Shower doors were unpleasantly loud when sliding open/closed. One window had broken blinds scotch taped together.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Great location very cute place the upper unit is very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy to live in

The owner has fun decor yet has cleared space for guests. We are on a road trip so we came with more clothes than most there for a short stay. The laundry option requires quarters. I agree with another reviewer that the couch is a little more cushy than my preference but my husband loved it. There are two chairs I really did like though. I set up a little reading area with the bedroom chair which was nice when my husband was watching TV or napping on the couch. The tad lower neighborhood rating was due to parking availability but if you are flying in and walking/UBER then no worries.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy with great location

Cozy spot for two and great location to walk neighborhood and Balboa Park. Shared garden area was nice. Couch was a little uncomfortable, but overall a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom T., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

North Park 1 bedroom

Basically a good stay. Parking was extremely difficult, and Neighborhood is quiet and fairly safe, although not particularly handsome. Communication with owner was minimal, but we had no problems
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in the city!

It was a last minute idea for a birthday celebration and our place couldn't have been more perfect. Felt lucky to grab it, easy to check in, modern and sassy in a lovely courtyard. Thanks for the care!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devvon E.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect little getaway

I did not expect to stay at an a place that gave an experience that was so seamless. The transition to travel from check-in and check-out was very easy and the place provided all the needs of a vacation. - kitchen, tv area, bedroom, bathroom Plenty of room for a couple a child I definitely recommend and suggest. I will absolutely will return to this place whenever I come back into town. This experience was a great one.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Such a great location, great decor, perfect for my one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simple Accommodations - Great Location

This review is for property 1577552, another property listed by the same host. The host switched my reservation to this unit prior to my arrival. VRBO will not let me review property 1577552 because I did not make that reservation. Pros 1. The location is great - walkable to everything you need. 2. Great neighbors - we met two neighbors from the adjacent building and they could not have been nicer. 3. Comfortable bed. Cons 1. The unit itself is very small. My wife and I are shorter than normal humans and felt cozy. 2. Basic necessities available but nothing else. No coffee, but there was a grocery store a few blocks away. 3. Most uncomfortable couch ever. Fits two adults max. Overall it was a good home to sleep in and nothing more. I am disappointed that the host switched my reservation to another unit before my arrival and feel that the price should be lower compared to my original reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

The house was adorable. In a very nice quiet area. Super convenient to food and local amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Lovely Landing Spot

This is a fantastic little space, and a great central location from which to explore all that San Diego has to offer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021