Title: The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34911756&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches ## Photo gallery for The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches ![Property grounds - The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34911800/34911756/d13dc5b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34911800/34911756/c869ae73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34911800/34911756/af8d5c99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34911800/34911756/e4a5d535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, streaming services - The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34911800/34911756/w898h600x0y0-d101a557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Hillcrest, THE HILLCREST BUNGALOW VACATION RENTAL offers a warm retreat with a chef's dream kitchen, luxury linens, and off-street parking. Walk to award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, and craft brew pubs in this vibrant neighborhood. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches A Chef's Kitchen is waiting for you. Walk to Hillcrest's 100's of restaurants, bars, and shopping. Dog Passionate, we love our 4 legged guests. Sorry, no cats. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83963000/83962973/9e0575c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avalon III by Avantstay Mins to Gaslamp, Zoo & Airport Beautiful Deck w/ BBQ Middletown - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=83962973&PinnedHotelID=83962973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (Multiple Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120340000/120338500/120338465/17fc1f0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Point Loma Home w/ Putting Green, Firepit + Game Room & Beach Access Zola Street by Avantstay Point Loma - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=120338465&PinnedHotelID=120338465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124463400/124463331/2eeafd06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### University Heights Bungalow | Renovated & Walkable University Heights - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=124463331&PinnedHotelID=124463331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18978500/18978464/251477f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Guest House. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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-03094L, 605768 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as da2b2ccc-2edb-4e2a-bcf7-d223cabc64d0 ## About the area Located in University Heights, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our San Diego travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego.dx3073) [View more Holiday homes in San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3073-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.75515%2C-117.14948&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qNSEcSdwFDPM5lKg9Xd0cgjxEpU=) San Diego, CA ### What's nearby - ![San Diego Zoo featuring zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502547/c2160434-382a-459e-b481-bd2fb2dfd3d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) San Diego Zoo 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Kindred Hospital San Diego 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Fashion Valley Mall 2 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Mission Valley Mall 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Mission Valley Center Station 4 min drive - Old Town Transit Center 11 min drive - San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 11 min walk - 7-Eleven 11 min walk - TapRoom Beer Company 9 min walk - Lestat's on Park 8 min walk - Great Maple 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches? ### What time is check-in at The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches? ### What time is check-out at The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches? ### Where is The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hillcrest Bungalow....NO Deposit City Center Location, 15 min to Beaches Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 36 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### V 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The place was perfect! Spacious, comfortable, and with everything you needed. University Hill is quiet and clean. The bungalow isnt far from anywhere we wanted to go. Mrs. Ann was professional and warm and I would definitely return! ##### V Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay with Personal Touches Hillcrest Bungalow is a lovely property with all the creature comforts. The owner generously provides extremely comfortable beds with soft linens, fluffy white towels, and a beautifully appointed home including the kitchen and outdoor spaces. She even had a holiday tree, decorations and a special Christmas morning drop-off so we felt festive being away from home for the holidays. Wonderful place and stellar host. Thank you! ##### Julie B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Z. 12 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and perfect fit for us We fully enjoyed our visit in San Diego and our host was a huge help with dinning and information on sight seeing major attractions. House was spotless, kitchen was well stocked and the bed was amazingly comfortable. Neighborhood was perfect for our Norwich puppy walks. We will be back to visit this winter from Taos New Mexico. Thank you Annie ##### Stephen Z. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin C. 9 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding! We had an amazing stay at Hillcrest Bungalow! Ann, our host, was incredibly responsive and genuinely dedicated to ensuring we had a wonderful time in San Diego. The house was beautifully upgraded and had an impressively equipped kitchen with everything you could ever need. The attention to detail and thoughtful amenities made our stay truly enjoyable. I highly recommend Hillcrest Bungalow for anyone looking for a fantastic getaway in San Diego. Thank you, Ann, for making our stay so memorable!" ##### Justin C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shu C. 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house is close to the Zoo and Bolba park which makes our trip very easy. Love the kitchen! We made breakfast at your house and had great family time together. Ann is great and always checking in with us. Thank you so much Ann we had a great time! ##### Shu C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott and Crickett M., Broken Arrow, OK 12 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay. We enjoyed our stay in the Bungalow. Very clean property with two nice outdoor spaces. Ann communicated well prior to the stay. Highly recommend! ##### Scott and Crickett M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb N. 1 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First trip to California Was awesome place to stay I will be turning 😎 ##### Deb N. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryann S. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hillcrest oasis Clean, well-appointed kitchen and lovely patio. ##### Maryann S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pete S. 11 Jun 2014 #### Great Stay! We enjoyed our stay at the Hillcrest Bungalow. The house is well appointed and in excellent condition. The beds are super comfy! The location is perfect. The zoo and Balboa Park are a very short drive or a long walk. Beaches, The Gaslamp, and Old Town are all short drives. There are a lot of really good restaurants within walking distance. Or, if you want to take advantage of the fantastic kitchen, there is a Sprouts and a Whole Foods close by. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Pete S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W., Las Vegas, NV 7 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for a weekend getaway Fantastic, central location for San Diego. 15-20 minutes from most attractions (beach, Sea World, Zoo, etc). Several restaurants/shops within walking distance (\~15 min). Dedicated tandem parking space a huge plus, as there wasn't a lot of off street parking. Appliances (Viking kitchen, very new washer/dryer, tankless water heater) all made the stay a bit easier. Would definitely recommend! Ann is a great host and did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable. ##### John W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelli V. 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Bungalow This charming and very cozy bungalow is in a great location and has a wonderful set-up with the two spacious bedrooms and Jack and Jill bathroom. Loved the front and back patios….and the common living room, dining area and kitchen spaces were very lovely and homey. Had everything we needed. I think the bed/bedding were more comfy than my own! Slept like a baby! It was perfect for the three of us. Ann was a gem to work with. Very communicative, personable and helpful. Wasn’t really a fan of having to pick up the keys in a different location for check-in but check-out was seamless and all the positives of the house/stay certainly outweigh that one hiccup. Would definitely go back! Absolutely loved our trip and stay! :) ##### Kelli V. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Paul F. 7 May 2015 #### Perfect location The Hillcrest house was ideally located to connect to all of your San Diego experiences in the central part of the city. Great restaurants around there, access to a lot of new things happening including bars and restaurants.The beds are really comfortable and Ann is a wonderful host. There are a few things that could be changed: lockbox did not work according to the code so we were struggling with the late-night check in. Also it's hard to get a hold of the owner after 10 PM. So that needs to be addressed; however it's a wonderful place comfortable for two people or four. I would definitely go back. Thank you so much. ##### Paul F. ### 8/10 Good #### Roxie P. 18 Sept 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome location/off street parking We loved the house, the bed was so very comfortable and the location was truly close to everything we went to. With that said, we also found the floors to be dirty, and lots of spiderwebs outside as well as ants in the kitchen. The house needs a deep clean which I’m sure Ann will do, and is a great setup for a small family or a couple to get away. Spacious and nicely set up and includes a washer and dryer and beach towels and everything a kitchen should have if you want to cook! We had a wonderful time in San Diego Ann, thanks for having us! Roxie & Ed ##### Roxie P. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lenise A., San Diego, CA 30 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Staycation Location for Our Family! Had a great time with my small family here for Thanksgiving! Amazing kitchen, comfortable beds, and a sweet tv area perfect for catching up. Even my mom’s Westie was right at home, and he’s only slept at two houses total before this. :) Would definitely recommend for some cozy family time together, ##### Lenise A. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark T. 14 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for dogs Seamless access, responsive hosts and a central location. Excellent dog-friendly rental! ##### Mark T. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin C. 5 Jan 2019 #### Fabulous location, amazing bungalow! The Hillcrest bungalow was the perfect spot for our family vacation to San Diego!! The location was ideal, close to everything we wanted to visit! The beds were as comfortable as my bed at home! (amazing sheets). Anne thought of everything for this home, from the gourmet kitchen to the cozy blankets! The house was even decorated for Christmas which added such a nice touch! Custom service was outstanding with an in person delivery of paper goods when we ran out!! I highly recommend this property!! ##### Kristin C. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy Q. 7 Dec 2018 #### home away from home Great place- wonderful kitchen, beds comfortable, quiet neighborhood, and our dog was welcome- dog dishes available and two fenced patios ##### Nancy Q. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim C., Lincoln, NE 25 Nov 2018 #### Perfect This is truly a lovely home. The owner, Ann, has created the perfect home base for a San Diego trip. The beds are amazingly comfortable, the kitchen is gorgeous and clean. ##### Kim C. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 14 Sept 2017 #### Wonderful Stay, Lovely Host, Recommend to All A+++ Loved every minute of my stay here. Thanks! Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Colleen B. 6 Jan 2017 #### Very nice property convenient to many activities My family and I stayed at the Hillcrest Bungalow for 6 nights. Its a wonderfully decorated 2 bedroom bungalow, and very consistent with the description. It is in a quiet neighborhood that seemed convenient to many of the sights one would want to see in San Diego-- Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, old town San Diego, the Seaport Village and Mission Beach, among other things. It has a great kitchen, very up-to-date and a driveway so no worries as to parking. Because of its close proximity to downtown and to shopping and restaurants it could serve as a base to see many things in the San Diego area. The owner was also very responsive and answered all my questions about the area and the property. Instructions as to check in and check out were clear. I would definitely consider staying here again. There is a warning about neighbors being sensitive to noise so if you are likely to have a big crowd that might be something to consider. For us, it was not a problem and it was nice that the neighborhood was peaceful. Having not booked through VBRO regularly, I was not focused on the service fee for booking through the listings on the website. It seems a bit hefty to me, but I understand it also acts as some protection to the consumer. But it is something to keep in mind if you are on a budget. Also, this particular property, unlike some others I looked at on the website, has a no-refund policy, so if you think you're plans could change or if you do not want to pay the entire fee well in advance with no cancellation available, this aspect of this property would be something to pay attention to. Again, a terrific stay and very clean and beautiful place. ##### Colleen B. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### tamara m. 26 Sept 2016 #### Best home away from home ever!! I don't have enough great things to say, not only about this fabulous find, but Ann, the amazing owner of this property, as well as Hillcrest House Bed and Breakfast! We stayed our first night at the B n B, which we thoroughly enjoyed. During our brief stay there, Ann took the time to share with us great places to go from dining to sipping to sighseeing! She is a wealth of information and the best hostess ever! ( Her breakfast at the B n B is a delight as well!) This house is better equipped then any I have ever seen! Plus it is immaculate and extremely comfortable! Very central to everything as well. Don't miss out on staying here if you have the opportunity! Thank you for everything Ann and we look forward to seeing you again!! xxoo ##### tamara m. This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice R. 28 Feb 2016 #### Fabulous Find!!! This house is located in a quiet neighborhood but within walking distance to restaurants, bus stop, and supermarkets. The house is well kept, well stocked, clean, and comfortable. Ann, the owner, could not have been more helpful with suggestions, directions, and transportation. I would rent this house again in a heart beat and will certainly recommend it to any friends or family members coming to San Diego!! ##### Alice R. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles S. 18 Dec 2015 #### Family Holiday Celebration The house was perfect for our family combined Thanksgiving/Christmas celebration. Ann had decorated the house for Christmas and it put us all in the spirit of the season, in spite of the warm weather and sunny days. The kitchen is fully equipped and delightful to work in. Ann has thought of everything to make this bungalow a perfect second home. It's very clean, in a quiet neighborhood, and close to everything that matters to us. We were so delighted with our stay, we've already booked another visit! ##### Charles S. This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 29 Oct 2015 #### Perfect location! Everything here was really great! Ann was very communicative from the get go. The house was charming, clean, and in a great location. I highly recommend!! This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaylee M. 15 Oct 2015 #### Best Bungalow! This bungalow blew my mind! The whole place was so amazing! The beds were great! It was hard to get out of bed each day because they were so comfortable! I love to cook and this kitchen is my DREAM kitchen. I am so lucky to have been able to find this place. Ann is the most hospitable person I have ever met. She makes sure that your stay is wonderful and if you have any questions you can contact her and she will respond very quickly. The neighborhood is pretty quiet. I cannot wait to stay here again! ##### Shaylee M. ---