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BBQ Grill, 5 mins to DT, Canyon Views, Parking

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Living area and kitchen
Main Living area with pull out sofa sleeper
Kitchen and dining area
Living area
Keurig coffee maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BBQ Grill, 5 mins to DT, Canyon Views, Parking

This beautiful duplex located one block away from Balboa Park and the world renowned San Diego Zoo. Our place has been beautifully updated with stylish finishes and comfortable décor, and features two bedrooms, one bath, a beautiful deck and yard that overlooks a beautiful Canyon.

Guest Access:
The deck and the enclosed yard are for your exclusive use.

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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

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

Charge may apply

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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 624461, STR-05897L
Property # 4776138
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

San Diego

Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are not to be missed.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marston House - 10 min walk - 0.9 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

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 BBQ Grill, 5 mins to DT, Canyon Views, Parking 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.

What time is check-in at BBQ Grill, 5 mins to DT, Canyon Views, Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BBQ Grill, 5 mins to DT, Canyon Views, Parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BBQ Grill, 5 mins to DT, Canyon Views, Parking 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home, thank you for the snacks and great communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Just what we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

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

Cozy place in a great location.

Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023
Thank you Suzanne! Appreciate your review and stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice size , confortable. Can't leave food out, ants are aggressive here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

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

Great location!

The location is great for seeing the sites in San Diego! The layout worked perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly b.

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

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay. This property is conveniently located near Balboa Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yess P.

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

Family vacation

Easy check-in, easy contact with host, close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwight E. D.

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

Simple and easy

Everything needed was there, everything was clearly documented. Parking was great. So good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Great location

Great location, clean, great communication with host! Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023
Jen, thank you so much for your stay and for your review! You were a pleasure to host and would absolutely recommend you to other hosts as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderful property near the park and zoo. Very quiet neighborhood. Host was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2023
Eric was a great guest and wonderful to host! Would absolutely host again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

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

Great place to stay!

The place was just as listed and in a very central location. The neighborhood was nice and quiet and we felt very safe. The check-in instructions provided were easy to follow and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice C.

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

Great location

Easy to get to great restaurants and Balboa Park. Host was super responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

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

Comfortable short stay

We stayed for 3 nights so we could visit San Diego zoo and sea world and found location was excellent for both. The apartment was very clean and comfortable and suited our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2023
Thank you so much for your stay and your amazing review! It was really a pleasure to host such kind and great guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashby M.

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

Great stay near the park!

This place was just right for our group (three adults and two children). Had everything we needed, and just blocks from Balboa Park. Great shady patio for breakfast or a quiet space. We'll book again when coming to San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivette V.

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

Relaxing

Our family loved our stay! The apartment was clean upon arrival, quiet and convenient location, and dedicated parking space. We can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023
Thank you Ivette for your stay, would absolutely recommend you to other hosts and invite you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Namita A.

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

Wonderful stay!

We have stayed with Efrain in his properties multiple times and have never been disappointed. The location is great, place has everything we need and it is always clean. We will continue to rent from him when in San Diego and would highly recommend his place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey S.

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

Retired

Good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great Hillcrest Rental

We’ve stayed at Efrain’s property twice now. It’s a great place in a great location, and Efrain is a wonderful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

San Diego family trip

We wanted to enjoy the zoo. Beautiful weather and very close to the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

A great stay!

Beautifully renovated property in a great location. Very convenient access, well appointed and treats awaiting your arrival. Host was excellent. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justeen C.

Nice

Perfect place for our little family! Close by lots of food spots and the zoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you Justeen. It was a pleasure having you and your family as guests! Efrain.
Verified

8/10 Good

edna b.

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

San Diego

This location was perfect, lots of things within walking distance. The bathroom was very small, about 35-40 square feet. Great view off the back patio.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Perfect place for our San Diego vacation. Beautiful neighborhood and centrally located.

Owner was very responsive. View from back porch is incredible. Close to San Diego Zoo. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Anniversary Trip

This small home is clean and up to date and well stocked including some thoughtful extras like coffees and cold drinks and snacks. The deck is nice too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria J.

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

Girls trip

Great host, great communication, very clean and comfortable. Would be great for up to 4 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Efrain Cabas

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Local business owner, with a love for property and vintage cars, living in Hillcrest for the past 25 years. I live nearby, really enjoy hosting, and am quick to respond to guests quickly.

Why they chose this property

Our property is elegant, comfortable, secure, and in an amazing location. We are located in the heart of San Diego's neighborhood, Hillcrest, which is centrally located from downtown, Mission Valley, Balboa Park/Zoo, Sea World and the beaches.

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

What makes this property unique

Relaxation awaits in our beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit, with new updates. The living area is very spacious with sofa, large TV and great views. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for cooking. We provide coffee as well. A private patio awaits with beautiful canyon views!

Location is everything: We are located in the heart of San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood. Steps away from exquisite dining, night life and shopping. Less than one mile to the world famous San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park which hosts various museums, an Organ Pavilion, period architecture, street performers and local artisans.

A short drive to local beaches, harbor excursions and sights, the Padre's Petco Park, Sea Word and SDCCU Stadium (formally Qualcom Stadium).

Languages:

English, Spanish

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