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Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo!

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan. - Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! (San Diego)
A modern kitchen with a gas stove, a toaster, and a window with blinds. - Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! (San Diego)
A room with a cushioned bench, a potted plant, and a wicker basket. - Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! (San Diego)
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, bedside tables, an air conditioner, and a window with curtains. - Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! (San Diego)
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and bar stools leading to a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a central island. - Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! (San Diego)
Located close to San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! provides golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo!

  • Enjoy a stylish experience at this light & airy beauty! UNBELIEVABLE LOCATION! Walkable to all that Balboa Park has to offer and a 3 minute drive to the world famous San Diego Zoo! This Spanish-style home comes fully equipped with everything you`d need for your stay & with tons of charm!

    One bedroom (queen bed) and one full bathroom with shower + tub combo. The detached garage and long driveway provide plenty of parking. There is a BBQ grill and a wonderful outdoor dining and lounge set on astroturf for some fun in the sun! This unit is part of a duplex; you may encounter the guest in the neighboring unit, but there are no shared spaces other than the backyard.

    Guest access is completely contactless. You will be given a door code 3 days prior to check-in.

    Check-in is virtual, as you`ll be provided with a digital Guest Portal and a personalized door code. Vacation Rentals by Aaron is a full-service property management company, and will be available 24-7 in case you need anything during your stay.

    Hillcrest is one of the hippest & most fabulous neighborhoods in San Diego. Rated as the most walkable neighborhoods in town with scores of bars, restaurants and cafes in close proximity. Plus you are mere minutes from the beach, airport, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, the Gaslamp, Little Italy and Petco Park.

    There is an air mattress in the unit for extra sleeping space.

    Beach Equipment: despite the inclusion of snorkeling gear, we do not offer it at our rentals
    Important notes/house rules:
    -Quiet Hours: 10pm-6am (weekdays); 11pm-6am (weekends).
    -Absolutely no parties or gatherings are permitted at our properties--being overly disruptive to neighbors will result in the immediate cancellation of your reservation and forfeiture of any monies paid (including your refundable deposit).
    - There is no smoking permitted at any of properties.
    - Please treat our properties and, more importantly, our neighborhoods as you treat your own. Keep San Diego vacation rentals vibrant and thriving!

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About the neighborhood

Hillcrest, a neighborhood in San Diego, is home to this vacation home. 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 natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A historic building with ornate architecture and a reflective pond with lily pads.
    Balboa Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A zoo entrance with a panda sculpture, ticket booth, and people.
    San Diego Zoo
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A theater with a brown roof and a sign for Grinch Stole Christmas.
    Old Globe Theater
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The San Diego Museum of Art with ornate architecture and banners advertising exhibitions.
    San Diego Museum of Art
    4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marston House
    8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station
    4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center
    13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! located?

Located in Hillcrest, this vacation 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 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Light & Bright 1BR, 2 mins to Zoo! Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was in an excellent location — I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property was very clean and nice. Neighborhood was peaceful and quiet. The bathroom window was a little creepy, but all in all the property was very nice and clean and I am extremely particular about where I stay. Communication with property owners/management was easy and they were very responsive. Book this place, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, perfect rental unit, great host communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Home and location was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, place is great, location is great. Comfy bed, good sheets, well stocked kitchen, clean grounds, nice outdoor space, solid price. Bathroom shower window, frame, and sill were disgusting. Significant mold. I get it, no exhaust fans in SD, but it's obviously being ignored. 2 knobs on the gas range were broken. Stove top was 'on' upon checkin and was a real pain to fully turn off. The front blinds desperately need to be replaced. Long term renters next door had their dog off leash the entire stay and must have different parking instructions. They blocked the driveway and acted put out when I asked them to move up the one day of Zoo traffic and no other parking option nearby. Did I complain: NO, not worth it. Would I stay here again: YES. Is the unit due for an owner walk thru: YES
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
I The kitchen was mostly clean and well maintained. It looks newly remodeled. The eating area/ counter wall was dirty. Old food dried on wall and mold around sink. The bathroom was the biggest disappointment. Really in poor condition. I believe the bathtub was clean, just stained. Window in bathroom was moldy, floor and baseboards dirty or stained. Parking was misleading. There is a drive and garage, but the drive is really tight and almost impossible to turn around in, so I would suggest backing up. If you have a large SUV, best of luck. The vine along the drive needs to be removed or trimmed. The host was a good communicator. We had an issue with one of the mini-splits and it was handled quickly. The blinds in the living room were broken; we coved windows with small blankets. We were in the smaller of the two units and had very little privacy. Two groups stayed in the adjoining unit during our stay. The first group did laundry during their entire stay. The second had four adults and two little children. They basically kept the gate closed for the safety of the children(understandable). But when the kids ran around the property, we were basically without any privacy, as the adults naturally ran after them. Our bath, bedroom and kitchen windows were in their running path. There is also significant noise between the units. We could hear all that was transpiring in the adjacent unit. Location was PREMO!!! Close to Baloa Park and all highways.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025