Cortez Hill

Stylish, Art-Filled Sanctuary in the Center of the City

Description

Find inspiration in rooms filled with modern art and shelves teeming with books. Step onto a small balcony for views of a leafy neighborhood and San Diego's famous Balboa Park or scenic bay. Unwind with a hot bath after a busy day exploring the sights. The entire home boast cozy and homey, with brand new vinyl flooring, gorgeous quartz countertops and modern/tasteful decor. "Enjoy the sunset after a walk in the park, while cuddling on the couch with a glass of wine.”

License number: tier_2, STR-04249L

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Beds
1 King, 2 Twins, Sofa (single), possible Pack'n Play or Crib
Maximum Guests
5
Assigned Parking
Street Parking Pass Provided
Utilities Included
Utilities included for monthly stays up to $150 a month

Rent Conditions

  • No smoking indoors nor on balcony nor on rooftop permitted
  • No noise after 9PM
  • No parties
  • No more than 5 people in house at all times
  • No Pets allowed
  • Cleaner fee added to stays greater than 2 weeks
  • No hanging towels on balcony railing
  • No disconnecting camera in the entrance

My Promise

Thoughtful Design

Arrive with the comfort and ease of having a beautifully designed stay

Local Expertise

Receive concierge-like services like local restaurant and activity tips

Exceptional Hospitality

Expect quick responses, friendly problem-solving, and easy-breezy check-ins

Amenities

TV
TV
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Fans available
Fans available
Hairdryer
Hairdryer
HVAC
HVAC
Linens & Towels
Linens & Towels
Outdoor area
Outdoor area
Parking
Parking
Security Cameras
Security Cameras
Smoke Alarm
Smoke Alarm
Walkable area
Walkable area
Washer & Dryer
Washer & Dryer
Wifi
Wifi
Workspace
Workspace
Babysitter services available
Babysitter services available
Balcony
Balcony
Cleaner services available
Cleaner services available
Crib/Pack'n play available
Crib/Pack'n play available
Near public transportation
Near public transportation

About the Area

Cortez Hill is a neighborhood that is a local kept secret. Its proximity to all the major attractions, good food, biggest park, paired with the quietness of a residential area perched up on the city's historic hill, makes this location ideal for a vacation getaway.

I like to call it, the center of San Diego's golden triangle: downtown just blocks down the hill, the convention center less than a mile away, Little italy and the farmers market a 10 minute walk, Balboa Park seen from our aparment window, and San Diego Zoo just a quick 5 min drive away (of 1.5 miles walking).

We have all the tips on places to go eat and explore, so if you book here, feel free to ask us for our local guide and even more specific questions if needed.

Reviews

Mark

August 2019

Fantastic host, location and lodging. Easy walk to beautiful Balboa Park - and relaxing balcony from which to look into the park. Ten minutes from everything. Loved it!

William CH

March 2020

Gigi has a fantastic spot. I had only visited SD once before for a conference and having somebody to give recommendations for dinner and places to visit really made the total experience better. I love the location of Gigi's place, Cortez Hill, which I did not know about is a very quiet residential area of San Diego but has multiple quick trips under 10 minutes to all the good places to visit and has fast access to the highway. Gigi and Miguel are great hosts and offered excellent dinner recommendations and we loved their dog Benicio. Thank you to Gigi and Miguel for making our visit to San Diego extra special!

Carolina

September 2020

Gigi was a great host: I booked last minute to visit my mom in San Diego and she so graciously accommodated me. She made me feel right at home. Located in the heart of San Diego, the apartment is ten minutes from everything which is unheard of in so many large cities. From the moment you walk into the apartment you can tell that this is a nice home. Tastefully decorated, the room was very clean and bed was really comfortable with very nice linens and pillows. Gigi was a friendly host, easy to communicate with, and overall nice person. Should the occasion arise , I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended.

John

October 2020

What a fun weekend! We felt at home at Gigi's place, and we appreciated her thoughtful touches. This is a great launch pad for all your San Diego adventures.

Michael

May 2021

Our stay at Gigi and Miguel's home was top notch. We felt at home away from home for the week! The apartment was lovely -- spacious yet cozy, with beautiful art. Gigi provided clear communication and kindly checked in throughout our stay to provide recommendations. Thank you both for letting us stay in your home!

Lily

August 2021

I would highly recommend Gigi and Miguel's place for anyone looking for a central location to stay in SD! There was an airport and a highway very close by, but I wasn't too bothered by the noise, and didn't have any noise complaints at night. I was here for a month while working remote, and was able to work comfortably during the day while being close to everything SD had to offer during the evenings. The bedroom and bathroom were very spacious, and while the kitchen/living room were shared, I felt there was more than enough space and everything was very clean. The apartment itself has some amazing artwork, and Gigi and Miguel (and Benny!) were amazing hosts.

Thomas

September 2022

I stayed here for a month and it was perfect. The place has everything you need for a long stay and Gigi made everything easy. It was super comfortable (especially the bed) and felt like home. I even extended my stay another week or so. The location is awesome, plenty of things within walking distance. If you’re not from San Diego, downtown can have some sketchy areas and this is definitely not one of them. It is a very nice area. Being familiar with downtown I was pretty worried about the parking but Gigi gives you a parking permit that makes it much easier. Overall it was top notch. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

Tom

September 2022

Gigi was very communicative and accommodating. Check in was super easy and parking wasn’t hard to find. It was very organized and comfy place. Location was great and walkable. It was overall very convenient and made our stay much easier and relaxing.

Ashwin

November 2022

Gigi is an excellent host. She went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was comfortable. The apartment is a great size, in a really good location -- close to most of the attractions and restaurants. If we visit San Diego again, we will definitely try and stay at Gigi's again!

Tim

March 2023

Great spot! We have rented twice, for nearly 3 months. Good location, place has everything you need. Gigi was extremely well at communicating to us and helping us sort through exactly what we needed. Fully recommend this spot.

Justin

February 2023

Amazing location and amazing house. Can't recommend it enough!

Alex

July 2023

Gigi was an excellent host. Her place was exactly as advertised, and she was extremely responsive. The price was cheaper than all comparable offerings, too, and there were no surprise fees. Her expectations were clear and very reasonable. I would absolutely stay at her properties again. Thanks for a great trip!

Shawn

August 2023

Very responsive and accommodating. Place was perfect for family with children.

Sydney

July 2022

Gigi has a wonderful home tucked into a great neighborhood! We loved the stay and could walk everywhere easy. The couch and bed is so comfortable! Gigi made it very easy to check in / out.

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