The Best Hotels in Hillcrest

Hillcrest is a lovely neighbourhood with a village-y feel in central San Diego. It’s mostly pedestrianised, so it’s easily explored on foot and makes for an ideal base if you don't want to be in downtown. The bustling streets are lined with pretty boutiques and breweries, book shops, cafes, and eateries. But its proximity to San Diego's highlights makes it a winning location: Balboa Park being a must-see — the largest cultural park in North America, teeming with museums, gorgeous gardens — and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Our pick of the best hotels in Hillcrest is a charming B&B offering good ol’ fashioned hospitality and cosy rooms.

For a homely city bolthole

• Hillcrest House B&B is a home-away-from-home in the heart of Hillcrest, offering cosy yet elegant rooms and some good ol’ fashioned American hospitality. A great base to explore San Diego from, it’s just a short drive from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and the Maritime Museum. It’s particularly good if you want a bit of peace and quiet after a busy day checking out the sights, set in charming gardens, with rooms, suites and self-catering studios decorated in a warm, traditional style. Great value for money.

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  • Hillcrest House B&B San Diego (Hillcrest) 8 rooms from $120

    
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    Local exploring  -  A warm, inviting and homely base in a trendy area with all of San Diego's main sites nearby

    Sights nearby  -  It's 10 minutes drive to beaches, Balboa Park, Sea World, Legoland, famous San Diego Zoo and the trendy Gaslamp District

    Great walks  -  Nearby Balboa Park is a historic urban park which covers over 1,200 acres. It's one of the oldest parks in the country

    Whirlpool Bathtub  -  One room and one suite have spa baths, the suite's tub fits two people

    

    Small owner-run B&B in the city's central Hillcrest neighbourhood. Each of the unique rooms, suites and studios are located in the main house or outhouses. Cosy with characterful decor, many have wooden floors and vintage-feel ceiling fans. Great value home-away-from-home with lots of charm. See More

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Written by Edmund Wise

posted Tuesday, 2nd July 2024