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Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park

Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Balboa Park with designer kitchens and ample storage space - perfect after a day at the San Diego Zoo or water park

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The Carriage House Lower Unit, steps from Balboa Park, offers a quiet getaway with a private courtyard. Guests love the free laundry, two bedrooms with queen beds and luxury linens, and a designer kitchen. Balboa Park's golf course and the San Diego Zoo are just minutes away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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About the area

Located in Bankers Hill, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this guesthouse is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Make time for San Diego Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Petco Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Air and Space Museum showing aircraft
    San Diego Air and Space Museum
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Japanese Friendship Garden which includes a garden and landscape views
    Japanese Friendship Garden
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Waterfront Park
    Waterfront Park
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum
    San Diego Natural History Museum
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • San Diego Zoo featuring zoo animals
    San Diego Zoo
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station
    3 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Amore Caffe
    13 min walk
  • The Market Place
    11 min walk
  • The Rail
    12 min walk
  • The Loft Bar
    8 min walk
  • North Park Beer Co.
    4 min walk

About this property

Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park

Family-friendly guest house near Port of San Diego
San Diego Zoo is located near Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park, which provides golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking and boating at this guest house. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Tennis courts, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Water sports equipment, games and beach towels
  • Books, concierge services and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park boast perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and travel cots
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please put wet towels in shower

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: $125 per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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-01131L, 609403

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park located?

This family-friendly San Diego guesthouse is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Globe Theater and San Diego Museum of Art. San Diego Zoo and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Banker's Hill "The Carriage House" Lower Unit. Pets welcome and near Balboa Park Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Carriage House was an incredible stay. We were there for 7 nights and felt like we were coming home every time we returned. Hard to find a nicer place in San Diego. The location and ease to get anywhere we wanted made for an easy week of travel and dining! Thank you for such a wonderful stay and experience!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelli H.

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

Walkable & Convenient

Beautifully decorated, comfortable beds, roomy closets, nice kitchen and bathrooms. Good location for walking to Balboa Park and all around Park West.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan A.

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

Great 2 week stay

Great location and cute little spot that was super cozy for my wife and I!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan g c.

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

Quaint & Charming

This property is well located, beautifully decorated, and a joy to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean A.

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

Excellent place

We loved our stay here. The location is wonderful within an easy walk to Balboa Park and a longer walk to downtown. Quit neighborhood with easy parking. The double suites were perfect for my friend and I. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mac M.

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

Perfect.

A wonderful & unique property in an ideal location. Comfortable, quiet, clean, and well-equipped. Easy walk to Balboa Park and many lovely bars & restaurants. The host was very accomodating. Basically, it was perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, cozy, and just like the photos—this downstairs cottage was clean, comfortable, and warmly inviting. The layout is efficient, with a well-equipped kitchen, large dining table, and an incredibly comfortable living area perfect for relaxing, especially with the lush courtyard doors open. The host was responsive and helpful. A few suggestions: the beds could be more comfortable, kitchen utensils feel pieced together over time, and small amenities like tissues, lotion, and extra supplies were a bit limited. Footsteps from the upstairs rental are occasionally audible, and nearby construction made parking tricky, but the charm of the space made up for it. We truly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely return—just a few small upgrades would take this lovely rental to the next level.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

March 2024 Stay

The carriage house has been built at the back of a residential property. The property is located in a nice neighbourhood that is densifying with add-on suites and small professional offices. It is very centrally located but you do need a vehicle. We always found on-street parking available within a block or two. It takes a little while to learn about the area but there are good coffee shops and restaurants nearby as well as a Whole Foods grocery store. The carriage house itself is very well constructed and beautifully decorated. There is also a suite upstairs but we weren’t bothered by any noise. The beds were not firm and perhaps should be replaced. The kitchen was extremely well-equipped. Overall I highly recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Quiet, even with the construction down the street. Perfect layout. Large living room, dining room, and the 2 bedrooms and bathrooms were perfect, as well. Great decor, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home in a great location. Easy check-in and check-out process and the hosts quickly respond to messages. We would love to stay there again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Very clean. Lovely patio. Just a few blocks walk to Balboa Park. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! The property was clean, quiet, and spacious (including the outdoor patio). Lovely location in Banker’s Hill, with the 3, 11, and 120 bus routes (running uptown towards Hillcrest or downtown towards the Gaslamp Quarter) just a block or two away. The hosts were very attentive. We’ll be back!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Great place and location

Great visit. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JILL W.

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

Dining and walking extravaganza

This place is adorable. We enjoyed the courtyard and comfy indoor area. Dining in the local area was fabulous and all in walking distance. Balboa park was closer than i thought. Walked 20 miles in 2 days. We will be back. Hosts were accommodating and communication was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric C., Garden Grove, CA

The Carriage House is a beautiful place to stay!

Although our stay was short (only 2 nights), we absolutely loved the carriage house! Very convenient location close to the Zoo and many museums and places to eat. We would stay there again the next time we visit San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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

Excellent stay

We absolutely loved the Carriage House. Quiet, private, and so charmingly appointed. Cute, walkable neighborhood, central to all to do in San Diego proper. This was everything I expect from a vacation stay, and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Gorgeous property in lovely, quiet neighborhood

It really is as pretty as it looks in the pictures! Easy communication with manager and a clean, quiet, and safe neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis J., Surprise, AZ

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

No labor day weekend

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Nicely decorated

Property is very conveniently located to I5, 163. Just a few minutes to Coronado and Airport. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes, etc. Upscale decorated.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicris51 C.

Carriage House

"Simply the Best".

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great property

Overall we enjoyed our stay here. We had a few minor issues like a smoke detector that kept going off when no smoke was present and finding a parking space on the street near the unit, but the property was well maintained and very close to Balboa Park. There were some great restaurants within walking distance. Communication with the host was great, with quick responses when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy B., Newport Beach

Spectacular location. Charming enclave!

The photos do not do justice to this incredible gem! You walk through an architectural gate into a delightful “secret garden” ambiance patio. The bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living areas are all exceptionally well appointed. Can’t say enough good things about how communicative, Don, the owner has been. The album he has provided of things to do, restaurants in the area is extremely well thought out. My highest recommendation. I’d tell my friends to stay here as well as I would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., London

Elegant and conveniently placed to explore San Diego

The property has been recently restored and is an elegant apartment with two en suite bedrooms. It features a small courtyard and a pleasant living room with associated well equipped kitchen. The TV has premium channels too! The heating works well (we visited over New Year) and although we didn’t get to meet Don, our host, he responded quickly and helpfully when contacted via the HomeAway app. If you are keen on walking, The apartment is close to San Diego Zoo and the park, the trendy Hillcrest District, and not too far to walk to the Gaslamp and Italian Quarter of downtown San Diego. Altogether, I highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Place exactly as advertised

Very nice place. Great owner and conceirge staff. The pictures are exactly what you get with the unit. Great location - central to everything. The reviews here are very accurate. The only small issues I had were the place was alittle musty smelling on check in/had flies (likely just from opening the big doors to clean from the previous stay), the amenities (like dishwashing soap and garbage bags were a bit minimal), and you had to go outside to access the laundry machine. Not major issues. I would stay here again, and I really appreciated the owner as I had my VRBO unit cancelled 24 hours before our trip, and they took care of us to accomodate us on such short notice. A great, fair priced place in a great location in San Diego. Awesome food locations so close by. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

My Home Away From Home

I love this property! It is the bottom unit of a carriage house and the old world decor is exactly my taste. The decorating details are amazing. I was there for 3 weeks. . .too much time to be out touring all the time. Relaxing in this unit was just delightful. In fact, I hardly needed to leave to be happy because this place is so homey and comfortable. But leave I did because the neighborhood is sooo charming. I think of Bankers Hill as urban-light. One has the fun of little cafes and shops sprinkled around the area as well as Balboa Park, a real jewel with museums, theatre, a fun restaurant as well as many outdoor recreation activities, within an easy walk. And the Gaslamp District is 2 miles away, Hillcrest with all its funky, hip vibe and Landmark movie theatre less than that. Coronado is an easy 4 miles away. This location in an older, more historic part of San Diego simply couldn't be better (unless one is there strictly for a beach vacation). Finally, Laura is wonderful. She is very responsive and eager to help. I will be returning again and again.
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2016