House vacation rentals in Old Town, San Diego

I am a San Diego local, but my family was coming to town and we needed more space. I picked this place because I knew my sister and brother-in-law would love being able to walk to all the restaurants and brewery nearby and my 6 year old nephew would get a lot of use out of the pool. The place exceeded my expectations, it was perfect for everyone. We spent a lot of time in the backyard swimming or playing board games, and my Mom got a lot of use out of the hot tub. Communication with the host was excellent and the place was comfortable and clean. The only downside is my family might visit too often now!

We had a fantastic week in La Jolla! John’s place was charming, spotless, and perfect for our family. The home was well-stocked with thoughtful amenities—including beach gear—and had everything we needed to feel comfortable. The location is unbeatable: a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood within a few minutes walking distance to the beach, great restaurants, coffee shops, and more. John was a friendly and responsive host who made everything easy from start to finish. Honestly could not have asked for a better host. Highly recommend for families looking for a relaxing, convenient stay in La Jolla. We’d love to come back!

Stay at Katri’s was great. Had delicious cookies waiting for us when we checked in, which was a breeze. House was spacious and entire lot was very big. Pool was great and even after we had told them that no heated pool would be necessary, Mother Nature had a different idea and gave us some more than unexpected chilly weather, so they had no problem throwing the heater on for us. Freeway in the background was hardly a noise problem for us personally. Just far enough that it didn’t affect us, and was nice to see what our morning commute was going to be like. Brought two dogs with the group that absolutely loved everything (after one of them finally got over his fear of the staircase). All in all a great stay in a great neighborhood. Cant comment more how quickly they responded to us in the days leading up to the trip, and while we were there. Great hosts!

We loved our stay at Mari Katherine’s Airbnb for a girl’s weekend in SD! It is a beautiful home that was spacious and thoughtfully designed and decorated to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The home feels private, but was in a fantastic location in North Park that was easily walkable to coffee shops, restaurants, etc. Mari Katherine sent clear instructions leading up to our stay, so the logistics of check in were clear and easy! When some logistical challenges came up during our stay, Mari Katherine was very responsive (even late in the evening) and offered solutions - we would be thrilled to visit again!

Exactly as the other reviewers have described, it is just a beautiful oasis in a perfect quiet neighborhood. Don’t wait, book now!

The location is a ten minute walk to the beach. There’s a sprouts three minutes away and numerous bars, restaurants, and shops. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Great location with a very great host. Very kind people. I would definitely stay again.

Van was very friendly, even had great food recommendations for my family and I. The home was one of the best Airbnbs I’ve ever stayed in. My children thought we were in a place of royalty with how well put together the house was. Loved our stay and will definitely be back

If you have a family with children this is the PERFECT place! Not only are there plenty of toys and board games to keep the kids entertained, there is also a pool and jacuzzi. This rental even had toothbrushes and toothpaste along with sunscreen and aloe in case you forgot.

Overall, we had a good stay here. The place matched the description, and it was in a central location with easy access to highways. We were able to reach most parts of San Diego quickly. Mary Grace was responsive and friendly.

Great place and very clean upon arrival. I enjoyed my stay and it was very close to the beach! The host was very attentive and responsive.

Brent’s place was amazing and I would definitely stay there again! It’s in a great location close to lots of restaurants in South Park and my favorite coffee shop Santos coffee :) Their home was beautiful inside and out with a great yard space for the doggies!

Conveniently located . Easy to find . Well maintained front and backyard . Quiet, peaceful and safe area . Host very responsive and allowed us to stay a bit longer to give us time to clean up and leave the place as orderly as we found it .

My stay here was exactly how I wanted it to be. The home was very clean and had a lot of necessities like cookware, silverware, shower products, and so much more! Everything was super neat and organized. The bed was extremely comfy. The host was very easy to communicate with and made sure we had everything we needed, also made sure all our questions were answered. I am looking forward to staying here again when I return to San Diego. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is thinking about staying here. You definitely get your moneys worth.

Negar was such a great host!! Was always quick to respond and very helpful. The room was so cozy and clean. The back yard makes you feel like ur in a secret garden. Had a pleasant time.

Great place. Wonderful location. Felt safe the entire time. Loved the private garage for our rental. Host communicated and checked in with us daily. I’d definitely come back again in the future.

The space is amazing. So centralized. Everytime I’m in SD I stay here I love it. It’s 10-15 minutes away from everything. So quiet and peaceful with a beautiful neighborhood the entire area is stunning . The rental is full and free with a true beach type of feeling. If you’re lucky enough to book here you will not regret it.

Alyssa was the perfect host. She was easy to communicate with and was flexible on check in and check out. She brought an iron right away when I asked if there was one in the apartment. Her place was clean and perfect with tons of towels and blankets available. The bed was also super comfortable. I highly recommend this space if you are looking to stay in OB.

Lindsey was an amazing host and the place was just as amazing! very nice and cozy inside and it was in a perfect location about 15 minutes from downtown. every place we had planned for the trip was very close and the beach less than 4 minutes away was a nice plus! it was very clean we spilled water on the floor and when we wiped it up the paper towel came up still white! i would definitely stay here again :)

Georgie’s airbnb is beautiful and in a great location in Ocean Beach. There’s plenty to do nearby and easy to walk to. We had some trouble sleeping due to noise from airplanes, but this has less to do with Georgie’s Airbnb specifically and more to do with the proximity to the airport.

This stay was perfect! The place was beautiful, Nina was so communicative, and all the instructions were clear and helpful. We used the car turner and it sounds a little intimidating but it’s very simple and so convenient! I really can’t say enough good things about the place and hosts, I highly recommend staying here!

Doris and her son were prompt in addressing and resolving an issue immediately above and beyond our expectations

Our stay in Old Town San Diego was amazing. The location of the home is perfect for walking around and easy access to the trolly for getting downtown. Would love to stay here again in the future.

Joseph was a great host. I was surprised to have snacks and coffee stocked. We were also greeted with a bottle of wine for us - which was so nice. The home was in a nice location, it was clean, but it’s not very walkable. We ended up renting a car - which made everything closer to get to. Overall, good home, had everything we’d need for a week’s stay.

We had a fantastic stay at Kim’s beautiful Mission Hills home! She was quick and transparent in answering our questions, which made booking easy. The house is even better than the photos—immaculate, well-stocked, and super comfortable. The grass lawn was perfect for our two dogs (a big reason we booked), and the layout worked great for our group of 5 adults, including divorced parents—the two living rooms were a plus! Parking was easy for both our truck and SUV. The neighborhood is walkable and peaceful, with great restaurants nearby. Downtown is just a 10-minute Uber ride away, and the views of the city, airport, and water were excellent. Light noise from the airport and highway is noticeable with the windows open, but we slept soundly with them closed. Kim’s communication was fantastic, and check-in and check-out were a breeze. We’re already planning to stay again—this place checked all the boxes! I wish I could write more, but to sum it up, we felt right at home!