Abpopa Hillcrest

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near San Diego Zoo

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Panoramic Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Panoramic Room | Living area
Panoramic Room | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Studio, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Honeymoon Penthouse, Bay View | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3776 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103
  • Hotel Circle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Balboa Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

Signature Studio, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Honeymoon Penthouse, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 800 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Studio, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Design Studio

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio Suite

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Hillcrest within 2 miles (3 km) of San Diego Zoo, Abpopa Hillcrest is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Marine Corps Recruit Depot. This 23-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Balboa Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Mos Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vending 1 Fifth Avenue - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bread & Cie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jamba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rail - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Abpopa Hillcrest

Hotel with a restaurant, near San Diego Zoo
Abpopa Hillcrest features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Kitchens, coffee makers, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Abpopa Hillcrest Hotel
Abpopa Hillcrest San Diego
Abpopa Hillcrest Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Abpopa Hillcrest?

Abpopa Hillcrest provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Abpopa Hillcrest?

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abpopa Hillcrest on Jun 2, 2025 start from $140.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Abpopa Hillcrest?

This hotel is situated in Hillcrest, close to San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. You'll also find Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Abpopa Hillcrest?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 25 per night.

Is a spa located at Abpopa Hillcrest?

Spa services at the hotel include couples treatments.

Does Abpopa Hillcrest include a casino at the property?

No, Abpopa Hillcrest doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Abpopa Hillcrest?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Abpopa Hillcrest a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Abpopa Hillcrest?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Abpopa Hillcrest have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Abpopa Hillcrest serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Abpopa Hillcrest allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Abpopa Hillcrest though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Abpopa Hillcrest?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Abpopa Hillcrest?

The closest major airport to Abpopa Hillcrest is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.3 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 6.9 mi away (15-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Abpopa Hillcrest?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Abpopa Hillcrest.

Does Abpopa Hillcrest have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Abpopa Hillcrest if that's in your vacation plans.

Abpopa Hillcrest Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 433 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the easy and responsive check in. Enjoyed the unique style of the room and it was filled with light and the little kitchenette. The bathroom was an odd layout but clean. Cool little cafe in the downstairs breezeway. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable area and close to dining, shopping, and more. Great hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bare bones but I’d visit again

I had difficulty getting on WiFi but finally managed it. Someone is always available by phone even though there is no desk. The parking is not gated nor does it have cameras so I felt parking was expensive for no security. It was a convenient hotel for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area for us to stay to walk everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, fort worth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge fan of Abpopa Hillcrest hotel! Great walkable location, unique rooms filled with unique art, easy check-in, nice cafe downstairs, so much too love. I hate cookie cutter hotel chains so Abpopa is definitely my cup of tea!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Sean

I found it quite noisy, I could hear people talking and content pounding on floor above! Checkin was easy and staff was helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trieu

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok

The photo on the hotel website is way far from real life. It doesn’t look like it at all. Comfort wise is ok. When we checked in I felt rush and no instructions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in SD with the most fantastic owners and cafe. Only convenient hotel within the city and within walking spots. I will definitely stay again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in SD with the most fantastic owners and cafe. Only convenient hotel within the city and within walking spots. I will definitely stay again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Timothee, Lompret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Spacious room but the bathroom is just a wall you can close, not great for intimacy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a convenient and fun place to stay for a couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed here multiple times and I love it. The larger rooms toward the top of the building have better views, but an open air bathroom situation. If you want more privacy for the bathroom, I would recommend getting a studio room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, fort worth

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, fort worth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!! The owners upgraded me to their amazing penthouse suite, which was very generous. Btw, their penthouse suite is over 1,000 sf of space with stunning 360-degree views of the entire city, kitchen, large seating area, etc. So I will always stay at the amazing Abpopa Hillcrest when I am in San Diego!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not sure what I was thinking with this one. The space was compact and clean. The beds are in a loft with about 3 feet high of space. The bed was comfortable, however. The space looks like it was cheaply built by IKEA. I was a bit disappointed in the quality. It also showed some age. There’s no sofa, just a row of 4 chairs to sit in, and you can’t really relax in the bed because of height constraints and the hike up the ladder. I should have booked a different space in the unit. Maybe that would have swayed me a bit more to the positive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modern comfortable hotel with cool vibe

We travel to San Diego for work several times a year. This was a new hotel for us to try. We loved it. A very cool, modern and hip vibe. A beautiful room. And a wonderful restaurant downstairs was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

oscar

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect for my night in SD.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard, New York

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a GREAT property, and it was in the heart of Hillcrest, which I love. And, once you walked a block or two from the hotel, it was fine. Just a bit shady around the block the hotel was on. But, I'm from NYC, so didn't bother me too much. Might be off putting to others. Rick
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAUNA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024