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 | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Panoramic Room | Living area
Interior detail
Panoramic Room | Living area

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
  • Place, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, UC San Diego Health
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Studio, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio

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

Premier Studio, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Honeymoon Penthouse, Bay View

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

Studio, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Studio Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Design Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 Port of San Diego. This 23-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Scripps Coastal Medical Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • UC San Diego Health - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.4 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

  • ‪Amore Caffe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jamba Juice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rail - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Vecindad - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poké Chop - ‬2 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.

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.

What's there to do around Abpopa Hillcrest?

This hotel is situated in Hillcrest, close to San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and Port of San Diego. You'll also find Petco Park and Mission Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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.

Does Abpopa Hillcrest have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book 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.

Reviews

Abpopa Hillcrest Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 568 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

natascha

I absolutely LOVE this place. It’s my second time staying. The room are
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

tracy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was unique with loft, the bed comfortable and clean and [my] AC was working well. (Met other guests who were in a unit with no working AC). The windows were failing with condensation between the double pane, obstructing view. The furniture was very stained - so much, I wasn’t comfortable relaxing on them. Cobwebs, garbage in the upper corner of the room. Walls, ceilings and window coverings were marred with scuff marks or liquid stains of undetermined origin. Shower curtain had black mildew stains. No bathroom sink, so all hygiene routines happened at the kitchenette, stainless steel basin. 3 spoons and 2 knives provided in kitchenette. Lots of nightly foot traffic in the elevators by single fellas~ This place had potential, but I will not be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fun and unique studio apartment. The cafe downstairs is great and the location is very convenient. The bed was uncomfortable and the bathroom is not great if traveling with more than yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesse

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i stayed in the split level cabin stylish room, excellent walkable hillcrest location. we booked for 1 night and extended for another. a few things to be aware of in advance if you’re a couple considering staying in the unit 1. the length of the bed barely fits in the space so if you’re on the far side u can get around the bed but just barely (maybe 6-9” of free space) 2. the bathroom is suboptimal — unnecessarily tiny and open at the top and only has a tiny eco sink above the toilet. the main sink i used was in the kitchen. with the design, bathroom noise travels so unit really much better for a single than a couple or good for a couple that doesn’t care 3. the picture of the room that i saw showed a desk but our room just had a narrow table big ebnough for the flat screen tv sitting on it, so i repurposed the living room table as a desk for my computer despite some of the issues with the bed space and bathroom design, it was a great value for a really stylish unit in a great location. for the right people, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot to be in the heart of the city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dimin, Newark

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shantelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was contactless but painless and convenient. This isn’t how conventional hotels are but I like it for what it is. It’s close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid like the plague.

I really WANTED to like this hotel, as it’s independent and eclectic. Sadly, it’s the second worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. The rooms are utterly impractical. There is no closet, and not even hooks and hangers. There is a single “overcoat” hook by the front door. There is no bathroom. The toilet and shower are in the living room behind a moveable screen. There are two sets of steps (two steps each), one leading to the galley “kitchen” (just a counter, sink, mini fridge, microwave, and a few cupboards. The last set leads to the bed, which takes up the entire landing. The bed is ridiculously low, making it very difficult to get up from it, and the mattress was very uncomfortable. If you have ANY mobility issues, this is a death trap. It’s very easy to fall. The promotional materials don’t reveal the full impractical nature of the rooms. Hotels.com should de-platform this hotel, and the hotel should be investigated for ADA issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Micah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Long Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk worker Paul was very nice and respectful & overall was a excellent and fun room for the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vivian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Close to everything

Great tiny little hotel next to everything in the Gaslamp area of San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

6/10 Okay

Serena

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

Cute but….

This is a cute hotel however you can tell that it was refurbished from a old apartment building. Although it was a spacious room there really wasn’t space for a woman to properly get ready. I had to do my make up in the mirror that was above the kitchen sink. The bed was very uncomfortable, although the sheets were comfortable, but it did not have a boxsprings. So you felt every single metal from the bed-frame. Outside there were multiple drug addicts hanging in front of the building and next-door at 7 eleven. Parking was not explained. We parked on the street. We did not get a ticket thank God.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, fort worth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love my stay at Abpopa Hillcrest, one of my favorite hotels! Great location and hotel is stylish with great art
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Seda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not sleep at all!! So much noise outside the windows! Trash truck started at 5am. From 3-5am it was gang cars playing reallly really loud music. I even recorded it. The chairs in the room were filthy dirty with stains.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025