Located in Pacific Beach, this apartment is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Mission Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk. The apartment includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
Mission and Pacific Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Pacific Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Crystal Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Mission Beach Boardwalk - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Thrusters Lounge - 8 min walk
The Barista Botanist - 11 min walk
Oscar's Mexican Seafood - 8 min walk
Froggy's - 10 min walk
Taco Surf - 7 min walk
About this property
Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!
Experience the best of beach living at my property, located in a bustling neighborhood filled with great restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions. Enjoy exploring the city scene or relaxing in your comfortable and stylish space. Perfect for solo travelers or small groups, my place is the ultimate home away from home in the heart of the city. Book now and get ready to experience all the excitement and culture of this vibrant urban neighborhood!
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number 624443, STR-05759L
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this apartment?
This apartment is situated in Pacific Beach within a 10-minute walk of Mission and Pacific Beaches, Pacific Beach, and Tourmaline Surfing Park. You'll also find Mission Beach and Mission Bay within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!?
No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.
Is this apartment associated with a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each apartment and a kitchen in some.
Are there hot tubs at Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!?
No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this apartment offer breakfast?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.
Are there connecting rooms at Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!?
No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 10.7 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 14.1 mi away (25-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!?
No, you won't find apartments with balconies at Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA!.
Steps to Sand, Foodie Land! PURA VIDA! Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Tami Y.
Aug 14, 2025
Tami Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Christina T.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Last minute booking for a soccer tournament. Great location. Place was small, which I expected. Sheets for sofa bed were not readily available. Surprisingly sofa bed was pretty comfy. Not enough coffee cups for more than 2 people. Other reviews have complained about noise so I shut all windows and used the ac unit which worked.
Christina T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marissa U.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Walk!
Cannot beat the location! Plenty of street parking around the rental. No loud guests or neighbors. Had some initial difficulty with check in, reached out to Adam and he immediately responded, resolved the confusion and was so kind!
Marissa U.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Bo K.
Jun 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Noisy and not meeting expectation
The pictures looked okay and the location sounded good. The actual condition of the unit was a bit of a letdown. A movable AC in the living room vented through a window and attached with blue painters masking tape looked pretty bad (not shown in pics). The unit had holes and nails in the walls left from previous curtain rods and things hanging on the wall. Some of the picture frames were falling apart. We were unable to roll up/down the blinds in the kitchen (strings broken/mechanism not functional). Overall the unit seemed like it had received a quick makeover after somebody moved out, to make it passable for VRBO rental - including an abundance of fake flowers.
Street parking was available, and unit had a toaster + coffee maker — though we were surprised to wake up and find no coffee or tea (we would have brought these had we known).
We could have lived with the above, but the host failed to mention that this unit is noisy! A note on the door told us to call the host if neighbors were too noisy (which they were, playing loud music most of the day and when returning home at 3am from the bars). The bedroom faces a busy street; with single pane windows we might as well have been sleeping on the sidewalk - we would hear every single car and bus speeding by. Morning surfers arrived at 5am, parked their cars out front and spoke loudly while preparing to hit the waves (good for them, bad for us).
Maybe we should have been clued in by the white noise machine in the bedroom and
Bo K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel P.
Nov 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We enjoyed our stay. The property is in a great location! We were within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, etc. The host was super responsive with any requests or questions that we had.