Family-friendly holiday rentals in Downtown San Diego

Lydia was a very responsive host and was really easy to communicate with. We were a little skeptical because we knew we would be staying on the property where she lived with her family and were worried about privacy but the cabin is very private and although we naturally bumped into Lydia and her husband a few times, they did not spend any time out their back yard (where the cabin is located) for the duration of our stay so we had the place and the yard pretty much to ourselves which was great. We didn't realize how far away we would be from shops and restaurants. It is about a 20 minute walk to the nearby town so we did spend a lot of money on ubers but that was our own fault for not doing our research beforehand. Overall Lydias place is very clean and had everything we needed for our stay, she even had some stuff in the fridge and cleaning products which was really convenient. Thank you Lydia for a lovely stay.

We enjoyed our stay with our 2 kiddos. Easily walkable to the beach and restaurants (Azucar is a MUST for coffee/pastries) and it was awesome having the wagon and beach chairs. Hot tub was great.

The hot tub was a fantastic way to close out our evenings. The location was walkable to Ocean Beach, however beware of the “hike” back after an evening out! Those hills can be a doozy!

The VIEWS!!! Absolutely breathtaking. We could’ve spent the entire trip just soaking in that ocean view—it was seriously next-level. From sunrise to sunset, it was pure magic. We absolutely loved Kate’s place and Kate herself! She was the best host we’ve ever had. The property was beautiful, peaceful, and had such a fun, quirky charm that made it feel like a hidden gem. The bed was insanely comfortable, the robes were perfectly cozy, and the coffee? Delicious. The art supplies and hot tub facing the ocean were truly to die for—I didn’t even want to leave to explore San Diego because I was so content right there. We slept with the back door open to hear the waves crash all night long and let the ocean breeze in. The neighborhood felt super safe and had such a great vibe. We already know we’ll be back to see Kate every year. No doubt about it.

Sean's place was exactly as he described, a perfect respite. Been coming to San Diego for years to visit family and hands down this place has the best parking options I have ever experienced in SD. Plenty of easy street parking within feet of the unit and up and down the short city block. A true rarity in SD, even had spots open on garbage day. Super quiet street and neighborhood too. We'll be back.

The space was perfect for our family. Great sized full and clean kitchen even though we didn’t need to use it a lot. Lots of space for us and our 3 kids, and we appreciated the toys and baby high chair+pack n play! The kids really enjoyed the back yard space. We only saw the neighbors in passing so the space was basically all ours during that time. Hosts were very friendly! Location was close to everything we needed. No issues with the street parking. We would definitely stay again!

This place is small but you can't beat being able to park at the house and walk to the beach and a multitude of places to eat. There is plenty of items to entertain kids so was great for our family.

Zapher was a great host. He was very friendly and proactive in communicating and his dog is also very sweet if you are a dog person :) The property is beautiful and very quiet. The house itself is comfortable and has very interesting architecture and design. Great location very close to Balboa Park and Old SD.

The accommodation is just like the photos and what is described; quiet, clean, close to all the areas of interest in San Diego. We had a small problem on our first day, but Minh responded and resolved it immediately. He was always attentive to making our stay as pleasant as possible. I would definitely stay at her house again. Thank you for everything, Minh.

I really enjoyed staying here. It's on a canyon, which provided a great view and a nice breeze and was very quiet. We had our little dog with us and he loved being able to explore the yard. It's a great location in La Jolla / North PB. It's at the top of my list for my next trip to San Diego.

I very much enjoyed my stay. The apartment was in a great area and I was able to walk to the two main events I came to town for. Lots of other good restaurants and shops nearby in walking distance as well. Camila was very helpful and responsive at all times. The apartment was very comfortable and clean and the neighborhood is very nice. Would love to stay here again!

Charming Airbnb in a very quiet neighborhood. Great communication from the hosts and nice treats and a bottle of wine to welcome us. Street parking was a little tight, but we always found a convenient space nearby. Would definitely stay there again.

Anthony’s apartment was just what I needed for my adult son and me. 2 twin beds in the living room worked well as another bedroom without the cost of a 2 bedroom. The kitchen is small but had all we needed to make bfast in the mornings. Helpful to have a parking spot in back and washer dryer in unit. I really enjoyed the location next to an urban park, pretty neighborhood for walks, and short walk to restaurants and coffee shop. Anthony was super helpful when we arrived.

David is exactly what the reviews said about his responsiveness. My family and I can say this was our best experience ever in San Diego. We felt at home and this experience made it easy for my wife and I to conclude that when traveling with our young kids, we would be better off reserving an airbnb with a great host like David. Thank you once again for your hospitality, David.

We had a wonderful stay at this cozy little cottage! The space was thoughtfully stocked with common personal care and household items—perfect for those little things you might forget while traveling. We also really appreciated the extra touches like snacks and coffee, which made us feel right at home. One of the best parts was how accommodating the hosts were to our fur babies—it’s always a relief to find a truly pet-friendly spot. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and welcoming stay!

This air bnb was the best place we could have stayed in San Diego. It had everything we needed and there were so many thoughtful touches. All I wanted was a Southern California beach vacation and Kristen had all of the gear we needed for that. We went to several beaches during our stay and it was about a 30 minute drive to every beach we went after waiting out morning rush hour traffic. Her backyard was my favorite part of our trip as we love watching sunrises and sunsets and it was so peaceful with great views. There is a lot of natural light in the air bnb as I didn’t understand initially there are solar tube lights throughout the unit which I thought were really cool. The air bnb is in a safe and quiet neighborhood and is a convenient location. The bed itself was very comfortable and we enjoyed being able to cook meals with a full kitchen and be able to do laundry. I would definitely will return when back in San Diego.

We are so grateful to have been able to stay at Gwynn's place, it is so peaceful and lovely. Like a secret garden getaway. We loved all the small touches, and beauty of the space. Gwynn made us feel very welcome and comfortable! The pool is amazing and the outdoor spaces are delightful. Can't wait to stay here again.

Our stay in San Diego was truly unforgettable, and I owe so much of that to our incredible host. From the start, she was kind and flexible—working with us to adjust our booking after unexpected rain changed our plans. When we finally arrived, she went above and beyond for my daughter’s belated birthday celebration. She surprised us with beautiful decorations and even gave my daughter the sweetest birthday gift. It honestly touched my heart to see how thoughtful she was. The space was cozy, clean, and filled with good energy—perfect for making memories during a weekend that meant so much to us. If you’re thinking of booking, don’t hesitate. You’ll be in great hands with a host who truly cares. Thank you again for everything!

Great location and the house had everything we needed. beautiful home, nice decoration and really nice view from the jacuzzi.

I cannot even begin to describe how wonderful our stay was! Greg and Leslie made us feel right at home, and it was such a treat to stay in such a historical home!! the tub was wonderful, the views were beautiful to wake up to, the home was well stocked with treats and coffee, i could go on and on! we were able to walk to restaurants that were just a few blocks away (i am 7 months pregnant and the walk was a breeze). parking is great, the pool was amazing and relaxing. everything was amazing. would highly recommend

I had a great time staying at Thelma De La Paz’s place! The space was cozy, very clean, and exactly what I needed for a comfortable stay. Thelma was a wonderful host - polite, welcoming, and super responsive to any questions I had. Highly recommend!

Wow, what a perfect haven for our San Diego stay. The space is cozy and beautiful, the pool pristine and the views stunning. The quickest drive into the city, and returning each night feels like a restful retreat. Such responsive and kind hosts, we hope we can come back to this peaceful retreat again soon!

We had a lovely time celebrating graduation and Father’s Day at Teresa‘s AirBnb! It was very spacious, had a full kitchen, and all the amenities we needed for the perfect visit. The location is perfect, with plenty of places to dine & shop! And Teresa was very quick in responding to messages! We can’t thank her enough for being the perfect host!!

Amazing stay and very well decorated unit with beautiful view. The place feels very cozy and homey and it has everything that you need. Will definitely stay there again