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CasaViva Pacifica · 2BR Sleeps 10, Firepit, BBQ, Kids Zone, by Zoo, Balboa Park

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Beach
Children’s area
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 891 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at this apartment in San Diego (North Park), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. .This family-friendly apartment is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Hotel Circle and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Petco Park.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.2 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pecs Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Baja Betty's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

CasaViva Pacifica · 2BR Sleeps 10, Firepit, BBQ, Kids Zone, by Zoo, Balboa Park

Settle into CasaViva Pacifica — a bright, comfortable 2BR in a charming 1920s craftsman that fits your whole crew (up to 10!) with a shared backyard, firepit, and the best of Hillcrest and North Park on foot. Part of the CasaViva SD collection — 11 homes on the same block for groups of any size.
-> Early check-in or late check-out for a small fee (when possible).

The Backyard (shared with neighboring units)
• Firepit with seating and string lights
• Gas BBQ grill for cookouts
• Hammock under a palm tree
• Kids’ playset with swings, slide, and playhouse — perfect for getting the wiggles out in the evening
• Borrow our sand toys or rent beach gear — boogie boards, beach chairs, coolers, and surfboards

Your Space
• 1 queen bedroom
• 1 queen bedroom with bunk bed (kids love this setup)
• 2 sofa beds in the living room
• Full kitchen with everything you need to cook
• Dining room that seats the whole group
• Smart TV, fast WiFi
• Private balcony with sunset and backyard views
• Front porch — great for morning coffee and people watching

The Details
• 1 full bathroom, recently renovated
• Window AC and heating
• Laundry in the basement (QR code payment)
• Free street parking

You’re in the Perfect Spot
• Walk to Hillcrest — brunch, coffee, restaurants
• Walk to North Park — craft beer, tacos, live music
• 5 min drive to the Zoo, Balboa Park, Gaslamp
• 5 min to MCRD — perfect for graduation week families
• 10-15 min to beaches, Mission Bay, SeaWorld

Good to Know
• Backyard is shared with neighboring units (great if your group books multiple CasaViva SD homes!)
• One bathroom for up to 10 guests — plan your morning routine
• Pet-friendly — well-behaved furry friends welcome
• Early check-in / late check-out available for a small fee

CasaViva Pacifica is one of 11 CasaViva SD homes on the same block. We love hosting reunions, weddings, and retreats for groups of all sizes — just ask!

I'm just a e-mail, text message, or call away! I can guide you through the check-in process, as well as answer any questions you have while you’re here. San Diego is my favorite city in the world, and I live for helping guests discover why I love it so much.

My neighborhood, North Park, is one of San Diego’s most historic and funky places to be. It's home to artists, local businesses, a Farmers Market, craft beer, wine bars, sushi spots, handmade ice cream, and your pick of brunch options. Guests love the Hillcrest and North Park’s neighborhood vibe. If you want a bit more, it’s just 3 miles from downtown and The Gaslamp and the Convention Center. Century-old architecture and the ringing of church bells during the day in North Park add to its historic feel. And my house fits right in!

No need to worry about a car. You have your pick of coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques just a few blocks away. Easy public transport is just around the corner, taking you to downtown and all places San Diego. Uber rides are quick and convenient, too, getting you into downtown in less than 5 minutes.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 980 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number STR-05588L, 630987

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Apartment
❤️Casa San Diego 2Bdr in North Park by Gaslamp/Zoo Apartment
❤️Casa San Diego 2Bdr in North Park by Gaslamp/Zoo San Diego

CasaViva Pacifica · 2BR Sleeps 10, Firepit, BBQ, Kids Zone, by Zoo, Balboa Park Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place to stay.

Beautiful place and neighborhood. Only draw back is parking can be tricky and a bit of a walk. Home is excellent and great communication with the host and needs. Short commute to balboa park and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sergio G.

Fine, but it could be better

The location was pretty nice. Everything was 10-15 minutes of where we wanted to go. Now, the couches looked like they could use a cleaning. Apart, from that it was okay even though we got reservation super last minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Bethany D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lack of Communication

Place is okay……the manager did not respond to any emails I sent regarding internet and missing items……they were more concerned that I leave a 5 star review…..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A., Gilbert, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Bright and Functional Apartment

My daughter loved the bright color of this home and we loved how it had everything we needed! The bathroom was the star with a wonderful spa shower. We didn’t have many issues finding parking. We had two issues when we arrived and Doreen had them resolved within 24 hours. Like most VRBO properties, there are no curtains in the bedrooms (only privacy shades), so recommend you bring your own blackout curtains if you need it very dark to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022