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The Palms Zen Villa! Amazing Amenities & Location by Little Italy & Convention C

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Indoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Waterfront Park
    12 min walk
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego
    19 min walk
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
    2 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    10 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Palms Zen Villa! Amazing Amenities & Location by Little Italy & Convention C

The Zen Villa, The most beautiful and relaxing experience in The perfect location in The finest and most beautiful city in America!

The Zen Villa

Location: Right next to the Convention Center, Little Italy and the Gas Lamp, within ten minutes of all San Diego attractions.
Style: The most luxurious features, Multi Jet Spa Tub, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow, Posturepedic Luxury Collection matress, and more.
Comfort: peaceful and quiet with all the amenities you need.

All the beautiful spaces that you see in the photos, including of course the outdoor areas and Tub, are for your exclusive enjoyment, they are not shared with other units or guests, they are for your private use,

- - - - The Location - - - -

The Best Location: Little Italy is 0.4 miles, basically down the street, the Gal Lamp district and the Convention Center are only 1.5 miles away. Take a scooter or a bike home every single time!!


- - - - The Space - - - -

Contrasts between Restoration Hardware elements and designer pieces, metals and historic woods define the stunning decoration of The Zen Villa. It's furniture and houseware has been handpicked by professionals from the most renowned brands and designers. All this right next to the Convention Center, Little Italy, The Gaslamp and within minutes of all San Diego attractions.

The outdoor oasis with its Generalife inspired gardens and amazing hot tub is the perfect area to relax and unwind after a day of exploring San Diego, enjoy a glass of wine while listening to the water fountain tunes and connect with the feeling of Zen that this beautiful space provides.

The Zen Villa provides the best amenities like Posturepedic King-size Luxury Collection from Sealy, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillows. Enjoy a dedicated Wi-Fi network, check email, plan your trip and work from your vacation home. When you need to rest after exploring beautiful San Diego, turn on the 55-inch LED TV and enjoy one of the 300+ channels available to you or enjoy the music selection.

The entire place is professionally cleaned every single time a guest checks out and before arrival. A house keeping team of professionals washes and deep cleans everything in the house to provide the best SD Zen experience.

Other included amenities:

**All amenities are for your exclusive and private use, you are the only one with access to them.

Hot Tub
Free high speed Wifi
HD TV with 300+ channels including all premium Sport channels and networks like HBO
Muni Gold putting green
Air conditioning and heater
Iron and ironing board
Shampoo
Toiletries
Hair dryer
Washer and dryer
And much more...

- - - - THE NEIGHBORHOOD - - - -

This amazing property is located in the Banker’s Hill right next to The Convention Center, Little Italy, Balboa Park and the Gas Lamp District and within minutes of all San Diego attractions, in one of the best residential neighborhoods, truly relaxing and peaceful yet close to literally everything SD has to offer. It’s within walking distance to some of San Diego’s finest restaurants, bars, shops, Balboa Park, museums, theaters, Balboa Golf Course and many other attractions.

If you prefer to stay in for a relaxing night of cooking at home, you will find Whole Foods, Vons, Ralphs, Trader Joe's, the charming Little Italy Farmers’ Market (Saturdays) and more within a few minutes of your location. You will be within minutes of The Convention Center, the famous SD Zoo, Downtown San Diego and the exciting Gas Lamp District, the Airport, Seaport Village, Petco Park (home of the Padres baseball team), the Embarcadero, Fashion Valley Mall, North Park, Qualcomm Stadium, historic Old Town, the Marina, and many of the best restaurants, nightclubs, bars and sites in beautiful San Diego, America’s Finest City. You can also enjoy La Jolla, Ocean beach, Liberty Station, San Diego's best breweries, Point Loma, Pacific Beach and Sea World, which are only about fifteen minutes away. An amazing diversity of restaurants and cuisines is also available within walking distance of the area. You can enjoy Japanese, Mexican, American, Thai, Indian, Persian, Greek, Steakhouse, Vietnamese, Chinese, Brazilian, and more. In the morning, you can wake up and enjoy a variety of local coffee shops with tastes of Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico or India, in addition to Starbucks. There are also several pharmacies very close to the house.

- - - - Your Host - - - -

Hospitality is my passion and making your vacation unforgettable is my mission!! If there is something you need, I’m always available for you and your family. As a San Diego local, I will provide you with directions and recommendations for the best restaurants, bars and attractions.

The Zen Villa will be an Amazing and Unforgettable Experience!!!

Property manager

Ricardo
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No visitors allowed, not even for a short time, only the register guests. No unregistered pets allowed.
No music allowed in the outdoor areas at any time. Quiet hours start at 10pm inside and outside. Patio and tub hours from 7am to 10pm.
Breaking any rule will generate immediate eviction. If you are respectful of property/neighbors as if it was your own your vacation will be perfect :)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 636501, STR-03758L

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Bankers Hill, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. B Street Cruise Ship Terminal and Port of San Diego are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. Travelling with kids? Don't miss San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 2 min drive
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 8 min drive
  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 15 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moe Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Barbusa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bolt Brewery - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Palms Zen Villa! Amazing Amenities & Location by Little Italy & Convention C pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Palms Zen Villa! Amazing Amenities & Location by Little Italy & Convention C?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Palms Zen Villa! Amazing Amenities & Location by Little Italy & Convention C?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Palms Zen Villa! Amazing Amenities & Location by Little Italy & Convention C located?

This family-friendly San Diego apartment building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Waterfront Park, B Street Cruise Ship Terminal and Port of San Diego. San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 15 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

D.W. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Retreat
This is a beautiful space, the perfect getaway. I highly recommend you experience this romantic and relaxing oasis.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VERY CLEAN & Hot Tub was great!
Overall our stay was great. The bed was VERY comfortable, the hot tub was FANTASTIC, VERY CLEAN, refrigerator, dishes/cooking essentials, grill (we did not use), & plenty of bath towels provided. This is a HOUSE that has been constructed into 4 separate units. The washer & dryer is in a closet OUTSIDE your main entrance shared with other tenants. My husband said he was outside working when all the lights turned off at 10 PM which is noted on the listing. There is NO dresser or items to unpack your luggage, but we left our suitcases open on the couch. Overall, the space IS similar to a studio apartment, but the back patio is incredibly large. You will hear planes going over, BUT in San Diego, we found this to be true in A LOT of areas even when dining out. It never woke us. Parking was never an issue for us & it is street parking at $0. We felt safe in the location & it is only about a 10 minute walk to little Italy, but your return walk will be coming up a steep hill (think San Francisco hill). Would we stay again? No - only because we would prefer a washer & dryer in the unit & we would like more space to unpack. If these things don’t matter to you, this is quite the gem! Host was great - Thank you for your hospitality. PS - A note on San Diego - Do NOT stay in Gas Lamp area! This location felt much safer & it was a clean neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
The property was as described, the checkin process was seamless, and the property manager extremely helpful. A wonderful place to stay in San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great downtown getaway
The property was a welcome sanctuary from the city. It was like having our own private oasis. The check in process was seemless the property was how described if not better. The bed was like sleeping in a cloud. All of this made for a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly impressed
I have stayed in multiple vacation rentals. This is by far the best yet. The property exceeded all expectations with regard to location, cleanliness, communication, and livability. We would definitely return and recommend to anyone looking for a high quality experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott w., Grass valley, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Great location on Bankers Hill. Easy walk to Little Italy. The place was small but nice and very clean. Could just use some softer pillows.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little slice of heaven in downtown SD
We absolutely loved our stay in the little Zen Den :) everything was conveniently located just a $10 Uber right away or a walk if we were feeling up to it. We didn’t mind the airplane noise by the time bedtime rolled around, we were exhausted anyway!! There was one time we needed to reach out to the property manager, and he was prompt with his response and dealt with everything immediately we couldn’t of been happier ! we would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing jewel in the perfect location
My wife and I stayed for a week and we absolutely loved it. Extremely clean upon arrival. The patio with the Hot tub and outdoor TV were perfect to grill and relax with a glass of wine after exploring SD, the kitchen was stocked with everything you need, great internet, super comfy bed and bedding, high end appliances and washer dryer. AC, plenty of parking every time. Amazing communication with management, clear access information. Perfect location 5 minutes to Little Italy, Balboa Park, the Convention Center, Bay Front Park, gas lamp. Amazing restaurants and spots walking distance. Will definitely recommend 5 star property and will for sure stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Italy Stay
We had a fantastic time at this condo! It was a little bit smaller inside of the condo than the photos would have implied (the patio had plenty of room), but there was more than enough room in the end and we loved staying here. Ricardo was very informative and responsive when needed, which was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sonia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Banker’s Hill Stay
Washer and dryer were not available during our stay, located over the flight path which is very noisy but great amenities with a delightful courtyard
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very nice studio and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little get away !
This cute little place was perfect. Very comfortable for two people.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Literally the best place I've ever stayed
This place is incredible and Ricardo is so on it. Every detail of this spot is thought out and SO on point. It's super clean, has all the amenities you would want and they are really quality, the outdoor area is beautiful and private, and the hot tub is awesome... can't say enough things about it. Look no further just book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun getaway!
Enjoyed staying at this cute studio for the week for birthday celebration! Check in process very easy and thorough instructions about the property in email. Enjoyed the hot tub, bed comfy, full kitchen, and very clean. Unfortunately it rained most of the time we were there. But would definitely come back! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Zen location was great
We loved the location and the ability to get to other locations quickly. Unfortunately, it rained and cut down the locations we wanted to go to, but we enjoyed even the solitude we got and the rest and recuperation we also received. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Absolutely loved the distance to little Italy restaurants
Great place, very quaint. It’s very. Code to the airport so if you don’t like the sound of planes, might not be the place for you. I love listening to the planes so it will definitely be a repeat booking for me! Loved the board games that came with the place for a relaxing night on the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage, perfect for a couple and dog!
We had a wonderful experience, place is just as described, if not better. Clean, cozy and quiet. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

GJ J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
We had a great and quiet stay. The laundry, kitchen and outdoor area were perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

mary b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location but noisy
Great location. Small unit with no place for suitcases except for the floor. We didn’t use the hot tub but it looked nice. I hated hearing the planes which were every few minutes. Beware there are two steps up to the bathroom which can be tricky at night
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

lionel a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick, easy process. Awesome location and property, clean and relaxing.
Amazing.. Quick, simple and great all around. Easy process. Awesome location. Thank you Ricardo, will do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
I had a great stay and would stay again. The unit was very clean, well-equipped with modern features, and very comfortable. The yard with hot tub is an amazing bonus! It's also located in a great area, Bankers Hill, which is very close to restaurants, coffee shops, and popular San Diego destinations, like Balboa Park, Hillcrest, Little Italy, downtown San Diego, and the airport. It's location behind a beautiful, historic San Diego home is also a great feature. Rick, the property manager, is also very friendly, accessible, and responsive.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanya E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy
I loved it, super welcoming and cozy. Loved everything about it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!
The studio was excellent and had everything we needed. The best part was the location - it was walking distance to the water, great restaurants, Balboa Park, and much more. It was also a treat to jump into the jacuzzi after a long day of walking! Thank you, Rick!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
A wonderful little spot in SD! Close to all the downtown things. Very well appointed and cared for. A lovely spot I would use again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Excellent location. Right by everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ricardo

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Hospitality is my passion and making your vacation unforgettable is my mission!! If there is something you need, I’m always available for you and your family. As a San Diego local, I will provide you with directions and recommendations for the best restaurants, bars and attractions.

Why they chose this property

Location: Right next to the Convention Center, Little Italy and the Gas Lamp, Balboa Park, within ten minutes of all San Diego attractions.
Style: The most luxurious features, Multi Jet Spa Tub, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow, Posturepedic Luxury Collection mattress, and more.
Comfort: peaceful and quiet with all the amenities you need.

What makes this property unique

Location: Right next to the Convention Center, Little Italy and the Gas Lamp, Balboa Park, within ten minutes of all San Diego attractions.
Style: The most luxurious features, Multi Jet Spa Tub, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow, Posturepedic Luxury Collection mattress, and more.
Comfort: peaceful and quiet with all the amenities you need.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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