Set near Hotel Circle, Abpopa Hillcrest is a welcoming retreat. Enjoy in-room WiFi, conference space for events, and unwind with coffee or tea in the lobby. Discover cooked-to-order breakfast options at the restaurant or explore nearby San Diego Zoo.
San Diego Convention Center - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
Balboa Park - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 15 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 26 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 35 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 42 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Urban Mo's - 3 min walk
Number One Fifth Avenue - 4 min walk
Jamba Juice - 3 min walk
Poké Chop - 2 min walk
Amore Caffe - 3 min walk
About this property
Abpopa Hillcrest
When you stay at Abpopa Hillcrest, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Hotel Circle and San Diego Zoo. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Port of San Diego are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 25 per night)
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (1200 square feet)
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Kitchen
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 25 per night
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Abpopa Hillcrest Hotel
Abpopa Hillcrest San Diego
Abpopa Hillcrest Hotel San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does Abpopa Hillcrest offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Abpopa Hillcrest does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Abpopa Hillcrest?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Abpopa Hillcrest?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 25 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Abpopa Hillcrest?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near Abpopa Hillcrest?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Abpopa Hillcrest have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker.
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Abpopa Hillcrest Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2025
Great place to stay!
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
Close to everything
Great tiny little hotel next to everything in the Gaslamp area of San Diego.
David
David, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jul 2025
Great option to hotel chains
Great little spot with friendly staff who were always willing to help. Beds was comfortable, water pressure in the shower was great. Would stay again
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Unique and homey, perfect for 1 night stay
Cute quirky little place. The loft with the low ceiling was kind of fun and whimsical. Great price for the location
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Jun 2025
Decent
Decent place to stay. Felt a bit like a hostel but served the purpose I needed for biz travel
Lindsey
Lindsey, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Jun 2025
Eclectic hotel in Hillcrest area. Nice folks. Had a bit of trouble with the wifi
Bill
Bill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jun 2025
Loved it
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2025
Location
Orlando
Orlando, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Hillcrest perfection
Was absolutely wonderful. Amazing cafe in the lobby
Willard
Willard, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 May 2025
Beautiful view on top floor
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 May 2025
Simple person less check in and clean, unique room layout. Overall good for the one night.
Kyle
Kyle, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
16 May 2025
Smaller than pictures show but ok for one night.
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Great area for us to stay to walk everywhere.
Erick
Erick, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2025
Great location in hillcrest to walk to bars and restaurants
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr 2025
Good location in Hillcrest area
Constantine
Constantine, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Apr 2025
Terrific hotel stay.
Lovely hotel. Highly recommend. Very modern and comfy. However, reserve at the hotel site, not on ho els dot com.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jan 2025
This was a convenient and fun place to stay for a couple of days.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2025
last minute overnight in hillcrest
I was going out downtown and wanted a close stay but that had onsite parking as I didn't want to leave my car downtown overnight. Abpopa was the perfect place. $8 uber to anywhere you want to go. abpopa was charming, staff was present and friendly and helpful, room was cozy and quiet and clean. I slept great. Lots of good food right outside the front doors. Great spot can't wait to go back.
roslyn
roslyn, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Jun 2025
The property manager was cool but the room was a little dirty
Anthony Jerry
Anthony Jerry, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Always a great experience staying at Abpopa!
Levi
Levi, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Huge fan of Abpopa Hillcrest hotel! Great walkable location, unique rooms filled with unique art, easy check-in, nice cafe downstairs, so much too love. I hate cookie cutter hotel chains so Abpopa is definitely my cup of tea!
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
This place was perfect for my night in SD.
oscar
oscar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Great stay in SD with the most fantastic owners and cafe. Only convenient hotel within the city and within walking spots. I will definitely stay again. Highly recommend.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Jul 2025
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.