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Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 star property

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Uptown Inn by Vantaggio Suites puts guests in the heart of San Diego's cultural scene. The property sits conveniently near Balboa Park and the Old Globe Theater, offering practical amenities like laundry facilities while keeping everyone connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio West

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Studio East (Freeway Noise)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Studio East (Freeway Noise)

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  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Studio East (Freeway Noise)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Hillcrest, a neighborhood in San Diego, Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Old Globe Theater, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Mission Bay. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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819 University Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park
    Balboa Park
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Coronado Bridge at Dusk view of Coronado Bridge, San Diego, California, USA.
    Hotel Circle
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego Zoo
    San Diego Zoo
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marston House
    14 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station
    3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center
    9 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flicks
    3 min walk
  • Rich's
    5 min walk
  • Oscar's Mexican Seafood
    4 min walk
  • Baikohken Ramen
    3 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (65 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Limited-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • 20 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Construction is underway nearby with noise between 7AM to 10AM, Monday through Friday until further notice.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Return the keys
Please return keys to front desk – if you check out before 8am, please feel free to leave your keys in your room.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per day.

What time is check-in at Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel located?

Located in Hillcrest, this aparthotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and Old Globe Theater. San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 395 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 395 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 395 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 395 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 395 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heber

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean, perfect for short stays. Close to shops, restaurants, supermarkets. Great and attentive staff. Well worth the price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great hotel, the location is very nice there is a lot of good food in the area and grocery stores. The staff is super friendly and very helpful. Rooms are very clean. I have stayed at the same hotel 2 years in a row for the San Diego Marathon, and each time I have been pleased. Parking is safe and convenient, but a bit on the pricy side.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stop right in the middle of Hillcrest with all its restaurants, nightlife, and proximity to Balboa Park! Enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Baird

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. HOWEVER, their "modest studio apartment" is the smallest hotel room I have ever stayed at. There is just enough room for a queen size bed, a counter and a small stool. This is not a room to lounge and relax in. The hotel does not have enough parking for all guests. Plan on reserving a parking space in advance. All the reviews saying great value and rate the hotel 10/10 are Bots or people who need to level up to Motel 6.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great location, walkable to nightlife & restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very good value - very clean - everything necessary you need
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I had a great visit. Rooms were clean. Beautiful area. Amazing view from the patio. Polite staff. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shayna Nalani

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Small quaint clean room! Stayed in the room with 2 beds. Friendly & helpful staff. Close to everything including fun night life ! Great Location !! will stay again when i am in san diego!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was very small but very clean. Great place to stay for the short amount of time we needed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I’ve been staying at this hotel for years because I come to San Diego often for work. To be honest it was rough at first. However, the rooms and property are getting updated and the processes for parking, etc are running so much more smoothly. Further, the team is very helpful with anything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harutyun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
I had a very good experience at Uptown Inn. The front desk was very nice and helpful. The location was great fro me.There are many restaurants and cafes and clubs close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rushi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location in Hillcrest for all the LGBT bars/clubs/restaurants. They are still renovating some sections. Hotel staff were very friendly and accommodating! The beds and pillows are SOO comfortable and clean!! Great stay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisamarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Russel

Liked: Communication
The location is very convenient and close to everything, which made getting around easy. The staff were also very friendly and helpful, which I appreciated. That said, the room was quite small for the price, and the parking was expensive. Overall, it’s a decent option if location matters most, but the value may not be ideal for longer stays or travelers with a lot of luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Rooms are small, but the price and location are great. Room was updated. Kitchen has pots and pans but seems like you should source your own utensils. Freeway noise is there no matter where you are in building, so if you are sensitive to white noise, maybe stay somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eloy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Honestly very clean rooms, the staff was wonderful and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
The room was fine. No complaints. But here’s why I’m giving such a low rating - the listing says parking is available for $25 extra. I arrive and there’s no place to park to get out and check-in. Street parking around this neighborhood is dreadful. I parked in a bank parking lot temporarily just to check in, hoping I could get through the gate and park inside once I got checked in. The lady at the checkin tells me there’s probably no room to park unless I have a small car (I have a Jeep so it’s not oversized but not small). She directs me to a 24 hour lot at the end of one street over. I found no lot or street parking where she directed me and had to spend the next 30 minutes driving around trying to find parking. There’s a couple of public lots nearby but both of them had max time at 6 hours, which doesn’t work for an overnight stay. Bottom line, beware of the horrendous parking situation here. It makes the whole stay get off to a bad start.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
The hotel is just finishing up with a refit. The rooms are very small, but clean and the bed was very comfortable. The underground parking only works if you have a very small car. After several tries to get our rental SUV in our assigned spot, my husband could not get out because the spaces were so small. We were able to move to another spot that was next to a support column and so he was able to pull in a little crooked and could then get out. We were heading to the San Diego Zoo the next morning, and this was a great location for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our state was great easy to check in and out, cure building, very convenient neighborhood features, and the room was nice and clean. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was clean. Staff was helpful. Location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
staff was very welcoming and check-in/out process was easy! only thing is the walls are pretty thin so you can hear people talking in the hallway
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Room was clean and adequate. Check-in was quick and easy with on-site parking for a reasonable additional charge. There were notes about freeway/construction noise, but I didn't find them to be at all disturbing, more of a distant white noise that was drowned out by the sound of the AC if you have it on. This is a pretty basic location with a modest size room, but I'd say the price matches the amenities and is an excellent value. I will give an extra shout-out for location though. There is so much in terms of food and shopping within walking distance or a very short drive. Grabbed a late night dinner at the ramen place next building over. After staying at multiple locations in the area, this is so far the most convenient for access to Balboa Park, the Observatory (concert venue), and the San Diego Zoo. It seemed like about the same distance, but less than half the travel time given local traffic patterns.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026