Abpopa Hillcrest

Never going back.

The rooms were amazing! Super close to everything. I will be staying here again!

The staff support was amazing. My room was clean and comfortable. My room had lots of windows and I enjoyed the ocean breeze. The restaurant in the lobby served a great Latte.

The micro-loft concept is unique, modern, and thoughtfully designed. The only thing worth mentioning is that climbing up to the loft bed can be a bit challenging in the middle of the night if you need to use the restroom, so it’s something to keep in mind. That said, it was a small tradeoff for an otherwise enjoyable stay. Overall, I found Abpopa Hillcrest to be a great value in an unbeatable location, and I would happily stay there again on my next visit to San Diego.

The pictures of the room we selected were not an accurate representation of the room we were given. The pictures show a loft and we received a small 1 floor bedroom. The bed was uncomfortable with a big dip in the center. The restroom was very small definitely not made with tall people in mind. The room was clean overall but the carpet did look dirty. At night we could hear people screaming out on the street it was a bit unnerving . The building was in a convenient location given its a short drive to most popular places.

Such a great place. Great location and responsive and kind staff!

One ofy favorite hotels in Hillcrest. I don't think I ever stay here and don't love it

Great spot to stay! Right in the middle of all of Hillcrest’s hotspots. Easy check-in with staff / hotel dog, who felt more like a friendly neighbor. The lobby turns into a breakfast spot at 8AM so grabbing a quick bite and coffee before heading out is a must. The hotel is also next to a public parking lot, which saved us a headache using SpotHero for the entire weekend without issue.

Unfortunately, I didn't feel the hotel justified its price of more than $240 per night (plus $30 for parking and other fees). I stayed in a loft room and would not book that room type again. The stairs are steep, and the handrails felt loose. The bathroom, hidden behind a movable wall, along with the toilet and shower, felt more like a hostel than a boutique hotel. The room showed noticeable wear, including chipped paint and scratched walls. There were no hangers provided, and the pillows were thin and lacked support. Sleep was disappointing. The wall-mounted air conditioner was loud and had a musty odor, and the shades were not true blackout curtains, allowing streetlights into the room all night. Combined with street noise, I didn't get a restful night's sleep. If you're driving, I recommend paying for the on-site parking since street parking is limited. I also noticed unhoused individuals in the adjacent parking lot and alley during my stay. I like the hotel's modern Scandinavian-inspired concept, but it feels as though maintenance and guest comfort haven't kept pace with the design. With some updates and better attention to detail, this could be a much stronger property.

Second time staying here and had a really nice time. Lots of nice bars and restaurants near by.

Staff was great, I got assistance with parking since I had no idea where to go. The room was smaller than I expected and im 6'2" but it wasn't a deal breaker. Great location with 711 nearby for midnight snacks.

The hotel staff and property owners were very friendly. And the cafe attached to the hotel was amazing. Loved that they made their own jams and bread fresh. It was very aesthetic. Will be booking again my next San Diego trip

We had an awesome time and amazing stay. Highly recommend!

Gooseberries cafe downstairs makes this place enjoyable and a unique dining experience

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The staff working at the cafe downstairs was amazing!! My room was spacious and comfortable. Absolutely will stay here again!

Good location and nice cafe on the ground level. Quite noisy and a bit cramped of a room design.

The staff was super awesome, personal and accommodating.

Thanks again for everything

Excellent location with amazing staff and management team.