5 Best Vrbo Vacation Rentals In San Diego's Little Italy Neighborhood, California

Ruth Alexis
Ruth Alexis 
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Little Italy is a chic neighborhood in San Diego, California, known for its indie music venues and great Italian food. While in San Diego, visiting Little Italy is a must for any foodie, as it is dotted with great pizza joints and farmer’s markets selling fresh seafood and produce. At the same time, those looking for up-market shopping opportunities should also head down to Little Italy, where a wide range of boutique stores and luxury shopping malls are available for visitors to shop till they drop. Looking for the best place to stay during your next trip to San Diego, California? Below are 10 of the best Vrbo accommodations in San Diego’s Little Italy, that you must check out.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on November 11, 2023.

1. Stylish loft with private patio (from USD 266)

This one-bedroom loft accommodates up to four people, making this accommodation option perfect for small families and groups of friends. This quaint loft comes with access to two private patios, where visitors can have a late night drink and chat with friends while enjoying the warm San Diego breeze. Nearby, there are wonderful restaurants and entertainment spots within a short walk from the apartment.

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38 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 6 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the property has the basic amenities for a comfortable stay
parking and walking down a flight of stairs to the bathroom were less than ideal
great tv and living area
comfortable for a couple a small family or really good friends
a comfortable place for 1-2 people
Cleanliness:
the unit was clean well equipped and nicely furnished
the place was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay
new clean close to restaurants
Host:
the owner is responsive took care of minor issues immediately
property manager was extremely friendly and went out of his way to fix a couple minor issues
anthony was very helpful & easy to reach
he was very responsive and checked in on us to make sure all was great
property manager very responsive to communications and made it really easy to get into the apartment
Location:
super convenient location in a great neighborhood
loved the location as it was so close to everything
beautiful and comfortable condo located in prime location
great location easy access to restaurants and bars
you are in walking distance to unlimited food options from fine dining to casual family dining
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2. Brand new modern loft (from USD 372)

This brand-new space includes many great amenities and appliances, including two flat-screen televisions, a grill on the patio and a six-foot champagne glass for a relaxing drink at the end of a long day of sightseeing. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the essential equipment, making it suitable for guests wanting to have a quiet night in with some home-cooked food. Just a short 15 to 20-minute walk away are many key places of attraction, including the San Diego Convention Center, Petco Park and the San Diego Zoo.

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33 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 12 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
i think my only feedback for improvement is the wifi
this is such a great apartment it's very open but was fantastic for my partner and i
Cleanliness:
the level of cleanliness could be improved
it was very clean and equipped with everything we needed
it was clean and well-stocked with everything we would need
fantastic clean and easy access to everything
the place was very clean and easy instructions for check in and check out
Host:
the laundry in the garage was helpful too
anthony was a great host and is very responsive
host anthony was very nice and extremely accommodating
the host was great and the location convenient
anthony was wonderful and responsive to anything we needed
Location:
this is an ideal location of san diego
luckily good location so that redeemed the stay
property is in a great central location in little italy
we definitely stay at the location again
the location could not have been better to walk around little italy and be close to great restaurants
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3. Cozy one-bedroom loft (from USD 117)

This modern one-bedroom loft is decorated in a minimalist style and was designed by Jonathan Segal, one of downtown San Diego’s most prominent and innovative architects. A key feature of this loft is its private patio with seating and a grill, where guests can enjoy a barbecue after a long day of sightseeing. Found in Little Italy, the apartment is close to various restaurants and entertainment venues which you can explore.

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San Diego, California, United States
Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille
condo 6 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it was helpful to have the fan/a/c on though the a/c didn't seem to stay on continuously
living space is very comfortable with an outdoor patio
good thing san diego has incredible weather where you probably wouldn't need a/c very often
this loft was incredibly open comfortable & inviting
there is an open half wall loft with comfortable bed
Cleanliness:
clean and all the conveniences
lovely modern décor very clean
spacious light clean apartment with patio
we all really enjoyed our stay due to how welcoming spacious & clean this loft was
Host:
anthony is a wonderful host
the host is super friendly and helpful
we enjoyed our stay and our host was very responsive to our requests
communication with the owner was good
anthony is responsive and checked in once i arrived to make sure all was good
Location:
super apartment fab location in great neighbourhood
perfectly located with walking distance to restaurants cafes and the waterfront
the location is perfect for little italy
being only a minute walk away from little italy was just brilliant
little italy is beautiful and close to everything
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4. Cozy apartment in the city center (from USD 190)

This four-bedroom apartment is located on the first level of a detached home in the middle of Little Italy. Included in the price is a secure, assigned parking space located in a parking garage right next door. One queen bed and two twin beds are available for the guests’ use, making this apartment perfect for small families with children. A wide range of entertainment options is available within this apartment, from a pool table to a library of videos and CDs for use with the two televisions provided.

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205 reviews   Wifi Available
Apartment 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
the accommodations and hosts were great
anthony is a perfect host
anthony was so attentive to us; he checked in and made sure we had everything we needed
anthony was a very gracious and responsive host
anthony was a great host and recommended several restaurants and sights to visit
Location:
close to all the great features of downtown gaslamp district and petco park
the location itself is amazing right in little italy and walking distance to downtown
recommend staying on a saturday so you can partake in the farmers' market taking place that morning
the location was wonderful and is as described
anthony has a great place in a great location
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5. Luxury bungalow

This three-bedroom bungalow is located in the heart of Little Italy, just a stone’s throw away from a wide range of shopping and dining options. Amenities in the bungalow include free Wifi, cable television, private parking space for up to three cars and a fully equipped kitchen. An extra perk of this bungalow is its large balcony on the second story, a perfect spot for a cup of coffee in the morning.

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28 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
everything we needed to cook was in the kitchen
The beds were very comfortable
There was also mold in the blender
The bedrooms were inviting and comfortable Great kitchen
Kitchen and living room area was nice and spacious
Cleanliness:
The property was very clean
Very clean and well stocked and very comfortable
The house was very clean fresh towels for everyone and
The house had lovely decor and was very homey and inviting
The vacation rental was very clean
Host:
The information about the construction noise on the property next door is correct
They had a very pleasant outside sitting area
I was very happy with the location
I was very happy with the location
I was very happy with the location
Location:
Specially if you are from outside America that roku is not available
We walked to Little Italy several times lots of great restaurants
We walked to Little Italy several times to eat and walked to the Midway Museum Balboa Park
everything is within minutes (walking)
We also had a nice walk to the Midway Museum Balboa Park was a nine minute drive
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Delightful accommodation options

With so many amazing accommodation options to choose from in Little Italy, San Diego, it is a wonder how you will be able to pick just one option for your next trip. From luxury mansions to cozy apartments, almost all of these living options are located conveniently in the heart of Little Italy and within close distance to many key places of attraction. Be sure to check out the above 10 best Vrbo accommodation options before your next trip to Little Italy.

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