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Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 star property

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A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A modern reception area with a stone counter, a blue carpet, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A modern kitchen with a wooden accent wall, a built-in TV, a white countertop, a sink, and a green chair.
A modern bathroom with a white vanity, a mirror, a black desk lamp, and a blue chair.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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819 University Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Studio West

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a floral wall mural, a window with a view, and a white bedside table.

Queen Studio West

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Studio East (Freeway Noise)

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Studio East (Freeway Noise)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Studio East (Freeway Noise)

A bedroom with a large bed, a window, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a tropical mural.

Queen Studio East (Freeway Noise)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Studio East (Freeway Noise)

A neatly made bed in a room with a wooden headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, and a red chair.

King Studio East (Freeway Noise)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

A 24-hour fitness center, self parking, and laundry facilities are available at this aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Each apartment offers free WiFi, a refrigerator, and a Smart TV with digital channels. Additional amenities include a stovetop, free bottled water, and a shower. Housekeeping is available on request.
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and shared/communal kitchens. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
During your stay at Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel, you'll be within walking distance of Balboa Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. This budget aparthotel has 20 apartments. Free WiFi and a Smart TV are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a Smart TV, a refrigerator, and a stovetop
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Balboa Park and a few minutes from San Diego Zoo
As a guest of Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel, you'll find a 24-hour fitness center, laundry facilities, and an elevator. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego aparthotel.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (165 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • 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 centre
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Uptown Inn
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio Suites
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel San Diego
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel Aparthotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 427 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 427 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 427 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 427 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 427 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cenaida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The hotel was clean and staff was very nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronen Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location love the pillows
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I loved my stay and the room was great along with staff ⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
I had a great stay here, it was quiet and the neighborhood is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Great location and great service. Clean rooms and good value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Uptown inn a great place to stay when your in San Diego, CA
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Enjoyed the stay great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Efficient room, great location, especially for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love this place. Location, location, location. Great restaurants and shops in easy walking distance. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heber

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Small rooms, but very nicely distributed and equipped with all needed for a comfortable stay. Very nice front desk staff, always willing to please. I was pleasantly impressed and I will definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean room check in was smooth pretty close to a lot of things had a great view to the city
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The room is really small, but if all you need is a place to crash over night to explore the city.. it's a good place. 10 minutes from downtown San diego, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Ronen Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Near Scripps parking cost worth it
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARIA ALEJANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It was a like a second home, and the location is the best!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was very basic, spartan room. There is a shared kitchen with cooking facilities. There is a good coffee shop very close.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

6/10 Okay

Tariq

Liked: Check-in, communication
Central location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Basic room and very small space bathroom hotel has very limited service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Afia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It is a clean place to stay and budget friendly. Unfortunately the noise from the road can make it hard to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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 review

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed only 1 night. Check-in only took 5 mins. Staff were friendly. Property is located in the heart of the Rainbow community. Felt safe. Only issue was the water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
No complaints here! Easy check in and the man I think his name was Luke was very nice and welcoming! The area has EVERYTHING you need! Walkable and enjoyable. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aric

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Rooms are small, it’s fine for one but for two plus luggage it could be a bit much. Area is very walkable and safe. Perfect for a weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Angel

Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pictures look better than the actual place, rooms are small.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026