Kirra Villa Named One of the Best Airbnbs in San Diego by Condé Nast Traveler, Four Years Running

We have some exciting news to share. For the fourth year in a row, Kirra Villa, part of The Carmine Collection, has been named one of the best Airbnbs in San Diego by Condé Nast Traveler.

The recognition comes in Condé Nast Traveler's guide, "27 Best Airbnbs in San Diego for Your Next Sunny SoCal Stay," updated in February 2026. The editors chose each listing based on Superhost status, ratings, amenities, location, decor, editor stays and guest reviews. Kirra Villa stood out as a spacious group stay in the Mountain View neighborhood, with a lush backyard, string lights, a hammock and an outdoor bathtub.

Why a Condé Nast Traveler Feature Matters

Condé Nast Traveler is one of the most trusted names in travel. It's known around the world for its Readers' Choice Awards and Gold List, and travelers rely on it to separate the great stays from the merely good ones. Its editors review thousands of rentals, so making their San Diego list once is an honor. Making it four years in a row tells you the experience holds up, season after season.

For guests searching for the best Airbnb in San Diego, that consistency matters. It means a place has been vetted for design, comfort and the kind of experience that turns a trip into a story.

The Story Behind Kirra Villa

Kirra Villa is a labor of love for my partner Joe and me. Together we own and run The Carmine Collection, a boutique group of design-led San Diego stays.

Joe leads the construction and interior design, and his eye is behind every detail, from the 1920s Spanish bones to the boho styling and The Birdcage speakeasy. I focus on the guest experience, hosting and growing the brand. As a San Diego realtor, I also know the neighborhoods our guests are exploring, and we want every stay to feel like a local's version of the city.

Four years of Condé Nast recognition belongs to Joe's design work, our cleaning and maintenance team, and every guest who has left a review. We're grateful to all of them.

Inside Kirra Villa

Kirra Villa is a 1920s Spanish-style home with a boho feel, reimagined for modern group travel.

• Sleeps up to 10 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
• Private hot tub and an outdoor cast iron clawfoot tub
• The Birdcage, an Art Deco speakeasy lounge (available for an additional fee)
• Gated backyard with an outdoor lounge and TV
• Fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, and private parking for two cars

A Central San Diego Location

One of the best things about staying in Mountain View is how close it is to everything:

• 7 minutes to downtown San Diego
• 8 minutes to the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park
• 12 minutes to the airport and the beach

That makes Kirra Villa a strong choice for bachelorette weekends, family reunions, friend trips and anyone who wants a San Diego vacation rental with a hot tub and room for the whole group.

Book Your Stay

Planning a trip to San Diego? See photos, availability and rates for Kirra Villa on The Carmine Collection website.

If you're curious how Joe and I approach design and hosting, read why our Airbnbs keep getting featured in Condé Nast and The Plum Guide.