We stayed for a month in Heather's studio apartment. Unfortunately, because of an unusual amount of rain and cold weather during our first two weeks, we spent more time in the apartment than we'd planned, and it started to feel a little cramped. It's a fine space for shorter stays, or for someone planning to be out and about most of the time.
The kitchen is small, but has everything you need to cook. A heads up, though, dining is a little cramped, with only a desk that serves as a little table for two. There's plenty of closet space and the bathroom is perfectly fine. The full size day bed is VERY comfortable, and thus works well as both bed and sofa.
The location is great. We loved being in a walkable neighborhood with shopping, good restaurants and bars all nearby. It's only about a 2.5 mile drive downtown and it's just blocks to Balboa Park.
Heather was a great host. She's very communicative without being intrusive. She's very friendly and has a lot of local knowledge and suggestions for things to do and places to go. When we had a problem with the garbage disposal, she responded immediately and had it repaired the next morning.
Hilltop Studio is a great value in a good neighborhood, in a city with expensive lodging.