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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Property class: 3.5

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A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging lanterns. - Porto Vista Hotel Downtown (San Diego)
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a glass-enclosed structure. - Porto Vista Hotel Downtown (San Diego)
A rooftop bar with rows of chairs and tables, overlooking a cityscape with high-rise buildings. - Porto Vista Hotel Downtown (San Diego)
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a TV screen, and a bar counter with glasses and a cash register. - Porto Vista Hotel Downtown (San Diego)
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract painting. - Porto Vista Hotel Downtown (San Diego)
Located close to Waterfront Park and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, Porto Vista Hotel Downtown provides a rooftop terrace, a hair salon, and an outdoor entertainment area. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a small table.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a wooden dresser, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a bathroom with a mirror and toilet.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a glass partition.

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a single orange chair.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a sink.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a bathroom with a mirror and toilet.

Studio Suite (Two Queens)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT SEA VIEW ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT DELUXE WITH VIEWS

  • Sleeps 10

About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is in Downtown San Diego, a walkable area in San Diego with good airport proximity. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Balboa Park, while Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and San Diego Civic Theatre are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a water fountain area, and people enjoying the park.
    Waterfront Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic building with ornate architecture and a reflective pond with lily pads.
    Balboa Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A large artificial tree with pumpkins and autumn leaves.
    Port of San Diego
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A naval ship docked at a port with a city skyline in the background.
    USS Midway Museum
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station
    8 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    14 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mona Lisa Italian Foods
    5 min walk
  • Shake Shack Little Italy
    5 min walk
  • Morning Glory
    4 min walk
  • Kettner Exchange
    5 min walk
  • Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 15 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 2.5 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Service fee: 3.0 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 19.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 55.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 15 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 60 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 55.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

What time is check-out at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Waterfront Park, Balboa Park, and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. San Diego Civic Theatre and Port of San Diego are also within 1 mi (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 11 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 273 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 132 out of 1386 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really Liked this spot! Super cute great restaurant with great views, rooftop pool and outdoor theatre were retro and cool. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but the location was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for walking distance to get around Little Italy, and Gaslamp quarters. Even a nice walk a long the water front to seaport village. Property was very clean and the front desk folks were absolutely amazing. So helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and conveniently located near plenty of Little Italy restaurants and events.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, dog friendly, staff super helpful, close to all the bars, and excellent bartenders.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Velvet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. They were very helpful and always with a smile. The staff at the Glassdoor were great also. My room was clean. I loved the rooftop cinema. Nice view of the bay from the balcony (rooftop). Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed your front desk staff. The room was clean. Restaurant staff could be friendlier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, clean room, and excellent breakfast. Love how close was to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Nancy

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Room was clean! Location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean Valet was busy but great Staff is very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean hotel, staffing and everyone at front desk was supwr friendly. Easy valet parking… would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and helpful, the hotel does give a bit of a motel experience but if you aren’t interested in amenities then this is the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ABEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is by far the best hotel I’ve stayed at… perfect location in Little Italy where all the fun is..came with a regular size fridge, large microwave, and electric stove.. super quiet beautiful rooms..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slow elevator and the overnight parking b is expensive. Room was nice and clean but bit noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was conveniently located to many eateries as well as the waterfront. The staff was accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent last minute find!! Great location, easy to get around on foot, parking was a little tricky but fixed and staff was super helpful!! 10/10 and highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I traveled to San Diego for a conference, but did not want to stay in a conference hotel. Porto Vista is a lovely local hotel, not fancy, perfectly situated in little Italy near all of the best restaurants. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mirna Yamileth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a minor issue with my room but I notified Erwin and he was very professional and prompt in fixing the problem, the location was great, amenities were great and the local walking distance market was nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and helpful the whole trip. We did go to see the movie night and it was very spacious and had lots of seats.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights in a (cozy) queen bed room. Location cannot be beat and staff were great. Pool was tiny but the common areas were nice to have a drink and lounge. Rooms could use a paint job but for what I paid, it was a good deal in Little Italy. If all you’re looking for is a no frills room in the middle of everything, this is your place. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026