Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Waterfront Park

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Rooftop terrace
Outdoor dining
Meeting facility
Rooftop pool
Lobby sitting area
Located in the heart of downtown, Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offers a vibrant retreat with a rooftop terrace and 24-hour business center. Explore nearby Waterfront Park, indulge in cooked-to-order breakfast at the restaurant, or unwind with luggage storage and valet parking. With free WiFi and helpful staff, this hotel has left guests raving about its excellent location.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is $128
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (King)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 9 min walk
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 27 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 41 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
  • Courthouse Station - 11 min walk
  • America Plaza Trolley Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Straw - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fillipi's Pizza Grotto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Waterfront Park. Also, USS Midway Museum and San Diego Convention Center are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes and Courthouse Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 190 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 15 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 45.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (7700 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: 4 percent

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 19.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 45.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Hotel Porto Vista
Porto Vista
Porto Vista Hotel
Porto Vista Hotel San Diego
Porto Vista San Diego
Vista Porto
Ascend Collection San Diego
San Diego Ascend Collection

Frequently asked questions

Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Porto Vista Hotel Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 15 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 45.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Waterfront Park (9-min walk) and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (13-min walk), along with San Diego Civic Theatre (14-min walk) and Port of San Diego (0.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Porto Vista Hotel Downtown like?

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is in Downtown San Diego, a short 9-minute drive from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and 9 minutes' walk from Waterfront Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.2

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

I expected a bit more, the pictures I saw about the hotel were tricky, the good thing was that the restaurants are less than 5 mins walking.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nerds an upgrade but location its really good n good price
Leticia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was ok. Good location.
Renato, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty good hotel stay in Little Italy
Niko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was very nice.
Philia A, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location and staff were great!
Susie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful view from the restaurant. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Susan, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to little Italy good location
Trina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

LOCATION
LUPE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Love the location.
Heriberto, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a very good spot for the Little Italy area! Everything is in walking distance!
Glowbug, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the location, perfect for walking around Little Italy. Clean room, yes there was an odor of chlorine or strong cleaning product but it was manageable for us.
Laura, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Rinky Dink Motel
It’s really a motel- quite run down and unattractive. Location is great- that’s about it.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Been here before , great spot.
Alexandro, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel is a good value.
Eli, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Old building but very clean !
Jean-Francois, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Melanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was perfect for the location & price.
Douglas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central location
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was perfect
Ingrid, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, staff was friendly. The AC in the room wasn't working the best. Room with 2 queens was fairly clean. The restaurant on location was convenient with a good happy hour.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was awsome and friendly we got there early and they still let us check in early they hooked us up with a good room with a balcony great hotel
Jesus, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience
Abbey Jean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

San Diego Vacation
Very good location, close to restaurants, Little Italy, SD Harbor
Juan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love they upgraded me to king size room free of charge
Ariel, 5-night trip