Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Waterfront Park

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Rooftop terrace
Meeting facility
Food and drink
Rooftop pool
Reception
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

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • 24/7 front desk
  • 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
$119 nightly
The total price is $138
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (King)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Highlights

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

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

Highlights

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

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

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

  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barbusa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bolt Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frost Me Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 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, Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum 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.

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 (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 55.00 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
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

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

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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 55.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 55.00 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 17 minutes' walk from Port of San Diego. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.6

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Bed
Parking
Shower
Bathroom
View
Elevator

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay!
Alex, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Worth what you pay

Hotel was nice but hate paying for parking but....it is what it is.
Francisco, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Valet parking was easy and fast but expensive at $55 the breakfast vouchers that we received because we were checked into the wrong room initially provided only a limited breakfast of eggs toast potatoes and a meat choice. The Rooftop Bar was great the service was good and the rooms were okay also.
Fred, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little spot. Will visit again. Only negative is how slow their elevator is, especially since they only have 1 in the lobby. They do have a second one if you’re not on the top floor.
Teresa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall very good, except for slow lobby elevator and slow drain in bathtub.
Dennis, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Rust on shower amenities staff friendly yes there were shops and lots of restaurants didn’t see or was I told about did see when I booked advertisement was a little misleading
Jennifer, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

good location
MA CATALINA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Walking distance to Little Italy and the bay.
Francisco, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was a nice hotel the room was just very small. It was nice cause it was near little Italy. But the parking was incredibly expensive. We paid $110 for 2 days. Also we booked this hotel for the pool and when we saw the pool it was so small. Definitely disappointed.
Monique, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Walkable to Little Italy and downtown piers.
Gary, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Parking is by valet only and very expensive. Rooms have outdoor entry, which I did not notice from the photos. While the room was redone and very clean, I would have liked that to be more obvious from the photos. It's a safe neighborhood, but the corridors are quite dark at night.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Walkable places close by
FRANK, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice choice if you don’t want to spend a lot.

Very nice boutique hotel. Staff was friendly the hotel was clean, bar was open late enough to grab a drink after the game and it’s 1 block up from the Little Italy strip with tons of restaurants and places to grab a drink. We walked to Petco park, it’s a pretty decent distance maybe 20-25 min walk, but doable to avoid paying an outrageous price for parking near the stadium.
Holly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lots of things to do near by
Jasmine, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Is accesible to place do you wanna go

Is look nice in picture but is not good place
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location location location
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was very welcoming
Mary, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

While the hotel, in general, was average, the location made up for it. Right in the heart of little Italy with endless dining and shopping options.
Devi, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Parking was way too expensive $55 a night. Our room had no air conditioning and their c/c machine weren’t working. Front desk was very rude, trying to blame us (our bank) for the problem when we tried to use 7 different credit cards (5 different banks)
Mari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property great location
Yanik, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

This place went to hell and is now dated and dirty. The front desk people are nice but they’re a crew in charge of a sinking ship
Anthony, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent quality and cleam
kevin, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Convenient to Little Italy and walking distance to Embarcadero. Rooms were dated and bedding sub-par. Restaurant/bar was just ok. But overall, decent value.
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location

Loved the location of the hotel. Super fair prices and front Desk staff is super nice n friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
Jose, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wish I didn’t have to pay for valet to park , but it’s San Diego and charge you for everything. Great hotel And excellent staff
thomas, 1-night trip