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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Waterfront Park

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Food and drink
Meeting facility
Reception
Rooftop pool
Rooftop terrace

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, USS Midway Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

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

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite (Two Queens)

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

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll find Waterfront Park and Balboa Park. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and San Diego Civic Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 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
  • ‪Bolt Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

3.5-star hotel near Waterfront Park
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 7700 square feet (715 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Porto Vista Hotel Downtown. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 190 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 7700 sq ft of conference space
  • 715 sq m of conference space
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offers 190 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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 business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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: USD 60 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 15 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown to the airport?

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is 2.1 mi (9-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown on Apr 28, 2026 start from $145, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown.

How close is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown to the beach?

This hotel is 6.8 mi (14-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 7.2 mi (14-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 19.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 55.00 per night.

Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown have a pool?

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown does not have a pool.

Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown to downtown San Diego?

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is 0.7 mi away from San Diego.

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 268 out of 1261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 176 out of 1261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 152 out of 1261 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and went out of the way to make our stay top-notch. We had a small issue which we waited until late to notify the front desk. No problem! There was a maintenance worker on duty who quickly resolved the issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

MARTIN, MARINA DEL REY

Business traveler
Room was sufficient without any extras. Not even a bottle of drinking water! Water vending machine only took quarters and was old and used. Credit card machines at check in were also broken? Seems no real pride of ownership? Immediate bombardment on email to visit their restaurant to buy breakfast! Not the classiest stay, but like i said, sufficient!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, neat place to stay. Rooftop hot tub and bar were great perks, amazing location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff went out of their way to help, and the room was very clean and cute
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean and safe environment
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water pressure is very low, the toilet takes 2 flushes each time, and the fire alarm went off in the morning and no offer of compensation or credit for the inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

James, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I chose this hotel for a one night stay before taking a cruise. Its location is fantastic! I took the city bus from the airport and walked an easy ten minute walk to the hotel. It’s across the street from the heart of Little Italy. It’s a fifteen minute walk from the waterfront/the cruise terminal. The hotel has a fun beach theme. It feels like a glorified motel, particularly because each room opens onto an outside hallway. It’s more funky than fabulous. For the price and location, the hotel was a great choice for my one night. If I were staying in town longer I would look for a nicer place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here frequently and I’m always happy with our room with the service and the staff is very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very kind....all of them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Arturo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Reserved 2 rooms for my family and my in-laws. One room was flooded. Food is good at their restaurant but super slow. The night bartender very cool and good customer service. But the white guy in the morning very cold, missing alot of options from menu. No kids menu. And customer not great. We still game 20% tip plus on table tip. Remember PARKING is $55-85 a night.... AND THE WORST EXPERIENCE was sleeping i hr out of the WHOLE NIGHT, BECAUSE ECHOO ON THE FLOORING IS BAD, PEOPLE SCREAMING AT 1AM, 2AM, 3AM, 4AM, & 5 AM... NEVER AGAIN... THE ONLY GOOD THING WAS THAT LITTLE ITALY IS LIKE E MIN AWAY, AND LOTS OF RESTAURANTS.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Clara

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Close to everything. Walkable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean rooms and centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and very friendly staff!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Room was spotless, front desk was amicable, and I forgot I left food in the fridge. Place is HUGE! With a RESTAURANT! Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corbin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025