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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Waterfront Park

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Rooftop terrace
Rooftop pool
Outdoor dining
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (King)

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

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 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 Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. San Diego Civic Theatre and Port of San Diego are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.1 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

  • ‪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

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 rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff 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 coffee/tea makers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 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

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • 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: 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

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.
  • 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 250.00 per stay
  • Service fee: 4 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
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. 

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 Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown on Jun 3, 2025 start from $139.73, excluding 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

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 256 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 208 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 205 out of 1174 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

marlene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was notified that hot water was going to be turned off in 35 minute.

10/10 Excellent

Yanik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Olegaria

You have to park on street or pay for valet parking and deposit is very high more than I might stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Valeria

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sterling

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Marvin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quite and safe not to crowded
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are pretty basic, ours overlooked the garage so was quite noisy. Most the rooms seem to be like that. Quite thin walls! Didn't visit the pool or restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noisy fridge. Noisy walkway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leticia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nerds an upgrade but location its really good n good price
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil Edwin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except the heater didn't work and it was a cold night. Maintenace got the heater to work but it was stuck on high and the room got REALLY hot. Had to change rooms at 4:30 AM. I've stayed here at least 4 times, and this is the first complaint. I like the Little Italy area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with partner
Manager was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milkias

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel, Hawthorne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Able to walk to little Italy restaurants, breweries, coffee shops
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Baldwin Park

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Andy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room cleaning was not thorough
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025