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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a quick walk to Waterfront Park

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Rooftop terrace
Reception
Meeting facility
Rooftop pool
Food and drink
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offers a convenient base with amenities like a rooftop terrace, 24-hour business center, cooked-to-order breakfast, valet parking, luggage storage, and free WiFi. Helpful staff and a prime location near Waterfront Park earn praise.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (King)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Queen)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barbusa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bolt Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cloak and Petal - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Hotel near Waterfront Park
Located close to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and San Diego Civic Theatre, Porto Vista Hotel Downtown provides a rooftop terrace, a hair salon and a 24-hour business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Tour/ticket information, multilingual staff and a banquet hall
  • A vending machine, concierge services and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 190 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7,700 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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 - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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 7 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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
  • Service fee: 3.0 per cent

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 19.00 for adults and from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
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

Is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 7 kg 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 at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?

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: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM.

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

Checkout 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, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and San Diego Civic Theatre. Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown Reviews

6.6

6.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 259 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 196 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 178 out of 1180 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tieng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, with awesome staff (very helpful friendly and knowledgable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the room. Comfortable bed. Great patio at the bar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good nice place and close to walk to places to shop and eat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne

Great staff & great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abagail

Liked: Amenities
Great! Clean room! Amazing pool
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! We would definitely stay again! We love staying in the Little Italy area and this location was perfect. Room was clean and service was great.
Night view of city
Great view of Bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and pretty decent place. Unfortunately the structure of the building is not very soundproof so you hear everybody walking around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pratish

Decent for the price we paid - we needed a place to crash for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

IVY

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thin walls, not very clean, hard bed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Alejandro

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel didn’t really look like how it was in the pictures, I expected way more bc that’s how the pictures made it seem. I felt like I was in a motel but at least the staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Walking distance to Little Italy and the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando Salazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was beautiful. Unfortunately, I couldn’t give this hotel five stars since the refrigerator made a really really loud noise that made it hard to rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a diamond in the rough. The staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking is difficult to find, specially during events
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walkable to Little Italy and downtown piers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so close
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was nice, and staff was friendly. The air condition in our room didn't work and that was the only down fall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For me the place was perfect. I found street parking which was free from 7pm to 11 am and the street was quiet just behind the busy walk of fame. MEL'S DINER was 60 meters away. - Charles Rahim
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My go to spot when im in SD. In the heart of Little Italy and surrounded by everything. Staff is always great and tend to get upgraded. Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ramiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good. Not great but good for the price. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

FRANK

Walkable places close by
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to little italy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staying DT and in little Italy, food options galore!!!! Hardest part was picking where and what to eat. My trip was a quick layover, got my hotel to kick feet up, possibly meet up with a friend and not stay in the airport. Id stay here again due to being DT, dinning and possibly a good night life.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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