San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 8 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 14 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 23 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 32 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 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 just a 5-minute drive from San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park. Also, San Diego Zoo and Port of San Diego 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
Hotel size
190 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 15 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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
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 34.00 for adults and USD 28.0 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 8-minute drive from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and 17 minutes' walk from B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown Reviews
Reviews
6,2
Good
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6,6/10
Cleanliness
7,2/10
Staff & service
5,8/10
Amenities
6,0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6,8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
17 December 2024
Angelina
Angelina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
06 December 2024
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
Laura, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
27 November 2024
i asked the front desk about 3 different times if i could get a blanket for my bed and i just gave up after it wasn't done
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 November 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Lydia
Lydia, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
23 November 2024
Rinky Dink Motel
It’s really a motel- quite run down and unattractive. Location is great- that’s about it.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
23 November 2024
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 November 2024
Verified traveller
4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2024
Syreeta
Syreeta, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
11 November 2024
The door wouldn’t open or close without slamming it and didn’t fix it! And then they charge another fifty dollars for parking
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
10 November 2024
Pedram
Pedram, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
07 November 2024
Awful no service , no lock on doors, no cleaning , dirty rooms, wrong hours , broken lamps/ fridge ,
Jesse Ray
Jesse Ray, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
06 November 2024
The bed sheets were turned inside out, there was no blanket, no TV except for paid channels that you had to use your login to watch. The shower was wet when I got into the room.
Horrible experience and I won't be going back.
Corine
Corine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
01 November 2024
Nice location but not so nice room
The location was amazing but the room was not clean. The location was very walkable to nice restaurants, shops and nightlife. The room was similar to a motel 6 inside. The bathroom was filthy and the shower clogged up every time a shower was taken.
Brandy
Brandy, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 October 2024
George
George, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
20 October 2024
Don’t stay here!!!
Hotel falling apart. We were told you had to request room cleaning and clean towel service. Requested everyday for 5 day stay and didn't happen until we put all the dirty towels and bag of garbage on checkin desk. Only 1 of 3 ice machines worked in hotel. Fridge in room broken. $45 per day to park don’t know unless search hotel.com site, not easy to find.
Shawnelle
Shawnelle, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
08 October 2024
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
07 October 2024
Smell
I booked this place as it looked nice in the photos but they were misleading. This place felt more like a motel than a hotel. One thing that stood out was each room was smelly and musky. We changed three rooms and decided to cancel our reservation and found another hotel.