Porto Vista Hotel Downtown San Diego (Adults Only)

$$$$||View on mapSan Diego, United States1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101|
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Porto Vista Hotel Downtown San Diego (Adults Only)
1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101·View on map
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Overall Score
Nice
6.9Nice
Highest Rated
Location8.8
Free WiFi8.4
Staff8.1
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.4
Cleanliness7.3
Value for money7.0
Facilities6.9
Who stays here
Couples37%
Families26%
Solo18%
Groups15%

Overview

Overall Score
Nice
6.9Nice
Highest Rated
Location8.8
Free WiFi8.4
Staff8.1
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.4
Cleanliness7.3
Value for money7.0
Facilities6.9
Who stays here
Couples37%
Families26%
Solo18%
Groups15%

Adults-only boutique hotel with rotating art installations and a rooftop pool overlooking San Diego Harbour

Rooftop & Pool

The rooftop lounge at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown San Diego features a heated mini-pool with spa jets and panoramic views of San Diego Harbour and the airport. Sun loungers and beach chairs are available on the open-all-year rooftop, enclosed by a fence for safety. The pool area also serves as a venue for happy hour events at the adjacent Glass Door Restaurant & Bar.

Dining

The Glass Door Restaurant & Bar on the 4th floor offers handcrafted cocktails and specialty drinks with a daily happy hour overlooking the harbour. Culinary offerings emphasize local and sustainable cuisine, with wine/champagne options available. The restaurant also provides breakfast service for guests.

Rooms & Art

Each contemporary room at Porto Vista Hotel includes a cable TV, safety deposit box, and work desk, accessible via open-air exterior corridors. The hotel features daily art exhibitions and rotating art installations throughout the property, reflecting an artistic theme. Select rooms offer balconies with views of the city or harbour.

Location & Transportation

Porto Vista is located in Downtown San Diego's Little Italy, steps from the neighborhood's bustling dining and nightlife scene. A complimentary shuttle service transports guests to key destinations such as the San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. The County Center/Little Italy Trolley Station is an 8-minute walk, and the B Street Cruise Ship Terminal is less than 2 km away.

Business & Pet-Friendly

The hotel offers multiple meeting rooms with modern amenities for business travelers, plus a business center with fax/photocopying. Pet-friendly options are available for guests traveling with animals, and ADA-compliant rooms provide accessibility features like toilet grab rails. An on-site fitness center with cardio equipment, weights, and a flat-screen TV is open to all guests.

  • Location: Little Italy, 8-minute walk to trolley station, 2 km from cruise terminal
  • Rooftop: Heated mini-pool with spa jets and harbour views
  • Dining: Glass Door Restaurant & Bar with local sustainable cuisine
  • Rooms: Contemporary rooms with rotating art installations
  • Business: Multiple meeting rooms and business center
  • Audience: Adults-only boutique hotel for couples and business travelers
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 19.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Spanish, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:190
Former name
porto vista hotel in little italy (adults only)
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Rooms and availability

Studio
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds1 Double bed
One-Bedroom Queen Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
Junior King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Rooftop pool

Spa and relaxation

Beauty treatment

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Beauty treatment

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Bay view
  • With view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Essential information about Porto Vista Hotel Downtown San Diego (Adults Only)

💵 Lowest room price 86 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 3.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport San Diego International, SAN

Location

1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Monument
Little Italy
180 m
Square
Piazza Basilone
170 m
Monument
Influx Cafe Little Italy
140 m
Restaurant
Heartsleeves Coffee
150 m
Restaurant
Napizza
210 m
Restaurant
Caffe Italia
190 m
Restaurant
Bolt Brewery
240 m
Restaurant
Not Not Tacos
220 m
Restaurant
Pappalecco
350 m
Restaurant
Shake Shack
270 m
Restaurant
Lofty Coffee Little Italy
270 m
Restaurant
Devil's Dozen Donut Shop
350 m
Restaurant
Jack in the Box
360 m

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FAQ about Porto Vista Hotel Downtown San Diego (Adults Only)

Which popular attractions are located near Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel?
You can always visit USS Midway Museum, placed 1.9 km from Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is San Diego Zoo located 2.5 km away.
What is the closest airport to Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
San Diego International airport is located within a 5-minute drive (5 km) from Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can take advantage of private car parking.
Are there any dining facilities close to this attractive hotel?
Best restaurants near this attractive hotel include Shino Sushi + Kappo and Romesco Mexiterranean Cocina, placed 50 meters from the property and approximately 200 metres away respectively.
Can I eat breakfast at the 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the attractive 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel?
Guests of the attractive 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at the 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
The prices at the 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy start from $365.
What payment methods are accepted in this attractive hotel?
Payment methods in this attractive hotel include:
  • сash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel offer?
The 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel offers such room types as Standard King Room, One-Bedroom King Suite, and Standard Queen Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the attractive 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel?
Blackout curtains, an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning as well as harbour view are available in some rooms of the attractive 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy hotel.
Is this attractive hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, this attractive hotel provides rooms with accessible facilities and wheelchair access to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Which facilities are provided in the 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
The 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy includes such facilities as a cash machine and a lift, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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