Porto Vista Hotel Downtown
1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is a 3.5-star independent hotel located in downtown San Diego, positioned within walking distance of the city's major attractions. A short 9-minute walk leads to Waterfront Park, while Balboa Park is 13 minutes on foot. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and San Diego Civic Theatre are both less than a mile away. San Diego Airport is 2.5 miles from the property.
The hotel contains 190 air-conditioned rooms, including 18 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator, flat-screen television, and pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is provided in all rooms, along with cable programming. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests have access to a 24-hour fitness center and can enjoy views from the rooftop terrace. The property features one on-site restaurant offering cooked-to-order breakfasts daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (fee applies). Additional amenities include concierge services, a hair salon, free WiFi, a 24-hour business center, 7,700 square feet of conference space across two meeting rooms, luggage storage, and coin laundry. The hotel is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout. Parking is available with valet service (surcharge); an electric car charging station is on-site. An ATM, safe-deposit box, and professional multilingual staff support guest needs around the clock.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Dogs only are permitted in guest rooms, with a maximum of two per room (not to exceed 40 lbs total weight) at $60 per night; service animals are exempt from fees. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms.
Location & nearby attractions
Waterfront Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
San Diego Bay - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Balboa Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Maritime Museum of San Diego - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
San Diego Civic Theatre - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Port of San Diego - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
New Children's Museum - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Navy Pier - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
USS Midway Museum - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Seaport Village - 2 km / 1.2 mi
San Diego Convention Center - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Old Globe Theater - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
San Diego Museum of Art - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18.5 km / 11.5 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 30.5 km / 19 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 42.6 km / 26.5 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 52.9 km / 32.9 mi
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
2.5 miles from SAN airport / San Diego Airport.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Convenient valet parking is offered in our underground garage. Our valet staff is friendly and professional. Valet parking includes in and out privileges.$55.00 per night.
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- 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. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- Pet policy - dogs only, no cats. Initial charge of $60 per night. Maximum number of pets per room 2, not to exceed maximum total weight of 40 lbs. Pets are not allowed to be left alone in the room.
Fees & policies
- You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $100 per accommodation, per stay 2.5 percent destination fee will be charged Service fee: 3.0 percent We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $19 for adults and $15 for children Valet parking fee: $55 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $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.
Know before you go
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown located?
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is located at 1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA, US.
What attractions are near Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Waterfront Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi San Diego Bay - 1 km / 0.6 mi Balboa Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Maritime Museum of San Diego - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi San Diego Civic Theatre - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Port of San Diego - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi New Children's Museum - 1.6 km / 1 mi Navy Pier - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi USS Midway Museum - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Seaport Village - 2 km / 1.2 mi San Diego Convention Center - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi Old Globe Theater - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi San Diego Museum of Art - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi The nearest airports are: San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18.5 km / 11.5 mi San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 30.5 km / 19 mi Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 42.6 km / 26.5 mi Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 52.9 km / 32.9 mi
Does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offer parking?
Convenient valet parking is offered in our underground garage. Our valet staff is friendly and professional. Valet parking includes in and out privileges.$55.00 per night.
How do I get to Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
2.5 miles from SAN airport / San Diego Airport. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
At Porto Vista Hotel Downtown, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
What amenities does Porto Vista Hotel Downtown offer?
Porto Vista Hotel Downtown features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Parking.
What are the rooms like at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
Make yourself at home in one of the 190 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Is Porto Vista Hotel Downtown pet-friendly?
Yes, Porto Vista Hotel Downtown is pet-friendly. Pet policy - dogs only, no cats. Initial charge of $60 per night. Maximum number of pets per room 2, not to exceed maximum total weight of 40 lbs. Pets are not allowed to be left alone in the room.
What fees should I know about at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $100 per accommodation, per stay 2.5 percent destination fee will be charged Service fee: 3.0 percent We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $19 for adults and $15 for children Valet parking fee: $55 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $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.
What should I know before staying at Porto Vista Hotel Downtown?
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Parking height restrictions apply. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).