1,520 reviews
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$1061835 Columbia Street, San Diego, 92101, California, United States
1,520 reviews
1/84
Restaurant
Free wifi
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy is a 3-star stay in San Diego, California. Located at 1835 Columbia Street, the hotel sits about 0.6mi from the city center, placing guests within easy reach of downtown attractions. With 1,520 reviews, this property offers a starting rate from $106 per night.
Featured amenities include free Wifi, air conditioning (free), a 24-hour front desk, elevator, non-smoking rooms, and wheelchair accessibility. On-site perks add a restaurant, bar, sun deck, and terrace, plus a fitness center (free) for workouts before exploring the neighborhood. For added convenience, Private Parking (extra charges) and Parking On Site (extra charges) are available, while Pet Friendly (extra charges), Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges), Golf course (extra charges), and Massage (extra charges) carry additional fees.
Located in the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego, California, this hotel offers convenient access to downtown with the city center about 0.6mi away. Facilities include a sun deck, terrace, bar, and restaurant, plus practical touches like a 24-hour front desk, elevator, and non-smoking rooms.
On-site dining includes The Glass Door, a Mexican restaurant served in a family-friendly, modern setting. A bar awaits for a post-dinner toast, and the sun deck and terrace offer mellow spots to take in the Little Italy vibe as the city lights come alive.
Practical travelers will appreciate a 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and non-smoking rooms for a comfortable stay. Parking options include Private Parking and Parking On Site for an extra fee, while pets are allowed on request with potential charges. Meeting/Banquet facilities, massage services, and golf options are also available for an added fee.
A wide array of rooms and suites caters to different itineraries, from Classic and Deluxe options to suites with Bay View or City View. Some suites even offer balconies, providing a scenic perch to unwind after a day of exploring San Diego.
Closest airports
San Diego International Airport
1.8miGeneral Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport
16.9miMcClellan–Palomar Airport
28.7miRestaurant
Free wifi
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
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Studio, King Size, Sofa
1 Sofa Bed
1 King Size Bed
465 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free WiFi, this air-conditioned studio features a flat-screen cable TV, a work desk and a coffee machine. It includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
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Superior, 2 Queen Size Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
335 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free WiFi, this air-conditioned superior room features a flat-screen cable TV and a coffee machine. Rates are based on 2 guests. A maximum of 4 guests can stay in this room. Please refer to the policies for fees that will apply for additional guests.
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
170 sqft
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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This air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen cable TV, a work desk and a coffee machine.
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Business, King Size
1 King Size Bed
300 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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x3
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Featuring a large work area complete with a secure laptop safe, this air-conditioned room includes tea and coffee-making facilities, a flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi.
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Suite, Queen Size
1 Sofa Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
495 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Suite Queen Size Bed
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Queen Size Beds
280 sqft
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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2 Queen Beds.
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Deluxe, King Size, Balcony
1 King Size Bed
355 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x4
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x3
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Accessible Room
2 Queen Size Beds
335 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Accessible
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Deluxe, 2 Queen Size Beds, Accessible
2 Queen Size Beds
330 sqft
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Deluxe Two Queen ADA is 269 square feet and includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width.
King/Queen Room
1 King Size Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
280 sqft
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Standard is 280 square feet and includes either a queen-size bed 150-154 width or a king-size bed 150-183 width.
Classic, King/2 Queen
1 King Size Bed
2 Queen Size Beds
280 sqft
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Classic is 280 square feet and includes either 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width or a king-size bed 150-183 width.
Deluxe, 2 Queen Size Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
330 sqft
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Deluxe Two Double Beds
6.3
1,520 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Elisabeth
10
January 2024
Although this was clearly a budget hotel, the location and particular staff members were amazing. Little Italy is the place to stay in if you're looking to stay in downtown San Diego, especially at this hotel which is right next to India Street. Michael and Clayton were receptionists who were very friendly and helpful during our stay - you could tell the rest of the staff was normal/kinda bad but we love Michael and Clayton. It may be right next to the airport, but if you go to the rooftop terrace, there's a beautiful view of the city.
In our first room, we had very loud plumbing, but as soon as we told Michael and Clayton about it, they upgraded us to one of their suites and we had no problems there. It also wasn't the cleanest hotel or had the best facilities, but you can tell they care more than your average budget hotel. I would honestly stay there again.
Susan
8.2
May 2025
The location was perfect. Great restaurants around, close to the church where the wedding occurred that we were attending and the walkability was also supreme. It was the weekend of the Little Italy Art Walk-very fun!
After our first nite we did not have cold water(hard to shower with scalding water). Our air conditioner also was not working. However both of these issues were fixed after reporting these issues a few times during the day. There was also toothpaste/water that was spit on the wall (they obviously missed) close to the sink. LWe reported this several times and were finally comped a room clean and gave us a free breakfast. However the cleaners failed to remove this drool on the wall-gross.
Geoffrey
8.2
November 2024
Reception was friendly and helpful. We were able to check into our room early, which enabled us to make the most of our afternoon. A beeping smoke detector was fixed with 5 mins of asking. Additional coffee for the coffee-maker was instantly provided with a smile. We were pleased to have paid a little extra for a better room when we booked, and much enjoyed the room and the view. 10min walk from the station, very close to the vibrant cafes, bars. and restaurants of Little Italy and close just a few mins walk to the seafront and the very good Matitime Museum.
The only morning we had breakfast, a Sunday, service was frustratingly slow. While adequate, the breakfast was not the best
Karen
8.2
October 2024
We stayed in the Cabrillo Suite. It was very spacious and overlooking Little Italy. The suite had a pull-out couch, standing shower & a tub. Felt very homey and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. Location of the hotel is amazing, especially if you plan on staying in the downtown area of SD. Lots of great restaurants around!
The valet for the hotel also valets for the restaurant on the 4th floor of the hotel, so it can get pretty full quickly leaving guests to have to park in other lots making it inconvenient. The bed was moderately comfortable but very bouncy and springy.
Roel
8.2
August 2024
The location is prime, in the heart of Little Italy, close to everything.
The staff were rude and unreliable. We asked the night staff for late check out by an hour. He was on his smoke break, so he wrote down the two rooms we are staying at and said he will put it in the system. At 11 AM, the housekeeping started knocking on our door, we told her that we have a late check out and she said no you don’t. We called the front desk and they said there was no note about the late check out, but the front desk staff was accommodating and gave us the hour we requested. Unfortunately, the housekeeping lady had different agenda and kept knocking at our doors amd threatened to charge us an extra day for not leaving the room. We reported the housekeeping staff to the front desk upon check out.
Cesar
8.2
July 2025
It’s was convenient. Close to highway’s entrance, in the midst of Little Italy, and a lot of restaurants/ coffee shops around. Transportation nearby for ComicCon. Staff was accomodating and pleasant. The manager event allowed us to store our luggage in an office to accommodate us, greatly appreciate it.
Minor things, like no big trash bin In our room, rooms are not all that great but they are clean And decent.
Torres
9.1
November 2024
I liked that the views of the sun going down were amazing. The rooms were clean and the lighting in the rooms were really good. I would recommend booking a regular room and not booking the suit room since the bed is way smaller.
I didn't like that the bed seemed like a full sized bed instead of the king size bed I had booked. I also didn't like the female with the red head working at the reception area. She was super rude and dismissive when we were both checking in and checking out as well.
Paul
9.1
April 2024
I liked that the area was really great and it offered a great value and had amenities I didn't expect at this price point. I sort of felt like a VIP!
The people next to my room seemed a bit unhinged? Had a dog that would bark if it saw or heard me in my room or patio so I ended up not using it. Also the older woman in the room was shouting at either the dog or someone a lot. And lastly the dog would scratch at the door when I'm guessing she was away, which sort of shook the floor in my room, but I was so tired that I thankfully knocked out, but i would imagine the hotel would want to be on top of that, but maybe nobody Else complained for them to notice.
Violeta
8.2
March 2024
Location! Basically in Little Italy! Close to dining, pet friendly, has a pool, and hotel restaurant. Restaurant has a bit of a view. Bedding very clean as were towels. Plenty of pillows that were comfortable. There’s a vending machine. Some fun areas to sit/see art on display are available. Staff was helpful. Has a chill relaxed vibe.
It’s a bit less fresh than last time. The room and closet had a slight odor maybe from being closed off? Also the “nooks and crannies” could have been more clean like shower corners. Not enough soap provided. Dispensers in shower we’re empty but, they did have small shampoo and conditioner bottles on counter. Pet fee is high! Should be based on size or something. No view from room.
Robert
8.2
July 2023
The location in Little Italy was very convenient for attending the conference at the Convention Center and being close to great (mainly Italian obviously) food options.
Although there was a sign that they are not cleaning the rooms except on request I had the impression they randomly did “something” - like one day making the bed, another day changing towels but not cleaning the bathroom, another day taking away the towel without replacing it (there was still a spare one). I also had an issue at the gym for which I had the impression nobody bothered to trying to solve it. And one day we didn’t have water and didn’t receive any feedback from the reception what they are doing about it.
Attractions
Embarcadero
0.3miOld Globe Theater
1.1miSpreckels Organ Pavilion
1.1miMingei International Museum
1.1miEl Prado
1.1miSpanish Village Art Center
1.3miInez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
1.4miLiberty Station
2.9miPoint Loma
4.4miMission Beach
6miPacific Beach
6.9miSunny Jim Sea Cave
10.4miMuseum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)
10.5miHeritage Park
16.3miCarlsbad Village
31.2miAttractions
Embarcadero
0.3miOld Globe Theater
1.1miSpreckels Organ Pavilion
1.1miMingei International Museum
1.1miEl Prado
1.1miSpanish Village Art Center
1.3miInez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
1.4miLiberty Station
2.9miPoint Loma
4.4miMission Beach
6miPacific Beach
6.9miSunny Jim Sea Cave
10.4miMuseum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)
10.5miHeritage Park
16.3miCarlsbad Village
31.2miAirports
San Diego International Airport
1.8miGeneral Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport
16.9miMcClellan–Palomar Airport
28.7miThe Glass Door
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Free wifi
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Golf course
Happy hour
Temporary art galleries
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Food & Drink
Bar
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
ATM on site
Baggage storage
Concierge
Express check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Hair/Beauty salon
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Parking On Site
Private Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Back massage
Beauty services
Couples' massage
Fitness
Fitness center
Foot massage
Full-body massage
Hair coloring
Hair treatments
Haircut
Hairstyling
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 55 per day.
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
3+ years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Mastercard,
American Express,
Discover,
Diners Club,
Visa
This property does not accept cash.
Is it possible to stay with my pet at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
Yes, you can stay with your pet at the Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy. The hotel allows pets, but it is important to note that charges may apply.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
The designated check-in period at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy begins at 03:00 PM. As for check-out, it's before 11:00 AM.
Is there parking at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
Yes, parking is available at the Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy. The parking is private and located on site. It costs $55 per day and does not require a reservation.
What are the rates at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
For stays at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy, prices generally start at $106. However, your final rate might differ due to room types and date selections. To know the exact cost, specify your dates.
Which room categories can I book at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
The hotel offers a variety of room types including Queen Rooms, Business King Rooms, Queen Suites, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, Superior Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, Deluxe King Rooms with Balcony, and King Studios with Sofa Bed. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The occupancy for the rooms ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 3 adults and 2 children. Bed sizes vary depending on the room type, with options such as Queen size beds, King size beds, and sofa beds.
Where can guests find entertainment in Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
Guests at the Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. For guests who enjoy golfing, the hotel features a golf course where they can spend their time indulging in their favorite sport. The hotel also offers a bar where guests can unwind and enjoy a drink or two.
Fitness enthusiasts can make use of the fitness center, which provides various fitness options. Additionally, guests can relax and soak up the sun on the sun deck.
For those seeking pampering and relaxation, the hotel has a hair/beauty salon. Guests can indulge in a range of massage options including full-body, hand, head, couples', foot, neck, and back massages. The salon also offers hairstyling, hair coloring, haircuts, hair treatments, and other beauty services.
When it comes to dining options, guests can savor delicious Mexican cuisine at the hotel's on-site restaurant, The Glass Door. With a family-friendly and modern ambiance, guests can enjoy a memorable dining experience during their stay.
Does Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy have on-site restaurants?
Yes, the Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy does have a restaurant on site called The Glass Door. This restaurant offers family-friendly and modern ambiances, and serves Mexican cuisine.
Can I use my credit card at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy?
Yes, you can use your credit card at Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy. The accepted credit card payment methods include Diners Club, American Express, Mastercard, Discover, Visa, and UnionPay. However, cash payments are not accepted at this hotel.
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