Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy

Hotels
6.9 (1628 reviews)
1835 Columbia Street , San Diego , US

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor maintenance
Excessive pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
4.61
Multiple reviews mentioned dirty rooms and poor maintenance.
Service
8.58
Staff was friendly and accommodating, resolving issues at checkout.
Location
9.62
Consistently highlighted as a best feature in most reviews.
Room Quality
6.07
Had mixed remarks; some rooms were spacious but often outdated.
Amenities
6.6
Some amenities reported as lacking or not functioning properly.
Value for Money
6.56
Some guests felt the price was excessive for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
7.61
On-site restaurant was mentioned positively, but overall lacking details.
Overall Experience
5.58
Mixed feelings; some positive elements overshadowed by serious issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 15:25

Property Description

Stunning Views and Modern Comforts

Panoramic Bar and Contemporary Rooms: Enjoy breathtaking views of San Diego Harbour and the airport from our bar. Relax in our modern rooms equipped with free WiFi, cable TV, and work desk.

Delicious Dining and Happy Hour: Indulge in great views and specialty drinks at The Glass Door Restaurant & Bar. Don't miss out on our daily happy hour specials for a perfect evening.

Fitness and Convenience: Stay active at our on-site gym with top-notch cardio equipment and weights. Conveniently located near public transportation and popular attractions like Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience? Book your stay at Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy now!

Important information:

Please note: Happy Hour is offered 5 days a week 16:00 - 19:00.

Rooftop Bar open 7 days a week 16:00 - 21:00."

5 or more rooms booked on a single reservation will be subject to a deposit from the property. Please contact the property for more details.

Pets allowed upon request. Please contact the hotel for details.

Room rates are based on 2 guests per room. Please see hotel policies for extra person charges.

A valid credit card is required at check in for incidental charges and to establish credit. The hotel does not accept cash or pre-paid cards.

Please note, there is a pet fee of USD 60 per day. Dogs only. Pets can weigh up to 6.8 kilograms.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 1628 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.61
Service: 8.58
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 6.07
Amenities: 6.6
Value for Money: 6.56
Food and Beverage: 7.61
Overall Experience: 5.58
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Jeffrey • family_with_children • us
5
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • us
3
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • us
3
Not great for the price
Pros:

The roof and location are nice

Cons:

I stayed on the second floor. The walls are paper thin so you can hear everyone walk by. And the windows open straight to the middle part where everyone walks by. So unless you want people looking in as they walk by, you keep the curtains shut and it feels a little too enclosed. For the same price, there are much nicer hotels

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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rob • family_with_children • us
5
For so much renovation, I expected a lower price but the staff was still very professional.
Pros:

The location of this place is really good being right. Next or right underneath Little Italy. The staff though it seemed at the hotel was recently finished or just starting renovation. The staff themselves seem to be veterans in all fields no matter the position they were doing.

Cons:

They were very accommodating even when me and my wife booked an earlier day to stay in a minor hotel in which we next day we transition to a more upscaled one that I paid for two to three nights for and when that hotel had a toilet issue that could not be fixed minor meaning the whole toilet had to be removed and repaired. They swiftly accommodated us with a more upgraded room with no questions asked. I only wish that with all of the renovation going on and the potential mess-ups that could arise, they would have made the prices cheaper to make the stay there better. That plus with doing a tad bit better when it comes to their lunch and dinner serving menu. As far as cooking quality my stay was good. I love the morning breakfast and the fact that the bartenders are nice and good at what they do. I would still get a chance to stay there again once the accommodations are done

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Isaac • couple • us
3
Cons:

Quite a lot of noise,

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • extended_group • it
8
Due notti a San Diego
Pros:

Struttura in Little Italy, attaccata alla via dei ristoranti e della vita. Struttura spartana ma pulita e funzionale per qualche notte.

Cons:

Piano terra in affaccio sul garage delle auto. Parcheggio caro, noi abbiamo sempre trovato in strada.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • us
1
Unsafe, dark, dank, unclean and after only a short time in the hotel, the punget, nasty smelling air freshener clung to
Cons:

After requesting a room on a high floor, I was given a room on the first floor. At the end of a long, dark corridor, I was given a room that was accessible by an open doorway to the attached public parking garage. Upon entering the second room I was offered, I found a rumpled bed, and the window (that could not be locked) open to a public walkway. I left the hotel after letting the front desk know I was not comfortable staying at the property and requested a full refund. This hotel is completely misrepresented by the photos on their website. It should not be featured by Bookings.com as a recommended hotel in San Diego. Do not consider staying at the Porto Vista, particularly if you are woman traveling alone.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Nedra • couple • us
5
Location nice.. recommend no!
Pros:

Location and some staff

Cons:

Had plumbing problems and although eventually moved to another room… they were unwilling to even consider refunding the time we had no access to our room, which was after checkin and evening. Then again the next morning till that days check in.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Aguilar • extended_group • us
9
500
Pros:

Goof

Cons:

Good service

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • family_with_children • pt
8
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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michael • solo_traveller • us
1
filthy sleaze bag hotel
Pros:

zero

Cons:

everything this has become an overpriced sleaze bag hotel

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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ayumi • solo_traveller • jp
6
目的のイベントに近かったので結果オーライ。
Pros:

街中で便利。コンビニなどもまあ近い

Cons:

なぜかルームクリーニングをしてもらえなかった。なにか条件があったのか不明

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • family_with_children • us
5
Pros:

The staff was wonderful and the location was great

Cons:

The curtains did not block out the light at night so it was very bright while sleeping, which made it very difficult to put our son to bed. The pillows were also rock hard

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
An enjoyable 2 night stay in San Diego
Pros:

Great location, good size room, very friendly check in staff.

Cons:

A/C wasn’t working properly so room was hot plus no coffee making equipment in room

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Asia • family_with_children • it
6
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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CARLOS • family_with_children • mx
10
Great Location and Comfortable Stay
Pros:

Great Location and Good Value

I highly recommend Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy. The location is excellent, close to great restaurants, cafés, the waterfront, and public transportation. It is also a convenient starting point for exploring San Diego and visiting places such as the USS Midway, Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo.

The hotel offers good services, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a very nice rooftop area with great views. It is not a luxury hotel, but considering its location, amenities, and overall experience, I found the price to be fair and the value for money very good.

Overall, a great option if you want to stay in the heart of Little Italy and enjoy San Diego without spending too much.

Cons:

I would improve the room decor and furnishings. A more modern and refreshed design would make the room feel more comfortable and welcoming.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Mariusz • solo_traveller • pl
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • nz
6
Ok
Pros:

Friendly staff, great location

Cons:

The air con was terrible. Super loud and didn’t cool the room well. We were sweating all night.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Renee • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location !

Cons:

It was good for the price , nothing bad to say

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee