Porto Vista Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Cubensis trip
Great hotel and location. We took a walk around Little Italy in the morning before we went home and...
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Fastedc
- May 13, 2013
i am so happy to stay in your hotel
i will recommended hotel to everyone/location was perfect/i am really happy
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teddyf
- Apr 2, 2012
Taste of Europe in San Diego’s Little Italy with rooftop yoga
Located in the heart of San Diego's modest Little Italy neighborhood, the Porto Vista Hotel offers a taste of Europe. The Mediterranean style hotel features an interior open-air courtyard and spacious rooms. All guests receive, complimentary Wi-Fi, complimentary rooftop yoga classes and free transportation to a number of local attractions. The on-site restaurant, Glass Door, serves dishes inspired by some of Europe's culinary capitals.Highlights
- Complimentary Wi-Fi and rooftop yoga classes
- Enjoy free transportation to some of San Diego's most popular attractions
- On-site restaurant serves European dishes
Rooms
The Porto Vista Hotel offers 189 rooms, including 4 suites that mix retro design with modern art--most with floor-to-ceiling artwork on one wall. Each room comes standard with a TV, an MP3 docking station, in-room safe and a make-up mirror. Guests receive complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. Pets are welcome (fees apply).
Features
The Porto Vista Hotel dates back to the 1960s, though rooms and common spaces were renovated in 2008 to keep the property current.
All guests have access to the on-site 24-hour fitness center. There's also complimentary rooftop yoga and 24-hour laundry service (fees apply). Elsewhere on property, the Porto Vista Hotel boasts a salon, a Vespa store and a series of cooking classes throughout the year (fees apply). The hotel also offers complimentary transportation to and from the airport, as well as shuttle service to the San Diego Convention Center and many other local attractions.
For meals guests can visit Glass Door, the on-site restaurant. Chefs have modeled the eclectic menu after highlights from Barcelona, Naples and other culinary hotspots in Europe. Happy hour and weekend brunch both are particularly popular.
Transportation
- Porto Vista Hotel shuttle to and from San Diego International Airport, Convention Center, Cruise Ship Terminal (fees apply)
- MTS Bus (2 blocks)
- San Diego Trolley (4 blocks)
- San Diego International Airport (1 mi/1.5 km)
Attractions
- Little Italy (1 block)
- San Diego Convention Center (1 mi/1.5 km)
- Old Town (2 mi/4 km)
- Sea World (3 mi/5 km)
- San Diego Zoo (4 mi/7 km)
- Petco Park (4 mi/7 km)
- Qualcomm Stadium (4 mi/7 km)
Business
- Fax and copy services available
- Ripassi Roofdeck large enough for parties of up to 50 people
- Glass-walled banquet room overlooks San Diego Bay
Policies and fees
- Valet parking is available (fees apply)
- Pets are accepted - one per room up to 40 pounds (fees apply). A non-refundable pet fee will apply.
- Rollaway beds available for a fee
- A valid credit card is required at check in for incidental charges to establish credit. We do not accept cash or pre-paid cards.
This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.
Porto Vista Hotel Rooms
- STANDARD - ROOM
- 1 queen bed. Pillowtop mattress. Premium bedding. Desk. In-room safe. 27-inch television. Cable/satellite television channels. Premium television channel(s). Voice mail. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Makeup/shaving mirror. Designer toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
- STANDARD - ROOM
- 2 queen beds. Pillowtop mattress. Premium bedding. Desk. In-room safe. 27-inch television. Cable/satellite television channels. Premium television channel(s). Voice mail. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Makeup/shaving mirror. Designer toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
- SUPERIOR - ROOM
- 1 king bed. Pillowtop mattress. Premium bedding. Desk. In-room safe. 27-inch television. Cable/satellite television channels. Premium television channel(s). Voice mail. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Makeup/shaving mirror. Designer toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
- SUPERIOR - ROOM
- 2 queen beds. Pillowtop mattress. Premium bedding. Desk. In-room safe. 27-inch television. Cable/satellite television channels. Premium television channel(s). Voice mail. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Makeup/shaving mirror. Designer toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
- PREMIUM - ROOM
- 1 king bed with a balcony. Pillowtop mattress. Premium bedding. Desk. In-room safe. 27-inch television. Cable/satellite television channels. Premium television channel(s). Voice mail. Clock radio. Coffee/tea maker. Makeup/shaving mirror. Designer toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Elevators
- Activities
- Fitness center or spa
- Health club
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Barber/Beauty shop
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Downtown San Diego Boutique Hotel In The Heart Of Little Italy
- Nearby airports
- Only one mile from San Diego International Airport (SAN)
- Area description
- Located in the heart of San Diego's historic Little Italy neighborhood, with fabulous views of the San Diego Harbor Walking distance to dozens of eclectic local restaurants, authentic shops, and art galleries Minutes from famous local attractions such as SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, as well as the Convention Center and cruise terminal Only one mile from San Diego International Airport (SAN) Transportation (fee) to the airport and many area local attractions
Nearby points of interest
- Firehouse Museum: 0.2 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 0.9 mi
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 1 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 1 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 1.1 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 1.1 mi
- Botanical Building: 1.1 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 1.2 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.3 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 1.3 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.3 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 1.3 mi
- PETCO Park: 1.3 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 0.2 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 0.9 mi
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 1 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 1 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 1.1 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 1.1 mi
- Botanical Building: 1.1 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 1.2 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.3 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 1.3 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.3 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 1.3 mi
- PETCO Park: 1.3 mi
- Port of San Diego: 1.7 mi
- Heritage Park: 2.4 mi
- Whaley House Museum: 2.5 mi
- Old Town San Diego: 2.7 mi
- Bazaar Del Mundo: 2.7 mi
- Junipero Serra Museum: 2.9 mi
- Qualcomm Stadium: 3.9 mi
- Hospitality Point: 4.4 mi
- Sea World: 4.5 mi
- Sunset Cliffs: 4.9 mi
- Mission Bay Park: 5.3 mi
- Belmont Park: 5.8 mi
- Pacific Beach: 6.6 mi
- Chula Vista Nature Center: 7 mi
- Family Fun Center: 7.4 mi
- Sorrento Valley: 11.6 mi
- California Center For The Arts Museum: 27.5 mi
- Legoland: 29.3 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- A Dash Of Mediterranean Style At Our San Diego Banquet Facilities. For San Diego banquets, meetings, and special occasions, the Porto Vista Hotel features the perfect mix of accommodations and amenities to pull it off in style. Host your event at our San Diego banquet facility and allow our planners and caterers to see to the details. Plan a sunset cocktail reception on our rooftop deck, where unopposed views of the San Diego harbor and skyline lend a stunning backdrop. Host an intimate dinner in the stylish Glass Door restaurant or reserve the modern, glass-walled banquet room for larger affairs. Featuring contemporary guest rooms and a unique Mediterranean ambiance, the Porto Vista is an impressive choice for special events.
Dining
- The Glass Door, Among The Best Little Italy San Diego Restaurants
- Our San Diego Little Italy Restaurant, A True Neighborhood Delight. Tucked away from downtown's crowds and noise, overlooking the harbor and the bay beyond, the Porto Vista Hotel proudly showcases the Glass Door, our award-winning Little Italy San Diego restaurant. Opening in the summer of 2008, it has quickly become one of the best San Diego Little Italy restaurants, drawing a smart, stylish crowd from throughout the city.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (169)
Ratings and reviews for Porto Vista Hotel
- All travelers (169) 3.1 / 5
- Business (23) 3.3 / 5
- Couples (81) 3.1 / 5
- Families (24) 2.8 / 5
- Friends (19) 3.1 / 5
- Singles (15) 2.8 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (3) 3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.5
- Hotel staff:
- 3.7
- Room comfort:
- 3.4
- Location:
- 4.2
- Value:
- 3.4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Profe25
Birthday Getaway
The location and staff were great! Close enough to downtown and perfect location in Little Italy. Great restaurant as well.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mimzybee
Great for quick visits
I washere for a night and they provided me with an affordable room that was walking distance from so many great shops and restaurants. The staff were also super friendly and helpful. I will be staying here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JasCCC
Nice location
Amazing location...AMAZING Price (compare to other hotel in this location)...Room cleanliness, comforts, staff are average..
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Adeee
Romantic getaway
It was decent. None of the amenities at the hotel were ever open. The restraunte was very over priced. The staff were sweet. Overall a good stay wasnt the best hotel ive been too.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Little italy has amazing food just a block away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
injenn00
Great value option in the middle of Little Italy!
I went here for a girlfriend staycation getaway. I'm local to the area and we've been wanting to check out the hotel because we would always walk by it when in Little Italy. We checked-in on Friday evening around 7pm, and it was quite busy. The valet parking was a great value that we decided to buy into because they had in-and-out parking privileges and parking is very difficult in Little Italy. They have a bar on the top floor with a great view and late night happy hour, too. The room has the basic necessities, but nothing to write mom home about. You can hear a lot of outside noise from your room and I wasn't too fond of the window that faces the courtyard area. I really like the location, though, and on Saturday mornings, about two blocks down on Date, there is a very lively farmers market. I suggest getting there no later than 9am because it then gets really crowded. Overall, it was a good stay and I wouldn't mind doing another staycation here.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
There are several restaurants a block west from the hotel that are noteworthy to have a drink or late night munchy. PrepKitchen and El Camino are two trendy "be-seen" places that feature the unique SD bar and restaurant scene.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Fastedc
Cubensis trip
Great hotel and location. We took a walk around Little Italy in the morning before we went home and the hotel let us park our car at the hotal.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cute hotel with the BEST customer service!
Our experience at this hotel couldn't have been any better! We were blown away but the customer service not only at the front desk but with the valet, room service & at their restaurant/bar - The Glass Door. This is a cute little hotel, the rooms are cozy and fun. You get a little bar top, fridge & microwave where you can bring your own drinks and food. You even can get a room with a balcony that has a view of the port! The hotel is in the heart of Little Italy, walking distance to night life, restaurants & the coast. It is just a couple of miles away from Gaslamp district. This is now our "spot" whenever we come down to San Diego. If you have stayed with Porto Vista before, you can call and let them know that you enjoyed your stay and would like to book with them again and they will give you a discount when booking! LOVE this place!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Moe mcDonald
Good location for bike granfondo event
Downtown parking a bit of a pain but it was downtown. Always tips to get something from your vehicle. We had bikes and thus lots of luggage. We stayed downtown because of the bike event, granfondo San Diego. Good meals downtown within walking distance. Room was good, king bed comfy, lots of room in room,, good wifi, good sleep although guests running hallways and loud Saturday night but hotel can't protect against that. Bathroom vanity needs updating. Put in a longer shelf for guest cosmetics, etc. had to ask for soap, towels, coffee. Staff friendly and accommodating. Valet parking a pain but staff friendly and helpful. Good access to freeways. Breakfast hot and good but would have liked fruit and yogurt and orange juice as well.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
A princess without a pea
Romantic getaway
Good! Nice hotel and great value in a great location!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Centrally located in the heart of San Diego's Little Italy.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Laurie loves Little Italy
Love Little Italy
Porto Vista hotel is located in fantastic Little Italy. There are wonderful restaurants and coffee shops in the neighborhood. It is the perfect mix of quiet residential buildings and lively places to be. The farmers market on Saturdays is wonderful and located close to the hotel. It's easy to walk from Porto Vista to downtown or the Balboa Park area. The hotel itself is average, but it met our needs nicely. Overall, I had a very good experience with this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4