The Best Hotels in Cortez Hill, San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,723 reviews	View
Best Western Downtown San Diego	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 970 reviews	View
Ash&9th	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 750 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown	2.5 star property	7.4 Good 1,009 reviews	View

Where to stay in Cortez Hill

Find the best Cortez Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego’s historic heart has shed its seedy past to emerge as one of the city’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment hubs.

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Cortez Hill Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

8/10 Good

"Okay for a budget business stay. Helpful staff. Standard free Breakfast- serves the purpose for starting the day with bread and coffee. Convenient MTS bus stop within 3 minute walking distance. But last bus is at 8.30 from old town transit center. So if arriving late, driving your own car, rideshare or taxi are the only options. It’s a motel style single room not much shelf space for putting luggage. Cleanliness is fair and fine for a solo business traveler on budget. It would help if Hotel could put in place a free hourly shuttle to old town transit center. For Uber app- address of the hotel will not pull up the correct name. Still shows previous name of the property. So can be confusing for some new visitors."

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"I appreciate the luggage storage for people who have early flights and cannot check-in until 4 PM. This allows guest to go about their day without having to lug their suitcases around the city. The breakfast was basic but it cut out the need to search around for a breakfast spot, especially when you have a pretty packed day. The location of the hotel was not my favorite. It was literally at the top of the hill. If you are taking public transportation, then guests have to trek back up a steep hill every time they need to return to the hotel. A few things that were off-putting about the hotel was it’s really slow elevator, the lack of counter-space in the bathroom, and the toilet was American standard toilet that you normally see at public restrooms. The toilet is really low to the to the floor. If you have bad knees, then good luck! I didn’t really take advantage of any of the amenities like the workout room or laundry. Unfortunately, the pool is closed until the end of July. I like getting free bottled water each day. Overall, the stay was comfortable, and I would recommend it to somebody looking for an affordable hotel with breakfast included."

Frequently asked questions

What is Cortez Hill like?

Cortez Hill is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its popular zoo.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Cortez Hill?

Based on our traveller data, The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection is one of the top choices for your stay in Cortez Hill. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Balboa Park, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Ash&9th and Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels will I find in the Cortez Hill area?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options in Cortez Hill to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cortez Hill, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Cortez Hill.

What can I see and do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Petco Park, San Diego Zoo and Hotel Circle. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, Hotel del Coronado and Port of San Diego are also worth a stop.

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The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown

Ash&9th

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Somerset

San Diego Downtown Lodge

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG

Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Valli Hi Motel

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

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Where to stay in Cortez Hill

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Cortez Hill Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

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