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
Ash&9th	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 753 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,726 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown	2.5 star property	7.4 Good 1,013 reviews	View
San Diego Downtown Lodge	2.0 star property	6.2 1,004 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

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, the drinks at the bar were strong and the pool was conveniently located next to the bar. It is 25 dollars for parking a night and I wish there was more room in the bathroom to put your things but the stay was fantastic overall"

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful in providing a room before the usual 4:00PM check-in time. We were able to get situated, freshen up, rest and get ready for the Padres vs Dodgers game. The room was very clean, brought up to date and extremely comfortable. I love the fitness and yoga rooms. The location of Hotel Sofia is perfect; a nice equidistant walk to Little Italy, Gaslamp and the water."

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was welcoming and friendly. There were parking spots directly outside of our room, and the beach was only 30 yards from our hotel door. It was a fun place, and we played mini golf twice and rented bikes to ride through the property! My kids loved swimming in all the pools and lounging on the beach. Great family fun and it was close enough that we could drive 5 minutes out to the grocery store and grab food for the hotel."

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good

"The property is well maintained and the staff is very diligent about keeping on top of everything. Everyone was friendly and helpful when I needed it. A good thing to know is that there’s security roaming around the property particularly in the evening so if you’re concerned about safety that should help put your mind at ease, even just a little. The only con I would say about the property is that the walls are thin so you can definitely hear when people are using the water for a shower and/or leaving their rooms or if you’re on the first and second floor like we were you'll hear the people above you if they're heavy footed. Also, if you can avoid a corner room next to the elevator, I would do so because you can also hear people walking on and off and pressing the button for that as well but other than that, if you’re not sensitive to sound, you’ll be okay. It did a good job of accommodating our needs during our stay."

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

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Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

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Mission Bay

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Handlery Hotel

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