Cortez Hill Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.

San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.

Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

Mission Beach
A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.

SeaWorld
Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.
Things to do

San Diego's City Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate

San Diego SEAL Tour by Land & Sea
Top hotels in Cortez Hill

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Super accessible. The staff were very friendly and professional. No wait to check in , room was very clean. Pool area was small but an option. Also had a very nice gym set up. Lots of free weights and machine options.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
Not sure if you could see water from the hotel. We faced north over the building construction across the street. Positives - the staff and breakfast were both excellent. Hope at the Front Desk in particular provided great customer service. Negative - area around the hotel is pretty dirty (hotel is ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
Romm are clean and neat as well as hallways.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Short walk to the Harbor Walk and eateries. Parking may be challenging. The pool deck and pool were clean and inviting. Busy street, there will be noise.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Staff was friendly and room was clean
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Didn’t use the pool but area very well maintained Only negative comment Saturday morning went to the front desk to have only our beds made . Came back to the hotel at 7:00 pm beds were not made very disappointing I did call when I came back to my room the front desk so the supervisor of my housekeeper ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cortez Hill

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.

Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.

Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.

Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.



