Cortez Hill Travel Guide

San Diego

A building with a large archway, palm trees, and a sign that reads "HARRIS TOW AWAY".
A building with the sign 'EL CORTEZ' on top.
A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and a blue-striped sign.
A large building with 'El Cortez' on top, palm trees, and a street intersection.
A residential area with a stop sign, a sidewalk, a building with a staircase, and various plants.

Things to do

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

฿2,329
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

฿492
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

฿1,446
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

฿3,533
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,869
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Signature Dinner Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise

฿3,268
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
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Top hotels in Cortez Hill

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,395 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿5,395
฿6,256 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,214 reviews)
"This place is conveniently in a great 10-15 min radius of anything you’d want to do in San Diego. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Ash&9th

Ash&9th

2 out of 5
833 Ash Street San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,666 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,666
฿3,032 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located ...
Ash&9th
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,301 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿6,301
฿9,020 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,843 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿2,843
฿3,268 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (3,943 reviews)
"Worth the cost, would definitely return"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,110 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,110
฿7,093 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,321 reviews)
"Nice service. Perfect location. Rooms were comfortable, nice beds."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,466 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,466
฿3,984 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Handlery Hotel
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Where to stay in Cortez Hill

Find the best Cortez Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large stadium with the sign "Cobo Park" and palm trees around it.

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.

A pier at sunset with people sitting and standing, waves crashing below.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier, and dense urban buildings.

Mission Beach

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

A theater marquee with ornate designs and the name "Gaslamp Quarter".

Gaslamp Quarter

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

An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, a large body of water, and a peninsula with buildings.

Mission Bay

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

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