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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ash&9th	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 703 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,707 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown	2.5 star property	7.4 Good 1,012 reviews	View
San Diego Downtown Lodge	2.0 star property	6.2 1,009 reviews	View

Where to stay in Cortez Hill

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

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 USS Midway Museum 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 Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Cortez Hill Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and location is perfect for Radys Shell, Gaslamp or Petco Park"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

6/10 Okay

"the place was just okay — the Air Conditioner is very old & has that “old smell” to it. Could’ve been cleaner. There was an incident where the San Diego Police Department was called. About 15 cop cars were there & we were not notified regarding this. If you have kids please be aware. Also — $20 a night for parking.. wasn’t good, just okay."

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

6/10 Okay

"Unfortunately they overbooked and were not able to give me a double bed room and had to go for the king last minute. Also, it was barely 10:45AM and I already had a man knocking hard on the door as I was changing getting ready to leave the room just checking to see if I was almost leaving, mind you checkout is at 11AM. I then went to the checkout desk and no one was there, I had to step into the dinning area and after a few minutes a girl came out, very snarky like I was supposed to know that key drop off was exiting the parking lot...Also, lots of noise in the early morning, I understand renovations are happening but not worth the price. Room looks very nice and fancy, bed was comfortable...overall the place could do better as far as customer service and treating guests with a lot more consideration."

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"While staying here, I was impressed with nearly everything The Sofia had to offer from the gorgeous rooms, the hotels view, helpful staff, and even complementary goodies in the lobby. I will say I was not a fan of having learning that you must pay to park here as it’s not included in your reservation. I also felt the property lacked more amenities for its guests like a hot tub or even a sort of breakfast voucher for their new restaurant downstairs. Overall, me and my plus one had a fantastic opportunity to stay here. 7.5/10"

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very family friendly resort ! We enjoyed the pool and the restaurant with our daughter’s family and our young granddaughters. The hotel was able to provide connecting rooms which was wonderful and kept us connected the entire time, they also accommodated an early check in for a small fee and a late check out , also for a small fee which was very nice when traveling with small children. Property is a little older and could use some refreshing but was clean and well maintained and the staff was very friendly, bar tenders were fabulous! Parking was super convenient and close. Walking path near the beach provides access to two close neighborhood parks. Would recommend and would return."

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 85 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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Somerset

Ash&9th

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

San Diego Downtown Lodge

Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Bahia Resort Hotel

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Westgate Hotel

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

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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

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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