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: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

฿367
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
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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
The price is ฿4,781 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,781
฿5,543 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Ash&9th

Ash&9th

2 out of 5
833 Ash Street San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,507 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿2,507
฿2,852 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (989 reviews)
"Alex was AMAZING! We were looking for some water and the vending machine was out, he gave us water from his own car! Now that’s going the extra mile and excellent customer service. The shower was amazing and all the amenities were great."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Ash&9th
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,611 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,611
฿4,533 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
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,827 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,827
฿3,249 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,920 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿6,920
฿9,716 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,666 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿2,666
฿3,059 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (2,952 reviews)
"I liked that the property has parking always available."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

California Suites 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 Lyceum Theatre – 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 Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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