Little Italy Hotels

I was impressed with staff friendliness and processionalism. Nice environment with original art and art deco room. Loved the painted concrete because it eliminates toxins. Nice shower, comfortable bed, and well designed room layout. Close to small restaurant row where I found gluten:free pasta and some great live blues. I'll be back!

I had a very pleasant stay in this hotel. I'm generally very picky, but had nothing bad to say about this place. When I visit San Diego again, I will make sure to stay here.

I read all of the reviews and was concerned that I may have erred in my choice of hotels, but I was pleasantly surprised by the Porto Vista. The room was quite comfortable with all the amenities I would hope for, including microwave and refrigerator. The beds were very good, and the room was of good size. The restaurant looked nice, very upscale with a mice view. We chose not to eat there because we had young children but Little Italy is within a block and found several great restaurants that would accommodate all of us. I will say that when the elevator doors open and you realize that the rooms are all outdoor, meaning that it is not an enclosed facility, it is a bit of surprise, but it really doesn't detract from the room. It was not very noisy, we were on the top floor though, but it was Saturday night, so what does one expect? The price was great, although I would assume that the price will go up as they get a couple good reviews.

Stayed one night, room was very clean! Staff was helpful and cordial, small issue with parking but a little creativity solved that issue. Will stay here again, awesome location and good price for a Downtown San Diego hotel. Did I mention that the room was very clean!?

I stayed two separate nights in two different bedrooms within a 4-day period. Both times were superb in both service and room accommodations; my first night was above the pool and within view of the marina plus a great sunset (which my family enjoyed)! The only thing negative I have negative to say about the hotel is that the parking garage was very narrow on the ramps both going to other levels of the garage and exiting the building. If you don't have a car or small SUV than don't even bother trying...I had a hard time of it in a rented 2013 Ford Explorer!

We loved staying here and would stay again if returning to San Diego. The location is excellent (especially considering the price), close to the waterfront and in the heart of Little Italy. Also, on Saturdays, there is a great Farmer's Market nearby (don't miss it!). The close proximity to the airport did not prove to be an issue as far as noise, and was in fact quite nice when going to the airport early in the morning (the taxi ride took less than five minutes, though we were told to plan on 15 just in case traffic got bad). This B&B is a bit atypical, in that it does not have staff available all day (you will find a note on the door, and instructions to go across the street to get your key). Also, it is not the kind of a fancy/luxurious place some B&Bs can be, which may be off-putting for those looking for a luxurious, pampered stay. Rather, this feels more like visiting an aunt or a grandma--older home, reasonably decorated, and reasonably remodeled as needed (but definitely not fully refurbished). Debbie (who cooked the breakfast) was absolutely wonderful. She was full of good information about the area, very accommodating in terms of breakfast menu, and in general just a pleasure to be around. The food was good (again, think visiting a relative, rather than going to a gourmet restaurant) and comforting. Lastly, if available, ask for room #4--it is more spacious (it has a bedroom, a small sitting room, and a bath, plus its own deck).