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Our top choices for Cortez Hill hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

1. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
Cortez Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location. Wonderful rooms. Definitely would book again"
United States
Christine
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
A hotel entrance with a staircase leading to the lobby, glass doors, and indoor plants.

2. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Cortez Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,712 reviews)
"Amazing stay with all the amenities."
United States
Claudia
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.

3. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Cortez Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,375 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden pergola, and potted plants.

4. Best Western Downtown San Diego

Best Western Downtown San Diego
2.5 star property
Cortez Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I had a really good experience staying here ! Everything was super clean & organized i definitely recommend it!"
United States
Jackelin
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Best Western Downtown San Diego
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "BAYMONT INN & RESORTS" and an "ELEVATOR" sign. There are cars parked in front, and a tree with purple flowers to the left.

5. Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown

Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
2.5 star property
Cortez Hill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"Clean rooms , close to downtown"
United States
Ashly
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a sink, and a shower area.

6. Somerset

Somerset
2.0 star property
Cortez Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (110 reviews)
"Good deal and access to down town and local points if interest like the museums and parks. Room was small but had everything you needed to rest and enjoy the city."
United States
Elbon
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Somerset
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

7. San Diego Downtown Lodge

San Diego Downtown Lodge
2.0 star property
Cortez Hill
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I nice calm hotel to sleep in. The bathroom was nice."
United States
Edwin
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
San Diego Downtown Lodge
A view through an arched window of a residential area with tall buildings, trees, and a construction site in the distance.

8. Ash&9th

Ash&9th
2.0 star property
Cortez Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,121 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Basic clean room with everything needed to complete your trip Very easy to locate and park and everything is in walking distance"
United States
Angel
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Ash&9th
A corridor with a central pathway flanked by trees and potted plants, leading to a building with a balcony.

9. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
Cortez Hill
5.8 out of 10, (1,332 reviews)
"It's good for a night-stay. Note: If you don't get there in a timely manner you'll have to park on the street (they share their parking lot with a different building so they only get a limited allotment.)"
United States
Airam
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape at sunset.

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 0.5 km from Cortez Hill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,148 reviews)
"Really great rooms and the area is perfect"
United States
Valente
The price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

11. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Cortez Hill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,036 reviews)
"Nice spot to stay downtown"
United States
Ricardo
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

12. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 0.7 km from Cortez Hill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,254 reviews)
"will recommend this hotel in a heartbeat."
United States
Khady
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats and a bridge in the distance.

13. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Cortez Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,470 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
United States
Luis
The price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
A high-rise building complex with multiple floors, large windows, and a waterfront view.

14. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4.0 star property
Marina District, 1.5 km from Cortez Hill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,908 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel would stay again!"
United States
Petra
The price is NZ$406
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and two lamps.

15. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Cortez Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6,382 reviews)
"Great clean place to stay!"
United States
Danielle
The price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
A luxurious room with a beige sofa, two round tables, and four chairs.

16. Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
0.6 km from Cortez Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,098 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed, beautiful lobby, and the room cleanliness was impeccable."
United States
Bet
The price is NZ$353
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Westgate Hotel
The entrance to Urban Boutique Hotel with a modern design, including a large glass door and a black awning.

17. Urban Boutique Hotel

Urban Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Little Italy, 0.7 km from Cortez Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,221 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay. Service was wondering ✨️"
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Urban Boutique Hotel
A spacious living area with a grand piano, comfortable seating, and large windows providing natural light.

18. The Bristol Hotel San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego
3.5 star property
0.7 km from Cortez Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,649 reviews)
"clean, friendly, great location, parking, I stay here again"
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Bristol Hotel San Diego
A bar area with a marble backsplash, green bar stools, and overhead lighting.

19. The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 0.7 km from Cortez Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,092 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and centrally located to lots of wonderful attractions in the Gaslamp Quarter!"
United States
Ronald
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
A reception desk with a teal color scheme, a chandelier, and framed artwork above it.

20. Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from Cortez Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,585 reviews)
"will definitely stay here again."
United States
Diego
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
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Compare popular hotels in Cortez Hill

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
2,375 reviews
View
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a sink, and a shower area.
Somerset
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
110 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a staircase leading to the lobby, glass doors, and indoor plants.
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,712 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden pergola, and potted plants.
Best Western Downtown San Diego
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View

Our guide on 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 extending into the ocean with buildings at the end, under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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.

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.

Top Cortez Hill Hotel Reviews

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a small seating area, and a window providing natural light.
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG
Chula Vista

10/10 Excellent

The size of the family room is great. The hotel itself is dated and could do with a refurbishment..staff were excellent. Breakfast included was a bonus, however there is limited seating. Over all was a great stay
Australia
Heather
Reviewed December 30, 2023
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

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. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Ash&9th.

How many hotels will I find in the Cortez Hill area?

Expedia has 93 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 San Diego Zoo, Port of San Diego and Petco Park. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Hotel Circle are also worth a stop.

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