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 86 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 Port of San Diego. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Hotel Circle are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in Cortez Hill, San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Cortez Hill

Patricia

₹15,417 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a dark cabinet, a beige coffee table, and a blue sofa.

2. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Cortez Hill

Marco

₹15,483 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a fire pit.

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Cortez Hill

venkataraghavan

₹16,459 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

4. Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown

Cortez Hill

Xueqin

₹10,070 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden pergola, and potted plants.

5. Best Western Downtown San Diego

Cortez Hill

Maria

₹15,613 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a wooden vanity, and a bed with a view of the city.

6. Ash&9th

Cortez Hill

Neal

₹8,525 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A historic streetcar at the entrance to the Historic Heart of San Diego.

7. San Diego Downtown Lodge

Cortez Hill

Sonia

₹8,463 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A corridor with a central pathway flanked by trees and potted plants, leading to a building with a balcony.

8. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Cortez Hill

David

₹7,143 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a coffee maker, and a tray with cups and a teapot.

9. Somerset

Cortez Hill

Tyler

₹10,463 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the distance.

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.5 km from Cortez Hill

Steven

₹17,817 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Cortez Hill

Linda

₹13,504 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.

12. The Sofia Hotel

0.8 km from Cortez Hill

Sabika

₹20,320 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

13. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

1.2 km from Cortez Hill

Jennifer

₹20,147 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

1 km from Cortez Hill

Jennifer

₹14,935 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

15. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.5 km from Cortez Hill

Lisa

₹24,188 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A spacious living area with a grand piano, comfortable seating, and large windows providing natural light.

16. The Bristol Hotel San Diego

0.7 km from Cortez Hill

Joselyn

₹16,375 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a city view.

17. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marina District, 1.5 km from Cortez Hill

Willisha

₹26,698 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

18. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1.3 km from Cortez Hill

Nathaniel

₹18,000 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

0.8 km from Cortez Hill

Ricardo

₹15,845 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor café with red chairs and white tables, surrounded by buildings with balconies and flags.

20. Urban Boutique Hotel

Little Italy, 0.7 km from Cortez Hill

Renee

₹13,997 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Cortez Hill

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 2,075 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,726 reviews	View
Ash&9th	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 940 reviews	View
Best Western Downtown San Diego	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 992 reviews	View

Where to stay in Cortez Hill

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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.

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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

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

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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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Top Cortez Hill Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good

"Lovely room, very comfortable and clean. Ice machine and canteen lounge conveniently located. Because I was traveling with a short in stature 92 year old with mobility issues, I was in an ADA room. I notified the front desk that the tall platform bed was not easy to get into for her and requested a step stool or any other device to assist her. They said they would check with facilities but never got back to me. We piled the pillows on the floor in lieu of a step stool. That worked. The other issue was that the original reservation through Expedia did not state that their was an additional $20 for parking. Lastly, the vending machines with soft drinks and other snacks were not labeled with prices. I swiped my card and held my breath. Gratefully, they only charged $5 per bottled soft drink and $5 per ice cream cone. Overall, I do recommend staying at this hotel."

The Dana on Mission Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Always stay at the Dana when I’m in San Diego got a bay view room upgrade which has spectacular sunset views: The pools and hot tubs are great the bars and drinks always good with daily specials and happy hour deals. Lots of things to do on-site from boat rides to bikes to paddle boarding. I’ll be back!"

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

8/10 Good

"This was a decent place with easy access and friendly service. It was a more dated room with some wear and tear inside and throughout the building. The biggest issue was the elevators. Out of three, only 1 worked consistently and was the slowest I’ve ever seen. I waited a full 5 minutes one morning just to go downstairs."

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Our top choices for Cortez Hill hotels

1. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

2. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

4. Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown

5. Best Western Downtown San Diego

6. Ash&9th

7. San Diego Downtown Lodge

8. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

9. Somerset

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

12. The Sofia Hotel

13. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

15. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

16. The Bristol Hotel San Diego

17. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

18. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

20. Urban Boutique Hotel

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