Cortez Hill Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.
USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Mission Beach
A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
LEGOLAND® California Resort
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Cortez Hill
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
In the pictures it perceives a much better hotel and you get there and it was just so run down. Needs some work. The room we stayed in was a bay view it wasn’t bad. The parking situation was terrible. The angling of the whole parking structure was off because the hotel is in the size of a circle. ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Ash&9th
Awesome staff, very friendly. Alex was very accommodating. Property isn't anything to look at from the outside, but was nice inside the room. Snacks and things available in the lobby are nice to have. Could use some more standard pillows on the bed, a soap bar shelf in the shower, and some towel ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
Breakfast was delicious as always at Holiday Inn
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Great stay, beautiful hotel. Not too far from the main strip in the gaslamp district or the train depot for people taking public transit. Plenty of stores and restaurants immediately around the hotel too. Valet staff were nice and very attentive too. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Front desk people was not helpful
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cortez Hill
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.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.
