Cortez Hill Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Cortez Hill
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
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Top hotels in Cortez Hill
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
"Good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Ash&9th
"Good"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
"We love the spacious room we had and the complimentary breakfast!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
"I asked if the Military discount was applied. The employee couldn't answer that. Room 209 had very visible ceiling tape, the bathroom sink had a huge crack in it, there were two shower gels and one shampoo last but not least, several towels had holes in them. I did mention these things to the front ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
"Unfortunately the Restaurant, Lounge was closed while we were visiting..but opened the last morning we were leaving. Great breakfast. However, this Beautiful Historic Hotel is actually centrally located downtown within walking distance to both Little Italy area, The Piers on the bay and the Gaslight ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"Great Resort. Everything was good, my only suggestion would be to make sure the room smell good. All areas of the resort should smell good for how much the room cost."
Reviewed on 22 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.
East Village
Travellers choose East Village for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at City College Trolley Station or Park and Market Trolley Station and check out top sights like Petco Park.
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.
