Cortez Hill
San Diego
Visit Cortez Hill
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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.
SeaWorld
A fun family favourite, where you can get up close to the local marine life, enjoy fun rides and be wowed by the performances.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Maritime Museum of San Diego Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Cortez Hill
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Clean and was a 10 mins drive to all major attractions in SD
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Ash&9th
Very disappointed with this stay. While the location is central to downtown SD, that was really the only upside of the stay. The room, on face value, looks okay. However, the AC did nothing to keep the room cool. It was difficult to sleep due to the temp in the room. Moreover, there were several ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
Service is not too good.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Everything was great!! Will come back.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
The location is gorgeous, it was close to everything such as restaurants, theme parks, and beautiful beaches. Our room was clean and functional. We had a magnificent view of the docked boats. The most impressive part was the staff members were extremely polite and accommodating.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
I loved everything
Reviewed on 4 Mar 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.
