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Based in San Diego, CA, the Porto Vista Hotel is an eclectic, colorful wedding venue. This boutique hotel is comfortably settled in the city’s Little Italy area. Original artworks and murals are scattered throughout the hotel, for a vibrant, ever-changing landscape. Founded by Moe Siry in 1999, this family-owned venue wants to be a one-of-a-kind setting for your once-in-a-lifetime day. When he purchased the site that would become the Porto Vista Hotel, Moe was determined to put his stamp on downtown San Diego. Today, his hotel espouses a warm, 1960s Mediterranean vibe with the convenience of a 21st-century city. Moe and his welcoming team want to act as a gateway to the city’s vibrant art scene. By inviting local creators to make their mark on the hotel, many of the public spaces feel like a bohemian art gallery. This dedication to supporting and showcasing the arts is a collaboration between the hotel and Lauren Siry, the director of 1805 Gallery. You can sample the treats from the onsite vending machine that exclusively provides creations from local artists. Moe and the team want to encourage your innate creativity to design an original celebration. The rooftop of the Porto Vista Hotel is a romantic, dreamy setting for your love story. It offers expansive views of the harbor and San Diego skyline, and crystalline views of the night sky. Before you say your vows, however, you can host your rehearsal dinner and shower in the modern GlassDoor Restaurant. Here, Moe’s seasoned culinary team can delight you with their gourmet creations and locally sourced ingredients. A selection of get-ready rooms offers you the chance to prepare for the day in privacy. During your time in these suites, you can take more intimate, casual photos with your wedding party. The Ripassi Rooftop is 6000 square feet in size, with enough space for a ceremony with 200 seated guests. If you would rather hold your reception here, up to 300 of your loved ones can mingle and take in the panoramic vistas around them. If your guests have traveled far, they can relax in the hotel’s comfortably appointed rooms and suites.