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Our top choices for San Diego 3-star hotels

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,027 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Helen
The price is Rp1.638.674
Rp1.883.574 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Handlery Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,050 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean hotel and friendly staff!!"
United States
Robin
The price is Rp2.758.638
Rp3.170.892 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,031 reviews)
"OUR STAY WAS GREAT. WE WERE IN TOWN FOR A SOCCER GAME AND THE PRICE AND PROXIMITY TO SNAPDRAGON WAS PERFECT."
United States
Cynthia
The price is Rp1.534.390
Rp1.763.705 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Seven Seas
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,163 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is Rp1.449.945
Rp1.666.639 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

5. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,904 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, well maintained property and very good service."
United States
SAID
The price is Rp1.432.035
Rp1.646.052 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,459 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Thao
The price is Rp2.068.758
Rp2.384.697 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,478 reviews)
"Really good hotel !!!"
United States
Assy Prune Celia
The price is Rp3.066.843
Rp4.046.727 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Dana on Mission Bay
Bar (on property)

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,217 reviews)
"Great property, friendly staff and a restaurant with good food and live music next door. Had an excellent time!"
United States
Candas
The price is Rp2.433.694
Rp2.681.810 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,162 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Sarah
The price is Rp1.740.660
Rp2.000.801 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

10. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,338 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is Rp2.308.298
Rp2.676.356 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

11. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,525 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff"
United States
Arianna
The price is Rp3.248.337
Rp3.662.500 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

12. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"an excellent hotel for a reasonable price"
United States
Igor
The price is Rp1.959.876
Rp2.252.780 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,740 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
The price is Rp2.452.567
Rp2.819.103 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

14. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,495 reviews)
"Love the location, nice & clean room, helpful staff, beautiful hotel!"
United States
Michael Lynn
The price is Rp2.527.877
Rp3.913.523 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bahia Resort Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

15. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,627 reviews)
"Excellent location, great amenities and easy parking close to room."
Australia
Adam
The price is Rp2.684.123
Rp3.085.266 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.

16. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,275 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Dharmeshkumar
The price is Rp1.928.119
Rp2.216.277 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.

17. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,004 reviews)
"A good hotel, with a good location at a very good price, has a reasonable breakfast."
Brazil
Sergio
The price is Rp1.387.662
Rp1.529.134 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.

18. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,154 reviews)
"Nice and brand new hotel, room was really clean, Staff were really nice to us."
United States
Yan
The price is Rp2.976.108
Rp3.783.831 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.

19. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
3.0 star property
Carmel Mountain Ranch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay hotel was perfect for our needs."
United States
Andrew
The price is Rp1.829.218
Rp2.084.303 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,553 reviews)
"Nice hotel, close to everything."
United States
Sheri
The price is Rp2.252.043
Rp2.588.610 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
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Sheraton San Diego Resort

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The price is Rp2.105.052 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp2.105.052
Rp3.337.527 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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8/10 Good
"Clean rooms, laundry was perfect, house keeping staff were professional and friendly"
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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Diego?
Travellers looking for a comfortable and affordable San Diego property often choose Club Wyndham Harbour Lights. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.16 kilometres southeast of the centre, offers a sauna and blackout curtains. Want another hot tip? Situated 0.32 kilometres southeast of downtown and including a rooftop terrace and a pillowtop mattress, Gaslamp Plaza Suites is also a preferred choice among guests.
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