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Our top choices for Northern California 3-star hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,450 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is Rp2.163.896
Rp2.546.797 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign for Vagabond Inn.

2. Vagabond Inn Bishop

Vagabond Inn Bishop
3.0 star property
Bishop
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,252 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Darrin
The price is Rp1.958.796
Rp2.327.532 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Vagabond Inn Bishop
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

3. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
San Leandro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,871 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and tasty breakfast."
United States
Nadine
The price is Rp1.739.701
Rp1.983.259 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

4. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,614 reviews)
"Very decent place to stay with “Maltese Falcon” movie history."
United States
Ian
The price is Rp1.965.438
Rp2.309.389 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple entry points, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,039 reviews)
"The room was clean the property was easy to access I enjoyed my stay"
United States
Marilyn
The price is Rp1.849.974
Rp2.103.329 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A bathroom with a toilet, shower, vanity, and a mirror with lights.

6. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,687 reviews)
"Friendly staff and comfortable stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is Rp2.706.947
Rp3.185.941 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.

7. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,924 reviews)
"Nice place to stay at a reasonable price"
United States
Sherri
The price is Rp2.497.465
Rp2.936.380 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Pacific
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

8. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,056 reviews)
"Great place to stay near airport"
United States
Leasa
The price is Rp2.314.509
Rp2.609.608 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A spacious room with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas including a round table and chairs, and large windows with blinds.

9. Governors Inn Hotel

Governors Inn Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Sacramento
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,268 reviews)
"Stayed here 3 days. Hotel was conveniently located & quite. Clean & spacious room. Would stay again."
United States
Karen
The price is Rp1.526.228
Rp1.788.663 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Governors Inn Hotel
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,546 reviews)
"very nice place, we have stayed for several times."
United States
Jinyu
The price is Rp2.016.835
Rp2.378.849 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

11. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,819 reviews)
"The beds were real comfortable"
United States
Robert
The price is Rp2.375.947
Rp2.869.010 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A spacious lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a staircase.

12. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
3.0 star property
Rosemary
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,114 reviews)
"All was good and close to the airport too."
United States
John
The price is Rp2.230.851
Rp2.619.527 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

13. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Rosemary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,153 reviews)
"The location was perfect to a lot of good places."
United States
Hubert
The price is Rp2.273.000
Rp2.690.868 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
An indoor swimming pool with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

14. Wyndham Sacramento

Wyndham Sacramento
3.5 star property
Sacramento
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,456 reviews)
"Great stay will be back!"
United States
Angela
The price is Rp1.581.546
Rp1.805.335 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wyndham Sacramento
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".

15. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
3.0 star property
Ocean Colony
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"We loved the proximity to both golf courses. It was very convenient to stay there."
United States
Mark
The price is Rp2.629.684
Rp3.085.261 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Half Moon Bay Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with a view of trees.

16. Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,118 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
DIANNE
The price is Rp1.789.941
Rp2.021.006 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Maple Tree Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

17. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,370 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and I would stay there again."
United States
Shea
The price is Rp3.427.893
Rp4.034.459 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.

18. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great staff and restaurant"
United States
Kimberly
The price is Rp1.383.853
Rp1.628.726 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Tilden Hotel
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

19. Oxford Suites Sonoma County

Oxford Suites Sonoma County
3.0 star property
Rohnert Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,738 reviews)
"Clean room, delightful staff and close to shopping"
United States
Gregory
The price is Rp2.203.645
Rp2.718.917 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oxford Suites Sonoma County
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

20. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,280 reviews)
"Very clean and proximity to airport"
United States
Scott
The price is Rp2.140.166
Rp2.460.015 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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The price is Rp2.393.183 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp2.393.183
Rp3.563.901 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Northern California?
There is a range of 3-star hotels in and around Northern California. Expedia customers highly recommend Handlery Union Square Hotel in San Francisco. It features a sauna and designer toiletries, and is approximately 0.16 kilometres west of the downtown area. Inn At Union Square is another top choice. Around 0.16 kilometres northwest of the centre of San Francisco, it offers hypo-allergenic bedding and designer toiletries.
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