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A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A lobby with a reception desk, green chairs, a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a wall-mounted clock.

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
shalaka
€151
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A hotel lobby with a red patterned carpet, two white armchairs, a sofa with red cushions, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.

2. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Marcus
€102
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Pickwick Hotel
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, multiple seating areas, and wooden doors labeled "BATHROOM 1" and "BATHROOM 2".
A hotel dining area with multiple tables set for guests, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

3. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Bayfront
United States
Ayanara
€110
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A lobby with patterned carpet, blue and patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with multiple balconies.
The exterior of the Oakland Airport Executive Hotel with a clear sign, modern architecture, and well-maintained landscaping.

4. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Airport District
United States
Kitzia
€68
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

5. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
Paul
€83
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A room with a yellow sofa, a white bedside table, and a decorative palm tree lamp.
A modern interior with a staircase, a yellow sofa, red chairs, and a blue carpet.
A courtyard with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and a building in the background.
A sign for the Wild Palms Hotel with a clear view of the surrounding foliage.

6. Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
Sunnyvale
United States
Orly
€98
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A sign for The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay, featuring a bird and wave design.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and multiple parking spaces.
A marina with several yachts docked in front of a multi-story hotel with balconies.

7. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
San Leandro
United States
Judy
€80
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

8. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Andrea
€166
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
A modern interior with wooden paneling, a refrigerated display, and a microwave.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.

9. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Ildefonso
€129
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large TV, and a reception desk.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.
A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a lobby sign.

10. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
claudia
€169
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, desk, and lamp.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchenette.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a coffee table with a pitcher and glasses.

11. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Rosemary
United States
Giselle
€124
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.
A modern lounge area with round tables and sofas, a kitchen in the background, and a large window with curtains.
A room with a mirrored wall, wooden paneling, and two sofas facing a television.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.

12. Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
North San Jose
United States
Chiquanna
€125
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and buildings. There is a desk with a telephone and a lamp.
A hotel sign for Bay Landing Hotel with a multi-story building in the background.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.

13. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
Prakhar
€138
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, stone wall, and a large arched window.
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire pit.
A building entrance with a wooden door, a lantern, and a planter with flowers.

14. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
Ocean Colony
United States
Rahul
€171
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Half Moon Bay Lodge
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire pit.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a long wooden table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and pendant lighting.

15. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
Rosemary
United States
Jasmine
€122
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
A modern cafe with yellow chairs, a bar area, and large windows.
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.

16. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
United States
Celeste
€126
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
A reception desk with the name 'Maple Tree Inn' in gold lettering on the wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered seating area.
A chef cooking outdoors with a grill and buffet setup.

17. Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn
Sunnyvale
United States
Sadie
€116
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Maple Tree Inn
A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a dining area with red chairs.
A man pouring a drink at a bar with a modern interior, including pendant lighting and a visible seating area in the background.
A lobby with a dark wood floor, a grey upholstered armchair, and a reception desk with a modern design.

18. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
Union Square
United States
Miria
€99
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
King George Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered patio, columns, and a fountain.
A landscaped outdoor area with a bench, a tree, and a building with large windows.
A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling and walls, large windows, and neatly arranged tables and chairs.
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

19. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
Julie
€138
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.
A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

20. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Brittney
€191
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Bay Area?
If you're travelling to San Francisco for your Bay Area break, you'll find some comfortable and convenient 3-star hotels. Many of our customers choose Handlery Union Square Hotel. Around 0.16 kilometres west of downtown, it offers designer toiletries and premium bedding. Another highly rated option is Inn At Union Square. Stay here and enjoy access to a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries, and be approximately 0.16 kilometres northwest of the city centre.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Bay Area?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Bay Area?
Book a stay at a 3-star hotel and you can expect well-kept and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as complimentary WiFi, exercise equipment and tea and coffee makers. These properties may also feature a bar and restaurant on-site. Upgrade your Bay Area trip by opting for a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness centre, round-the-clock room service and deluxe toiletries, you'll enjoy a superior level of comfort and relaxation.

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