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A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.
A bar with three colorful cocktails on a mat, bottles and glasses in the background, and a view of the sea through arched windows.

1. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Cindy
€324
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the elevator.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Thuan
€156
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit table, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas, in a courtyard with palm trees and a building in the background.

3. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
andrea
€210
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Dana on Mission Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel with a sign reading "Wyndham Garden," surrounded by palm trees and a well-lit entrance.
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with bar stools and cushioned chairs.

4. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Nayla
€98
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.
A beachside hotel with a row of beach chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a calm sea.

5. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Ryan
€180
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bahia Resort Hotel
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A rooftop patio with wicker furniture and palm trees, overlooking a marina.
A hotel rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.

6. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Luis
€105
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

7. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
Point Loma
United States
Anthony
€109
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.
A beach view with a pier extending into the ocean, a staircase leading down to the beach, and a railing with potted plants.

8. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
Point Loma
United States
Eric
€180
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ocean Beach Hotel
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.
A canal lined with palm trees and a row of buildings with balconies.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.
A restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring high ceilings, modern lighting, and a central chandelier.

9. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Point Loma
United States
Svenja
€207
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern living room with a brown sofa, a black ottoman, a purple armchair, and a round coffee table. There is a television mounted on the wall and a wooden shelf with a decorative item.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave and coffee maker, a dark wood floor, and a mirror reflecting the room.
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, striped armchairs, and a green ottoman.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
Pacific Beach
United States
Amber
€94
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
A resort pool area with a small waterfall, surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery.
A serene garden with a pond, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A lush garden with palm trees, a pathway, and outdoor seating.
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a staircase, and seating arrangements.

11. Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
La Jolla Village
United States
Anthony
€215
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone flooring, and wicker furniture.
A hotel entrance with a modern design, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is part of the Best Western Plus chain.
A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned carpet. Tables are set with chairs and place settings.

12. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Sarah
€143
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A marina with numerous boats docked, a clear sky with the sun setting, and a cityscape in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, two white armchairs, a reception desk, an ATM, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a large bed, a red armchair, a balcony with a view of boats and buildings, and a lamp on the nightstand.

13. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport
Point Loma
United States
Aaron
€118
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a well-lit courtyard, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and city skyline.
A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and a television screen.

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Point Loma
United States
Jaycie Nicole
€191
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.
A hotel with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor lighting, and a clear view of the building's facade.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a view of a bridge and buildings in the background.
A modern kitchen area with wooden cabinets, marble countertops, and a central island with plates.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Point Loma
United States
Orlyn
€188
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
A square pizza on a wooden board with a fire pit in the background.
A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a mix of booth and table seating.
A hotel with a well-maintained lawn, palm trees, and a pool area.
Lobby

16. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside
Point Loma
United States
Thomas
€159
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and the ocean.
A beach view from a balcony with a white railing, a palm tree, and a sandy beach in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a sliding glass door to a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the outside.
A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a pool area.

17. Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Beach Hotel
Pacific Beach
United States
Amanda
€135
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Surfer Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a covered seating area.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a balcony with string lights.
A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a seating area with chairs and ottomans, and artwork on the walls.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island, and a variety of appliances and storage containers.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla
La Jolla Village
United States
Aban
€200
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla
A modern restaurant with high tables, booths, and a central island.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, two sofas, ottomans, and a patterned rug.
A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a large globe artwork, and a snack display.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
United States
Wade
€124
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
A modern architectural entrance with a central archway, illuminated by wall-mounted lights, flanked by planters with cacti, and a pathway leading through the arch.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A person in a hot tub with a wall of greenery and a sign that says 'TAKE THE PLUNGE'.
The reception area of The Boardwalk Hotel with a wooden reception desk, a chalkboard sign, and a potted plant.

20. Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included
Mission Beach
United States
Joseph
€174
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included
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La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and friendly staff! Great place for families!!"
Nicole Vesper 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

8/10 Good
"Just maintain good quality"
Jediael 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent
"We stay here all the time. Absolutely love it"
Roxanne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Beach Cities?
You'll find a range of 3-star hotels across Beach Cities. Our guests recommend staying at Empress Hotel of La Jolla in La Jolla. It comes with an electric car charging station and premium bedding, and is approximately 2 kilometres north of the downtown area. Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove is another top pick. Around 2 kilometres northwest of the centre of La Jolla, it offers a terrace and designer toiletries.
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