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Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
South San Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,725 reviews)
"Great breakfast and walking distance to where I was working."
United States
Karyn
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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, (5,344 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Exterior

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,654 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff"
United States
Maximo Guillermo
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Lobby

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,133 reviews)
"Historic older property but well maintained in the heart of San Francisco."
United States
Ellen
The Pickwick Hotel
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,826 reviews)
"The staff were helpful and friendly during my stay! I would stay here again! "
United States
Mirian
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Front of property

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,837 reviews)
"great hotel, well designed, comfortable beds, easy access to the bart and aiport"
United States
Alan
The Dylan at SFO
Lobby

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
3.0 star property
Airport District
5.6 out of 10, (2,252 reviews)
"Hotel is terrible "
United States
Oscar
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Exterior

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,064 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
John Aldrane
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lobby sitting area

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,198 reviews)
"Great staff, amazing location and comfortable room."
United States
Karla
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Exterior

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,247 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
Jon
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Interior detail

Governors Inn Hotel

Governors Inn Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Sacramento
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,072 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, friendly check in"
United States
jim
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Governors Inn Hotel
Lobby lounge

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"I always stay here when in Oakland. Beautiful location on the estuary. View of San Francisco. Clean, nicely appointed lobby and rooms."
United States
Linda
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Lobby

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Rosemary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,718 reviews)
"Nice room and great service. "
United States
Rhonda
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Lobby sitting area

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Super clean, great staff and very good breakfast"
United States
Babak
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,642 reviews)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Yolanda
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Maple Tree Inn
View from room

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and the location is perfect for us. "
United States
Jonetta
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Lobby sitting area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,584 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly front desk employees, a great affordable place to stay "
United States
Joel
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,014 reviews)
"Check-in and check-out went smoothly with staff, clean rooms and overall nice hotel. "
United States
Giovanna
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Lobby

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
3.0 star property
Airport District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,670 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Martha
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Exterior

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3.0 star property
Oyster Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,977 reviews)
"I love this hotel :)"
United States
Daniel
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and location is great. Staff was friendly"
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Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Frequently asked questions

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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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Northern California?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Northern California will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more economical and come with the amenities and services you need for your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can look forward to a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, luxury toiletries and extras like on-site spa centres.