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Our top choices for Northern California 3-star hotels

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 room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Jorge
€172
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sebastian Pablo
€133
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
eric
€108
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables set for guests, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, multiple seating areas, and wooden doors labeled "BATHROOM 1" and "BATHROOM 2".
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas, and a large wooden door.

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Bayfront
United States
Kerry Jimenez
€115
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A lobby with patterned carpet, blue and patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, including lounge chairs and tables, and a building with multiple balconies in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.
The exterior of the Oakland Airport Executive Hotel with a clear sign, modern architecture, and well-maintained landscaping.

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Airport District
United States
Ulises
€70
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Oakland Airport Executive 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 heated outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a fence and a building with illuminated signs.

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
San Leandro
United States
Johalis
€115
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.
A sign for Outbound Mammoth with a bear sculpture and a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a dog.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a stone wall. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

7. Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth
Downtown Mammoth Lakes
United States
Candace
€157
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Outbound Mammoth
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.
A modern interior with wooden paneling, a refrigerated display, and a microwave.

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Tamy
€136
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
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 spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

9. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
Provimar
€152
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.
A spacious cafe with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

10. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Ian
€113
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.
Meeting facility
A buffet counter with various food options, including cereal, fruit & yogurt, hot foods, and toppings.
A garden pathway with a bench, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

11. Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Downtown Sacramento
United States
Stacy
€145
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, TV, and a dresser.
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.

12. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Rosemary
United States
Aimee
€122
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Garden
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a grey armchair, a small round table, and a floor lamp.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.
A modern bar area with a blue cabinet, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

13. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Sunnyvale
United States
Karina
€120
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
A modern reception area with a stone wall and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.

14. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
San Antonio
United States
Wesley
€138
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
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.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, and a central island with fruits and jars.

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
MELISSA
€204
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.
A room with a mirrored wall, wooden paneling, and two sofas facing a television.
A modern lounge area with round tables and sofas, a kitchen in the background, and a large window with curtains.

16. Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
North San Jose
United States
Kenneth
€124
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large TV, and a reception desk.
A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a lobby sign.

17. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
Megan
€157
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.
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.

18. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
United States
Scott
€147
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.
A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.

19. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
Micah
€171
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Carmel Mission Inn
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".
A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace. There are multiple seating areas with cushions and potted plants.
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire pit.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, stone wall, and a large arched window.

20. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
Ocean Colony
United States
Craig
€160
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Half Moon Bay Lodge
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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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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Northern California?
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