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Top San Diego 3 Star Hotels

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Exterior

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2822)
"This is a great hotel in a great location "
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Bar (on property)

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1113)
"Nice hotel and staff."
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1986)
"Great stay"
Handlery Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3655)
"Great relaxing vacation"
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Dana on Mission Bay
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2654)
"Great stay"
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2276)
"Property is located at a very convenient area for a San Diego visit "
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Lobby

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3951)
"Super nice rooms"
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Exterior

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1018)
"Bed could have been firmer otherwise great experience and location"
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3213)
"Enjoyed my stay"
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Terrace/patio

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1096)
"Great place to stay with families. "
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Bahia Resort Hotel
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1676)
"We loved it was pet friendly and walkable to all local beaches and restaurants. "
The price is €233
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Bahia Resort Hotel
The Sofia Hotel
Front of property

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1524)
"Great Hotel. Very close to Little Italy, The Whaley House, The San Diego Zoo, and many more locations."
The Sofia Hotel
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Outdoor pool

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2473)
"Great place to stay!!"
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Best Western Seven Seas
Exterior

Best Western Seven Seas

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2894)
"Nice staff, free parking and right next to the freeway "
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Best Western Seven Seas
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Outdoor pool

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1011)
"Great place to stay"
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Exterior

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1071)
"We had a great stay!"
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Serves dinner and happy hour

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2459)
"We enjoyed our stay."
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Reception

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1551)
"Great place to stay with "
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Courtyard

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Very nice place to stay. "
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Lobby

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"Great location, nice staff, nice room"
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is €224 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€224
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,787 reviews)
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The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing service"
Alma 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Diego?
Travellers looking for a comfortable and affordable San Diego property often choose Club Wyndham Harbour Lights. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.16 kilometres southeast of the centre, offers a sauna and blackout curtains. Want another hot tip? Situated 0.32 kilometres southeast of downtown and including a rooftop terrace and a pillowtop mattress, Gaslamp Plaza Suites is also a preferred choice among guests.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in San Diego?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Diego?
Relaxation is effortless in 3-star hotels in San Diego. As well as comfy surroundings, these more affordable properties come with a wealth of amenities like free WiFi, coffee or tea maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upgraded features such as a spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and bigger rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel style or what you want to spend, we have a perfect fit for you.