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Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2012)
"Friendly staff, comfortable beds, location "
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Handlery Hotel
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Exterior

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2853)
"Great place "
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (351)
"Great time at the hotel!"
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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, (3689)
"Enjoyed our stay at The Dana on Mission Bay"
The price is €184
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Dana on Mission Bay
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, (3244)
"Enjoyed my stay"
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Lobby

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3973)
"Nice affordable place to stay, good for families. Great location, close to everything in San Diego."
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2307)
"We enjoyed our stay "
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
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, (2684)
"Great rooms and location "
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
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, (1007)
"Small but clean hotel. "
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
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, (1103)
"Great place to stay with families. "
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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, (1693)
"Beautiful property, lots to do within walking distance. Great restaurants "
The price is €217
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Bahia Resort Hotel
The Sofia Hotel
Front of property

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1551)
"Great Hotel. Very close to Little Italy, The Whaley House, The San Diego Zoo, and many more locations."
The Sofia Hotel
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Lobby

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Great location, nice staff, nice room"
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
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, (2494)
"Great place to stay Close all eatery"
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 €148
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Hot springs

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1837)
"Was a great location close to several trips out"
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Best Western Seven Seas
Exterior

Best Western Seven Seas

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2915)
"Nice staff, free parking and right next to the freeway "
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Seven Seas
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Outdoor pool

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2503)
"Great place to stay!!"
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
The Rambler Motel
View from room

The Rambler Motel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1906)
"Great stay"
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
The Rambler Motel
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
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Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA
The price is €333 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€333
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
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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.
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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.