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A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Mari
€87
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Best Western Seven Seas
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".
A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

2. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
€105
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Sharhonda
€91
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
Liliana M Rivera De
€94
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A bar with three colorful cocktails on a mat, bottles and glasses in the background, and a view of the sea through arched windows.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.

5. 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 modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

6. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Thuan
€164
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.
A spacious lobby with a round table, blue benches, a large painting, and a view of the outdoors.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

7. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Suresh
€150
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Chris
€129
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.
A reception area with a brick wall, palm tree artwork, and surfboards on display.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Troy
€181
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.
A hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
€156
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.
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.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.

11. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
Zachary
€209
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 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 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.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

12. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Virginia
€107
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.
A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."

13. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Kelane
€184
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A room with a view of a cityscape, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a floor lamp.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large flat-screen TV displaying a scenic ocean view, and a seating area with pink chairs.
A tall, modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and an American flag.

14. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
United States
Abeer
€157
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and landscaped gardens.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

15. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Chad
€101
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, modern seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fountain with dolphin sculptures, and a modern building in the background.

16. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
€125
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
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.
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.

17. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
heather
€213
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 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 rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Luis
€122
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
An outdoor patio area with string lights, seating arrangements, and a fire feature.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants. There is a decorative wall piece and a chandelier.
A swimming pool with blue and white tiles, surrounded by greenery and a building with a sign reading "DOMANI".
The exterior of the El Cordova Hotel with a tiled roof, arched windows, and a red awning.

19. El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
Historic Downtown Coronado
United States
Sean
€254
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.
A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, fruit bowl, and a refrigerator with a glass door displaying food items.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.

20. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Rancho Peñasquitos
United States
Carolina
€86
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was excellent everything was great nice place"
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
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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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