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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea 3-star hotels

A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,038 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Helen
The price is CA $127
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Handlery Hotel
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

2. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,043 reviews)
"Nice restaurant staff, and very good food."
United States
James
The price is CA $119
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Best Western Seven Seas
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly backdrop.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,178 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is CA $119
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,909 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, well maintained property and very good service."
United States
SAID
The price is CA $108
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,475 reviews)
"Had a good stay"
United States
Yesenia
The price is CA $161
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A water slide with large rocks, a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, and mountains in the background.

6. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,220 reviews)
"We absolutely loved stayed there, definitely will be going back"
United States
Stephanie
The price is CA $187
CA $256 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,490 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
Heather
The price is CA $237
CA $313 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Dana on Mission Bay
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

8. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,176 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Sarah
The price is CA $134
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
South Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,777 reviews)
"Breakfast was delicious"
United States
Debra
The price is CA $150
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A colorful hotel with a pirate-themed entrance and a large clock tower.

10. LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
3.0 star property
Carlsbad Ranch
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (672 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay with young kids."
United States
Brendon
The price is CA $172
CA $265 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
LEGOLAND California Hotel
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

11. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,247 reviews)
"The view was amazing! Housekeeping staff was excellent. The property was centrally located and close to shops and restraunts."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $305
CA $351 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
La Jolla Cove Suites
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.

12. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,937 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Freddie
The price is CA $266
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

13. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,518 reviews)
"Great place, convenient location."
Canada
Anne
The price is CA $233
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

14. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"an excellent hotel for a reasonable price"
United States
Igor
The price is CA $159
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,754 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
The price is CA $189
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A beachside hotel with a row of beach chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a calm sea.

16. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,510 reviews)
"Location is PERFECT & beautiful relaxing views from everywhere"
United States
VALENTINA
The price is CA $178
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Bahia Resort Hotel
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.

17. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,288 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Dharmeshkumar
The price is CA $144
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.

18. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
3.0 star property
Carmel Mountain Ranch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay hotel was perfect for our needs."
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $140
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

19. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,563 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Christopher
The price is CA $168
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.

20. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
Carmel Mountain Ranch
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,120 reviews)
"Spacious and clean room and great breakfast buffet. Enjoyed our stay."
United States
Jean
The price is CA $175
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
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Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

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Hampton by Hilton Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area, around 0.97 kilometres northeast of downtown Cardiff-by-the-Sea, is a guest favourite. A swimming pool and blackout curtains are among its amenities. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travellers. It features an ocean view and a terrace, and is about 3 kilometres north of the centre.
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