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Our top choices for San Diego 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 table with a fire feature, a charcuterie board, and two glasses of wine, overlooking a marina with boats.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,061 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean hotel and friendly staff!!"
United States
Robin
The price is CA $213
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

3. 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 10 - Nov 11
Best Western Seven Seas
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly backdrop.

4. 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, (3,179 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is CA $119
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

5. 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 $107
CA $123 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.

6. 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, (1,476 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 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, (4,491 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 modern living room with a stone fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the upper floor.

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,224 reviews)
"Great property, friendly staff and a restaurant with good food and live music next door. Had an excellent time!"
United States
Candas
The price is CA $188
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

9. 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 hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

10. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,362 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is CA $178
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

11. 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 $235
CA $265 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.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,511 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 modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

15. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,639 reviews)
"Excellent location, great amenities and easy parking close to room."
Australia
Adam
The price is CA $179
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.

16. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,290 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
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.

17. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,019 reviews)
"A good hotel, with a good location at a very good price, has a reasonable breakfast."
Brazil
Sergio
The price is CA $107
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.

18. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,161 reviews)
"Best place to stay in San Diego and I will be coming back"
United States
Ronald
The price is CA $218
CA $278 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.

19. 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.

20. 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 $183
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
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The price is CA $163 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
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Travellers needing an affordable and pleasant San Diego stay often choose Club Wyndham Harbour Lights. This 3-star hotel, around 0.16 kilometres southeast of the centre, offers a sauna and blackout curtains. Want another suggestion? Located 0.16 kilometres southeast of downtown and featuring a nightclub and a rooftop terrace, Gaslamp Plaza Suites is also a top pick among guests.
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