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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
₩125,672
₩144,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Best Western Seven Seas
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

2. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
₩124,527
₩143,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A hotel room with a large window with blinds, a round mirror, two teal chairs, a small round table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
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
₩118,788
₩136,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
Liliana M Rivera De
₩123,458
₩141,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
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.

5. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Cindy
₩349,223
₩486,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the elevator.
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
₩205,594
₩236,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A spacious lobby with a round table, blue benches, a large painting, and a view of the outdoors.
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
₩204,230
₩225,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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 hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
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
₩153,188
₩176,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
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 cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.
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
₩231,845
₩268,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.
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
₩204,452
₩235,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.

11. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
andrea
₩240,334
₩314,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Dana on Mission Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel with a sign reading "Wyndham Garden," surrounded by palm trees and a well-lit entrance.
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.
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
Nayla
₩128,787
₩148,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

13. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Kelane
₩206,602
₩276,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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 tall, modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and an American flag.
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.

14. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
United States
Abeer
₩204,452
₩237,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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 multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and landscaped gardens.
A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
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
Maryann
₩133,031
₩151,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, modern seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.

16. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
₩181,406
₩208,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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
Ryan
₩169,626
₩269,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Bahia Resort Hotel
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.
A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.
A hotel rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.
A rooftop patio with wicker furniture and palm trees, overlooking a marina.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Luis
₩140,892
₩159,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
An outdoor patio area with string lights, seating arrangements, and a fire feature.
A lobby with a stone fountain, tiled walls, and a staircase.
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
₩307,273
₩383,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.
An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset, and a bedside table with a phone.

20. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Rancho Peñasquitos
United States
Carolina
₩113,077
₩129,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Diego?
Travelers looking for a comfortable and affordable San Diego property often choose Club Wyndham Harbour Lights. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.16 kilometers southeast of the center, offers a sauna and blackout curtains. Want another hot tip? Situated 0.32 kilometers 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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