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Our top choices for San Diego 3-star hotels

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 spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
₹9,502
₹10,922 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Handlery 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 pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
Canada
Victoria
₹14,441
₹16,599 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Carlos
₹8,032
₹9,233 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Best Western Seven Seas
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.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Sharhonda
₹8,393
₹9,647 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

5. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
SAID
₹8,404
₹9,660 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Thao
₹10,823
₹12,476 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
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 marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
Assy Prune Celia
₹17,469
₹22,809 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Dana on Mission Bay
Bar (on property)
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the upper floor.
A balcony with a pool, chairs, and a view of the surrounding area.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Nicholas Ray
₹13,587
₹14,972 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.
A hotel with a sign reading "Wyndham Garden," surrounded by palm trees and a well-lit entrance.

9. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Rebecca
₹9,107
₹10,468 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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.
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.

10. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
United States
Kelly
₹12,836
₹14,883 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.
A beach view with a pier extending into the ocean, a staircase leading down to the beach, and a railing with potted plants.

11. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
Point Loma
United States
nathan
₹15,474
₹17,447 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.
A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.
A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a bird painting.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

12. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Igor
₹10,083
₹11,590 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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.
A hotel lobby with a snack bar, seating area, and a sign indicating amenities like elevators, meeting rooms, and a pool.
A long buffet counter with multiple coffee dispensers, a fruit bowl, and a variety of food items.
A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
₹12,912
₹14,842 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.

14. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Ryan
₹15,472
₹23,053 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Bahia Resort Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone flooring, and wicker furniture.
A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned carpet. Tables are set with chairs and place settings.
A hotel entrance with a modern design, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is part of the Best Western Plus chain.

15. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Julie
₹11,944
₹13,729 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and dumbbells, with a TV on the wall and large windows.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.

16. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
Point Loma
United States
Jesus
₹9,684
₹11,131 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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.
A SureStay Hotel sign with a clear view of the building, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.
A reception desk with two computer monitors, a printer, and a phone.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the beach through a window.

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

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
Chula Vista
Brazil
Sergio
₹7,264
₹8,005 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.
A restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring high ceilings, modern lighting, and a central chandelier.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.
A canal lined with palm trees and a row of buildings with balconies.

18. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Point Loma
United States
Svenja
₹15,096
₹19,251 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a sofa.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a landscaped driveway.
A rooftop pool area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

19. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Andrew
₹9,485
₹10,807 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.
A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.
A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.

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

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Old Town San Diego
United States
Kristen
₹13,640
₹15,679 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
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₹14,446
₹20,053 total
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Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay, I enjoyed staying here. Everything was to my liking"
Carlos 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Best Western Seven Seas
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10/10 Excellent
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