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Top Central California 3 Star hotels

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
Fully refundable
$152 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from May 5 to May 6
$172 total
May 5 - May 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,388 reviews)
Like that it’s close to downtown, within walking distance of several bars and restaurants and shopping. Great for Thursday night farmers market! The breakfast included with your stay is better than most hotels 5that provide this option.

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

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SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
$219 nightly
The price is $251 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$251 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
This Art Deco hotel features 3 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool and barbecue grills. Enjoy the a rooftop ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,716 reviews)
The room was very clean when I checked in. Multiple gold stars for Erica, friendly, so very helpful, even though I showed at 4:30a on a Saturday for my Friday check in. She had to be tired, I was tired, but her smile was neverending! Thank you so much Erica!

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

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The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$107 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$123 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
A gym, valet parking, and concierge services are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. There's a fireplace in the lobby and multilingual staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,601 reviews)
This hotel is amazing! I love the staff! So helpful and accommodating, location is great! In the heart of the main drag and close to everything. Will definitely be going back!

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
$163 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
$185 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 outdoor tennis courts are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,434 reviews)
Great.

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

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Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr San Jose CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$111 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$129 total
May 9 - May 10
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,791 reviews)
Safe and quiet

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Hotel Piccadilly

Hotel Piccadilly

3 out of 5
2305 W Shaw Ave Fresno CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$93 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,893 reviews)
Location was perfect! Visited the Shinzen Friendship Garden (inside Woodward Park) and Forestiere Underground Gardens. Hotel has all amenities for a comfortable stay including a restaurant on site.

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

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Piccadilly Inn Airport

Piccadilly Inn Airport

3 out of 5
5115 E Mckinley Avenue Fresno CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$97 total
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,742 reviews)
Fine

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

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Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$163 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from May 12 to May 13
$185 total
May 12 - May 13
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. There's a gym on site, and concierge services and wedding services are also offered.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,717 reviews)
Convenient location. Room was beautiful

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

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Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth

3.5 out of 5
164 Old Mammoth Road Mammoth Lakes CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$158 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$184 total
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
The hotel's outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, and 2 bars/lounges are among the featured amenities. Bring the family and enjoy the arcade/game room and kid-friendly ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (904 reviews)
Such an amazing place! It would’ve been nice if the gym/fitness center had more basic equipment to use. Overall clean facilities and great amenities!!

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave Monterey CA
$209 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$243 total
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,767 reviews)
The room was clean and pool was great! The hotel is very centrally located. Our only complaints are the water temp for the shower wasn’t easily regulated, the breakfast service was slow despite not many people eating and we were unaware of additional parking fees of $17/night.

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Central California

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You can find 3 star hotels in Central California that keep you close to all the great sightseeing and activities around the area, or even book a place that’s a bit more secluded, if that’s what you prefer. No matter what you’re looking for—whether you’re all about the location or are invested in on-site perks--Travelocity will help you find the accommodation that works best for you.

When it comes to options, you’ll have them. The Central California 3 star hotels give you plenty of choices as far as access to the best areas, and many also offer a breakfast buffet, as well as plenty of other amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi and an on-site pool or spa.

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