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Top Central San Diego 3 Star hotels

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$98 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$113 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a gym are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,583 reviews)
"The room was clean but small. Bathroom shower/tub was in need of maintenance. Very small fridge, no microwave, breakfast not included. Parking was included."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3 out of 5
543 Hotel Circle S San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$96 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$111 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,771 reviews)
"Hospital nearby, gay district…definitely a place to crash …not to stay long"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

3.5 out of 5
2270 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
Fully refundable
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$136 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
"Always a great stay."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026

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Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$139 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$160 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,578 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

3 out of 5
1201 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$116 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the hot tub and perks like free WiFi. A coffee shop, a snack bar/deli, and a picnic ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,767 reviews)
"Nothing remarkable in either direction. Except there IS no room #300."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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

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

3 out of 5
5975 Lusk Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundable
$163 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$188 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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 and free WiFi in public ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,504 reviews)
"Staff was really nice and the room itself was good."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

3.5 out of 5
595 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$159 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$183 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,462 reviews)
"Spacious and clean room, very comfortable bed and pillows."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$159 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$183 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and perks like free WiFi. Self parking, a business center, and express check-in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,463 reviews)
"Our second stay on the last few years and we’ll be back. It’s the perfect location with Old Town right across the streets and the trolly a block away for an easy trip to downtown or up the coast."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026

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Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

3.5 out of 5
8110 Aero Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$159 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$183 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"If you stay here, do not arrive at night. The late night staffer that checked us in needs to be retrained on how to speak to guests. He is the sole reason we will never return."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

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Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

3 out of 5
4041 Harney St San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$124 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$143 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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, free WiFi in public areas, ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,048 reviews)
"It was a cute room, but just old furniture and the pillows were very uncomfortable as they were flat. It was dirty a bit. It was just an experience that I will not come back for."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Central San Diego

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