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Top Northern California 3 Star hotels

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd Burlingame CA
Fully refundable
$131 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$149 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and airport shuttle. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,810 reviews)
"No Wifi in the rooms the entire time I was there. Old property that needs maintenance in many areas. Elevator sounded like it will fall apart any time. Lot of airport/ 101 traffic noise kept me up all night"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$111 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$127 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,505 reviews)
"Such an amazing hotel to stay at if you are in the area. Such a friendly staff and great amenities with the airport shuttle and breakfast. Will definitely be returning when in the area"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

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Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
380 S Airport Boulevard South San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$100 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
$118 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,853 reviews)
"Loved that it had parking and a restaurant. We needed a hotel close to the airport for an early flight!! This met our needs"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$144 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$169 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. There's ...
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Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1355 N 4th Street San Jose CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$126 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (758 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, bed and pillows were very comfortable, it was quiet and not overpriced"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

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Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street San Jose CA
Fully refundable
$123 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$141 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, laundry service, ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,123 reviews)
"The elevator was broken down and someone was inside the elevator. I was unaware of the parking fee. I see now that it is on there but it was so tiny that I was unaware that it was there. They kept 100 dollar deposit which I didn't know was going to happy so my husband and I could not buy any merch ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$189 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
$213 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free buffet breakfast, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Business travelers can take advantage ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,886 reviews)
"Hotel is dated in decor but really well kept. Bay view for breakfast was great. Staff very friendly."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

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Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$149 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$176 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,210 reviews)
"Rooms were to small. Hallways are too dim. There were dirty towels and bedsheets left outside of tbe hallway in front of the room next to mine and was never cleared by Housekeeping."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 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
$200 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$227 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,765 reviews)
"We always love staying here with our dogs when we visit Carmel. It’s a great place to stay! We got a balcony this time and our dogs loved it! It’s super close to the beach and there are some dog friendly food places to eat at in walking distance. It’s always pretty clean and the staff is very friendly. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

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Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4261 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$170 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
$196 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,023 reviews)
"Nice place. Nothing fancy, but felt at home and the rooms were spacious."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Northern California

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