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Top San Diego 3 Star hotels

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$88 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$101 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,196 reviews)
The pool area was lovely and quiet, the room was in good condition and the service was immediate whenever anything was requested. Pamela was extremely helpful in switching the room booked to a poolside room upgrade.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

3.5 out of 5
3880 Greenwood St San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
$103 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
A gym, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like buffet breakfast and WiFi in public areas. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,002 reviews)
Room was clean and had what we needed. The tv couldn’t connect to a network the second night so we couldn’t watch tv, but other than that, everything was good.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$176 nightly
The price is $203 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$203 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
A marina, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers everything ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,858 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff close to many things to do definitely enjoyed my stay

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

3 out of 5
3888 Greenwood St San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$111 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$128 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub and free buffet breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
Very clean. Very nice hotel. Enjoyed the breakfast. The breakfast was a hit with the kids

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Bay Marina Dr National City CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$128 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
A golf course, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Bring the family and enjoy the mini golf, children's pool, and kid-friendly ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,383 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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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
$88 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$102 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,382 reviews)
People hanging outside very late

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 out of 5
1055 1st Ave San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$126 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$146 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
A gym is featured at this hotel, along with valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A business center, a snack bar/deli, and a grocery/convenience store ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,426 reviews)
Clean rooms and great seevice by the front desk.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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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
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
$97 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,012 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$104 total
Dec 14 - Dec 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (642 reviews)
Paul, who worked the front desk was very kind and friendly. The only thing I don’t like is that they don’t accept cash for the purchases in the little concession area because coming from Canada it would be easier just to use the American money we had

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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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
$111 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$128 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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! (1,416 reviews)
Stayed at the Courtyard by Marriott - San Diego Mission Valley for 9 days and would highly recommend to everyone! Front desk staff are so friendly and welcoming. We were greeted every time we entered the hotel and they were such a big help with an issue we encountered (not their fault) but they did ...

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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3 Star San Diego Hotel Guide\n

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History & Transportation

San Diego has long been an iconic American city, featuring such landmarks as the Torrey Pines State Reserve, where you can enjoy beautiful hiking trails through the rolling hills of the west and take panoramic photographs of the natural beauty that California has to offer. Near the 3-star hotels in San Diego are the San Diego Bay Walk, where you can take in the scenic views of the San Diego Bay, relaxing by the rolling waves of the Pacific Ocean and allowing yourself to get lost in the gentle salt-spray of the world's largest ocean.

Transportation from the airport to the 3-star hotels in San Diego, CA, is simple with shuttles taking passengers from the airport directly to their accommodation. Public transportation around the city is easily navigated, allowing you to enjoy your vacation time to the fullest.

Italian Culture and American Pastimes

Another part of San Diego's charm is the abundant sense of culture that permeates every street corner. With Little Italy just steps away from your hotel's doorstep, you'll be able to experience authentic Italian cuisine at affordable prices. After you eat, you can step back into the classic American pastime of baseball by visiting Petco Park.

All of these attractions make San Diego an incredible place to visit. Use Travelocity to search over 400 airlines and more than 510,000 hotels worldwide and book one of the many hotels in San Diego perfect for you today!

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