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Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
$82 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
$94 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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! (3,053 reviews)
"Great place. Clean and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

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Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$156 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$179 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
A marina, a gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this traditional hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and free ...
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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 Nov 15 to Nov 16
$97 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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! (4,042 reviews)
"Smelly room Noisy bathroom fan Sink tap poorly located Good family food for breakfast and dinner Laundrette on site."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 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
$84 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$97 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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 ...
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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
$76 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
$88 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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! (1,910 reviews)
"The Atwood Hotel was a quaint and centrally located hotel. It was close to downtown San Diego, The Seaworld, The Sandiego Zoo and not far from the beach. The room was clean and and the staff was professional, friendly and all staff went far and beyond what was expected of them. We will ..."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 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
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$131 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (1,497 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. The whole place was clean from top to bottom."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

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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
$182 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$209 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
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 ...
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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
$134 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$148 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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 ...
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Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$94 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$108 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,197 reviews)
"The location and price were hard to beat. I appreciated the 24 hour checkin."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

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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
$110 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$136 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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 ...
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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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