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Top 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
$82 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$94 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (3,425 reviews)
I paid over $10 for 2 coffees and I could not get a microwave for my room

Reviewed on Apr 24, 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
$111 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$128 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (2,456 reviews)
Excellent stay

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

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The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$150 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Apr 30 to May 1
$174 total
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and a 24-hour gym are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,951 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Apr 25, 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 refundable
$111 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$129 total
Apr 26 - Apr 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,441 reviews)
It was hard to access and the rooms were in a circular building so the wind sounded like it was whipping around a lot like a train noise.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

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Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
San Diego CA
Fully refundable
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$124 total
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free full breakfast ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,462 reviews)
The staff behind the counter were good. Worst breakfast setup I've seen. I tried it...not good. I watched people come in and take a look and exit. The shower drain was blocked.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 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
$199 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$229 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,299 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

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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
$119 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$137 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (4,196 reviews)
Lovely room and clean

Reviewed on Apr 22, 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
$98 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
$113 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (2,655 reviews)
The pool is so warm and the property is clean. I’ve been here a few times, it’s nice for families.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 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 Apr 29 to Apr 30
$131 total
Apr 29 - Apr 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! (1,008 reviews)
Check-in was okay but room door was broken

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

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Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$217 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$250 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Spend a day at the beach surfing, or relax with free beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,020 reviews)
Potential but underachieving. We were disappointed to learn a week before that the pool would be closed for two of the days of our stay. The sister property was offered and nice but still a drive.. The hotel itself is dated and needing some upgrades (loose toilet seat, patio door heavy and hard to ...

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

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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.

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