What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Central San Diego?

A motel is a great choice if you're getting ready to travel around Central San Diego. These getaways are usually located near airports and highways, feature on-site parking and have basic amenities and services. Spend your break at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger range of rooms and more amenities such as a gym, lobby and meeting rooms, you can expect to pay more for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Central San Diego?

Consider spending your break at TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central . Fuel up on the complimentary breakfast included at this 3-star retreat before venturing out and uncovering Central San Diego and its surroundings.

Do any 3-star hotels in Central San Diego have a pool?

Dive in or simply unwind by the pool at TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central . Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central is another 3-star pick where you can look forward to some waterside R&R. Both getaways are located in or near Central San Diego, San Diego, where the summer months are June, July and August. With daily temperatures averaging from 21ºC at night to 27ºC during the day, August is the warmest time of year.

What 3-star hotels in Central San Diego have an on-site restaurant?

Convenience is served up at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central , a leading 3-star stay with an on-site restaurant around Central San Diego. It also comes with a garden and premium bedding. Alternatively, enjoy delicious food at Four Points by Sheraton San Diego . Amenities here include a swimming pool and a cafe.

Do any 3-star hotels in Central San Diego have WiFi?

For handy internet access during your escape in or near Central San Diego, check out TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central . Alternatively, hook up to the WiFi at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central , another popular 3-star hotel nearby.

What 3-star hotels in Central San Diego have parking?

Save yourself the trouble of searching for parking options in or close to Central San Diego when you stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central . Or check in to TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central , another 3-star getaway where you can park your vehicle. Hit the freeway to Main Beach Park and Mission San Juan Capistrano. These are only a few of the places you can check out when the time comes to venture outside Central San Diego.

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Jaime

NT$3,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 24 - Dec 25

Best Western Seven Seas

Mission Valley

ANDREW

NT$2,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 23 - Dec 24

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Mission Valley

Bora

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Yuke

NT$4,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

Lukenson

NT$3,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

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

Sorrento Valley

Maria Eva

NT$4,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

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Handlery Hotel

Mission Valley

Bryant

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego

Krist

NT$4,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Scripps Ranch

Amelia

NT$4,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 5 - 2026/1/6

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Raven

NT$4,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - 2026/1/4

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Kathleen

NT$4,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Kearny Mesa

Nir

NT$4,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Mission Valley

Ajay

NT$4,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

moises

NT$4,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Kearny Mesa

Jessica

NT$3,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley/Zoo

Mission Valley

FNU

NT$4,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - 2026/1/5

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Dana

NT$4,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 5 - 2026/1/6

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

Toni

NT$4,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - 2026/1/4

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Kearny Mesa

Gene

NT$3,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - 2026/1/4

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Sorrento Valley

Dmytro

NT$4,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central San Diego?

Relaxation is effortless in 3-star hotels in Central San Diego. On top of comfortable settings, these lower-priced stays come with a host of welcome amenities like free WiFi, tea or coffee maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated ambience with upmarket features such as an on-site spa, outdoor or indoor pool and bigger rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel style or what you want to spend, we have a perfect fit for you.

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Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

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