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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1. Handlery Hotel

Mission Valley

Helen

NT$3,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

2. Best Western Seven Seas

Mission Valley

James

NT$3,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Oscar

NT$3,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Mission Valley

SAID

NT$2,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

Yesenia

NT$4,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

6. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

Igor

NT$4,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

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

Sorrento Valley

Terrance

NT$5,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A poolside area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the pool and building in the background.

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego

Christopher

NT$4,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

9. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Maria

NT$4,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a dining section.

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

MANUEL

NT$4,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Daniel

NT$4,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A rooftop pool with multiple levels of seating and a central water feature.

12. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Michelle

NT$6,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.

13. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Kearny Mesa

Lucy

NT$5,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Scripps Ranch

FERDNAND GERARD

NT$4,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern living room with large windows, a sofa, a dining table, and potted plants.

15. Abpopa Hillcrest

Hillcrest

Elvis M

NT$5,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

16. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

Melissa

NT$4,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Kearny Mesa

Willy

NT$4,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Kearny Mesa

Ahmad

NT$5,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Mission Valley

Edith

NT$5,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white chairs, and potted plants.

20. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Kaliyah

NT$6,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA

NT$5,187

NT$6,901 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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"Room was clean and bed was comfortable. The hotel did change policies though as they used to give you bottled water each day at the desk if you asked. I checked in with no issues and used the Hilton app to check out without having to visit the front desk. Housekeeping is every other day but you can ask for daily if you wish. Housekeeping did a great job cleaning but I did have to ask for face towels and they did not replace those when the room was cleaned. However, they were quickly delivered. This place is great because of its proximity to old town and to the MTS trolley. I decided to just use the trolley for my trip, and then do short Uber runs from that to my final destination. You can also catch a free roundtrip shuttle to the airport which is very convenient. I will be staying again."

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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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1. Handlery Hotel

2. Best Western Seven Seas

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

6. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

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

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

9. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

12. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

13. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

15. Abpopa Hillcrest

16. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

20. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

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1. Handlery Hotel

2. Best Western Seven Seas

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

6. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

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

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

9. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

12. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

13. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

15. Abpopa Hillcrest

16. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

20. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

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