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A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Jeffrey
NT$2,741
NT$3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Best Western Seven Seas
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".

2. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
NT$3,245
NT$3,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Sharhonda
NT$2,864
NT$3,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
SAID
NT$2,989
NT$3,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
A stone-paved pathway leading to a covered entrance with a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.

5. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Cindy
NT$8,428
NT$11,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

6. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Thuan
NT$4,928
NT$5,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A spacious lobby with a round table, blue benches, a large painting, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Nicholas Ray
NT$4,929
NT$5,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Thao
NT$3,823
NT$4,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Troy
NT$5,613
NT$6,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A modern hotel lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a seating area, and a buffet table.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill' and various colorful drinks on the counter.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
NT$4,930
NT$5,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit table, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas, in a courtyard with palm trees and a building in the background.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.

11. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
andrea
NT$5,819
NT$7,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Dana on Mission Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.
A hotel with a sign reading "Wyndham Garden," surrounded by palm trees and a well-lit entrance.
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

12. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Nayla
NT$3,108
NT$3,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.
A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

13. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Kelane
NT$4,617
NT$6,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A tall, modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and an American flag.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.
A room with a view of a cityscape, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a floor lamp.

14. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
Canada
CHRISTOPHER
NT$4,915
NT$5,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.
A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and landscaped gardens.

15. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Jean
NT$3,208
NT$3,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, modern seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.

16. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
NT$4,374
NT$5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.
A beachside hotel with a row of beach chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a calm sea.

17. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Ryan
NT$5,082
NT$7,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Bahia Resort Hotel
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.
A hotel rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Sean
NT$3,098
NT$3,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
An outdoor patio area with string lights, seating arrangements, and a fire feature.
A lobby with a stone fountain, tiled walls, and a staircase.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants. There is a decorative wall piece and a chandelier.
A swimming pool with blue and white tiles, surrounded by greenery and a building with a sign reading "DOMANI".

19. El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
Historic Downtown Coronado
United States
Sean
NT$7,434
NT$9,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.
A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, fruit bowl, and a refrigerator with a glass door displaying food items.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset, and a bedside table with a phone.

20. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Rancho Peñasquitos
United States
Carolina
NT$2,736
NT$3,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
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NT$6,843 total
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Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

8/10 Good
"Hot tub was great. Water pressure was amazing. Linens were clean. The fridge didn’t work, the hairdryer didn’t work. Security staff was nice but the other employees we interacted with weren’t very friendly. Cafe not worth the prices."
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Best Western Seven Seas
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8/10 Good
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Ocean Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Diego?
Travelers looking for a comfortable and affordable San Diego property often choose Club Wyndham Harbour Lights. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.16 kilometers southeast of the center, offers a sauna and blackout curtains. Want another hot tip? Situated 0.32 kilometers southeast of downtown and including a rooftop terrace and a pillowtop mattress, Gaslamp Plaza Suites is also a preferred choice among guests.
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