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A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.
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 restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Colleen
NT$2,678
NT$3,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Best Western Seven Seas
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Jennifer
NT$5,114
NT$5,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

3. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Ronald
NT$3,530
NT$4,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.
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.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Alyssa
NT$2,821
NT$3,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.
A bar with three colorful cocktails on a mat, bottles and glasses in the background, and a view of the sea through arched windows.

5. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Jennifer
NT$7,594
NT$10,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.

6. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
jannet
NT$2,999
NT$3,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
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 hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking area.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

7. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Samuel
NT$4,730
NT$5,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.
A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Chad
NT$2,806
NT$3,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A living room with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, blue ottoman, and a chair with red cushions. A bookshelf is against the wall, and a fireplace is visible.
A modern kitchen with a long counter, coffee makers, and a variety of food items.
A hotel lobby with a snack bar, refrigerated display cases, and a beverage refrigerator.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Alyssa
NT$4,547
NT$5,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
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 rooftop patio with wicker furniture and palm trees, overlooking a marina.

10. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Daniel
NT$3,370
NT$3,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs arranged in rows, large windows, and a potted plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a red rug. There is a plant on the coffee table and a window with curtains.
A spacious lobby with a grey sofa, a red rug, and a snack kiosk.
A pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a building with red railings.

11. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
National City
United States
Dan
NT$2,131
NT$2,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.
A Starbucks with a modern interior, including a wooden wall and a counter with a coffee machine.
A hotel room with a large walk-in closet, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A person holding a bottle and glasses, wearing a dark shirt with a logo and an apron.

12. The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
Downtown San Diego
United States
Sabika
NT$4,602
NT$6,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Sofia Hotel
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 modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with bar stools and cushioned chairs.
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

13. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Nayla
NT$2,863
NT$3,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

14. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
artan
NT$4,404
NT$5,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.

15. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
elizabeth
NT$5,085
NT$6,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Dana on Mission Bay
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 modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large flat-screen TV displaying a scenic ocean view, and a seating area with pink chairs.
A room with a view of a cityscape, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a floor lamp.

16. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
Mexico
Patricia
NT$4,425
NT$5,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

17. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Veronica
NT$3,619
NT$4,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fountain with dolphin sculptures, and a modern building in the background.
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.

18. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
Stacey
NT$4,285
NT$4,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.
A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.

19. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Annmarie
NT$5,561
NT$8,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Bahia Resort Hotel
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a sofa.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a landscaped driveway.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

20. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Donna
NT$3,523
NT$4,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
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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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