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

HK$753 total

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18 Jan - 19 Jan

Best Western Seven Seas

Mission Valley

Thuan

HK$757 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Mission Valley

Michelle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Anna Maria

HK$995 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

Jaqueline

HK$907 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

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

Sorrento Valley

Saroop

HK$1,133 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

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Handlery Hotel

Mission Valley

Bryant

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego

Ansana

HK$1,093 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Scripps Ranch

Karthik

HK$1,093 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jan - 14 Jan

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Kathleen

HK$1,068 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Dolores

HK$1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Kearny Mesa

Herman

HK$1,019 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jan - 17 Jan

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Mission Valley

Foumi

HK$1,130 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

Arturo

HK$994 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Kearny Mesa

Francisco

HK$958 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley/Zoo

Mission Valley

FNU

HK$1,203 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jan - 14 Jan

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Dana

HK$1,244 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

Toni

HK$1,289 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Kearny Mesa

Gene

HK$1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Sorrento Valley

Dmytro

HK$1,121 total

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25 Jan - 26 Jan

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11 Jan - 12 Jan

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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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