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A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Duncan
HK$1,147
HK$1,349 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
John
HK$1,193
HK$1,404 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
eric
HK$1,124
HK$1,324 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.
A hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, multiple seating areas, and wooden doors labeled "BATHROOM 1" and "BATHROOM 2".
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas, and a large wooden door.

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Bayfront
United States
Tanuja
HK$965
HK$1,097 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A lobby with patterned carpet, blue and patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with multiple balconies.
The exterior of the Oakland Airport Executive Hotel with a clear sign, modern architecture, and well-maintained landscaping.
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, including lounge chairs and tables, and a building with multiple balconies in the background.

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Airport District
United States
Jean Mario
HK$534
HK$619 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A marina with several yachts docked in front of a multi-story hotel with balconies.
A sign for The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay, featuring a bird and wave design.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and multiple parking spaces.

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
San Leandro
United States
Johalis
HK$642
HK$731 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a ceiling fan.
A sign for Outbound Mammoth with a bear sculpture and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a stone wall. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

7. Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth
Downtown Mammoth Lakes
United States
Candace
HK$1,037
HK$1,433 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Outbound Mammoth
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Tamy
HK$997
HK$1,205 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and buildings. There is a desk with a telephone and a lamp.
A hotel sign for Bay Landing Hotel with a multi-story building in the background.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.

9. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
James
HK$1,113
HK$1,255 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A hotel lobby with a red patterned carpet, two white armchairs, a sofa with red cushions, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.
A spacious cafe with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

10. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Jesus
HK$850
HK$999 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.
A garden pathway with a bench, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Meeting facility
A buffet counter with various food options, including cereal, fruit & yogurt, hot foods, and toppings.

11. Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Downtown Sacramento
United States
doreen
HK$1,091
HK$1,278 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchenette.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a coffee table with a pitcher and glasses.
A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, TV, and a dresser.

12. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Rosemary
United States
Aimee
HK$895
HK$1,061 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Garden
A modern bar area with a blue cabinet, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a grey armchair, a small round table, and a floor lamp.

13. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Sunnyvale
United States
Karina
HK$935
HK$1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
A modern restaurant with high tables and chairs, a bar area, and a fireplace.
A modern reception area with a stone wall and a wooden ceiling.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.

14. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
San Antonio
United States
Evelyn
HK$973
HK$1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Greg
HK$1,397
HK$1,644 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.
A modern lounge area with round tables and sofas, a kitchen in the background, and a large window with curtains.
A room with a mirrored wall, wooden paneling, and two sofas facing a television.

16. Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
North San Jose
United States
Kenneth
HK$942
HK$1,108 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.
A restaurant with indoor seating, large windows, and a view of an outdoor pool area.
A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a lobby sign.

17. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
Megan
HK$1,481
HK$1,713 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and lounge chairs.

18. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
Australia
ross
HK$1,059
HK$1,218 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

19. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
Jessica
HK$1,276
HK$1,557 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Carmel Mission Inn
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire pit.
A building entrance with a wooden door, a lantern, and a planter with flowers.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, stone wall, and a large arched window.

20. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
Ocean Colony
United States
Craig
HK$1,268
HK$1,486 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Half Moon Bay Lodge
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Northern California?
There is a range of 3-star hotels in and around Northern California. Expedia customers highly recommend Handlery Union Square Hotel in San Francisco. It features a sauna and designer toiletries, and is approximately 0.16 kilometres west of the downtown area. Inn At Union Square is another top choice. Around 0.16 kilometres northwest of the centre of San Francisco, it offers hypo-allergenic bedding and designer toiletries.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Northern California?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Northern California will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more economical and come with the amenities and services you need for your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can look forward to a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, luxury toiletries and extras like on-site spa centers.

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