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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,888 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, east walking to Little Italy restaurants and cafes"
United States
NINA
The price is HK$1,193
HK$1,383 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Lobby

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,154 reviews)
"very good would stay again"
United States
Raygan
The price is HK$1,090
HK$1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,411 reviews)
"It was a great location to the beaches !!"
United States
Susan
The price is HK$1,795
HK$2,289 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Dana on Mission Bay
Exterior

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,707 reviews)
"Nice place for the price"
United States
Timothy Wayne
The price is HK$910
HK$1,046 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Best Western Seven Seas
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,263 reviews)
"Wonderful resort"
United States
Jillian
The price is HK$2,180
HK$2,940 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Bahia Resort Hotel
View from property

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,803 reviews)
"My favorite hotel"
United States
Jorge
The price is HK$662
HK$761 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Property amenity

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,073 reviews)
"Really nice hotel "
United States
sue
The price is HK$980
HK$1,130 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Exterior

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,397 reviews)
"Such a nice hotel and what a great location!!"
United States
Raymond
The price is HK$1,089
HK$1,482 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Sofia Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,725 reviews)
"Perfect location and very nice and quiet. Will stay here my next trip to San Diego."
United States
Lorenzo
The price is HK$1,051
HK$1,208 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,905 reviews)
"Great room & breakfast highly recommend"
United States
Charles
The price is HK$840
HK$965 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Gym

Hotel Z

Hotel Z
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,070 reviews)
"Super nice staff very helpful Will stay again great location"
United States
Allen
The price is HK$1,226
HK$1,694 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Z
Lobby

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,901 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and staff were super nice. The breakfast was excellent."
United States
Leticia
The price is HK$1,000
HK$1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Exterior

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,751 reviews)
"We enjoy staying here when we visit San Diego."
United States
Sandra
The price is HK$1,475
HK$1,695 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Reception

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
Rancho Peñasquitos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,382 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, spacious, and in great condition."
United States
Neil
The price is HK$833
HK$957 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,925 reviews)
"Nice location and clean hotel."
United States
Abdelghani
The price is HK$1,404
HK$1,547 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
3.0 star property
National City
5.6 out of 10, (1,082 reviews)
"View and proximity to restaurants"
United States
Mikael
The price is HK$617
HK$680 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
Dinner served

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,863 reviews)
"Enjoy our stay will definitely come back, nice view, clean room love the fireplace"
United States
Roxanne
The price is HK$1,161
HK$1,565 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Breakfast and dinner served

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,510 reviews)
"Very friendly employees, Elva very nice I travel with kids, great breakfast"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is HK$1,123
HK$1,290 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Exterior

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,587 reviews)
"Hotel was right next to the airport which was really helpful and the hotel was really nice and clean with a good breakfast."
United States
Jason
The price is HK$1,824
HK$2,097 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Restaurant

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"We loved staying here! Amazing location, great breakfast options, rooms were nice and the view was amazing"
United States
Colleen
The price is HK$1,686
HK$1,957 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
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Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is HK$1,263 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
HK$1,263
HK$1,737 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Wife would go out sometimes and no microwave in the room. Honestly it’s minor things because we truly enjoyed our stay"
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Diego?
Travellers looking for a comfortable and affordable San Diego property often choose Club Wyndham Harbour Lights. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.16 kilometres southeast of the centre, offers a sauna and blackout curtains. Want another hot tip? Situated 0.32 kilometres 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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