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Three-Star Hotels in San Diego

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The best three-star hotels in San Diego

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Combining comfort with value for money, three-star hotels offer a wide assortment of amenities to keep you content. You can expect to find en suite bathrooms, WiFi in public areas and a dining area with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall within this star rating and offer central locations close to popular landmarks.

Most booked three-star hotels in San Diego and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,087 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,656 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,753 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,460 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,479 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,355 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,526 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,463 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,398 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these three-star hotels in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego, The Keating is situated 1.5 km from USS Midway Museum, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 1.9 km from Maritime...

From US$157.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Located in a historic Marin Hotel in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, these self-service apartments provide central climate control, dining/work space, and kitchenettes. All units offer a TV.

From US$119.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews

Situated in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, this non-profit hostel has a fully equipped kitchen and offers free coffee, tea, and filtered water all day. Balboa Park is 4.8 km away.

From US$96.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,231 reviews

Situated in San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, this hotel is 15 minutes' walk from the San Diego Convention Center. The property is 5 km away from San Diego International Airport.

From US$118.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 971 reviews

Boasting a bar, Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is set in the centre of San Diego, 1.2 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

From US$190.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is located 500 metres from Horton Plaza Shopping Center. It offers an on-site bar and restaurant. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

From US$195.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Well located in San Diego, The Beau Hotel Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quarter provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$192.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 678 reviews

Coronado Island is only 15 minutes’ drive from this San Diego hotel, which offers a rooftop pool and accommodation with kitchenettes. A free daily full American breakfast is served each morning.

From US$244.28 per night

Save money on three-star in San Diego and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,175 reviews

Set in the centre of San Diego, California, 2 blocks from the San Diego Trolley, the Holiday Inn Express Downtown San Diego is a completely non-smoking hotel, which serves a free hot breakfast bar...

From US$119.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,507 reviews

Located in sunny San Diego, this motel is 10-minutes drive from SeaWorld. All rooms include a cable flat-screen TV. San Diego International Airport and San Diego Zoo are 3 miles away.

From US$91.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,479 reviews

This hotel is only moments from San Diego International Airport and the historic Gaslamp Quarter. The pet-friendly motel offers guest rooms with free Wi-Fi and mini-refrigerators.

From US$82.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 596 reviews

Ideally situated just off the I-8 motorway and only a short drive from the city centre attractions, this hotel features spacious and modern guest rooms, complete with in-room refrigerators.

From US$131.02 per night

Kings Inn

Mission Valley, San Diego
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,116 reviews

Centrally located in San Diego’s Mission Valley, Kings Inn features a spacious outdoor swimming pool and rooms with free WiFi. San Diego International Airport is 15 minutes’ drive away.

From US$105.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,398 reviews

Located 8 km away from San Diego International Airport, Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle Near SeaWorld offers spacious rooms equipped with free WiFi.

From US$101.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,526 reviews

Just 8 minutes’ drive from the San Diego Zoo, Best Western Seven Seas offers an outdoor pool, 2 spa tubs and guest rooms with free WiFi.

From US$96.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

In Mission Valley's Hotel Circle, near San Diego attractions such as SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, this hotel offers friendly services such as free wireless internet access.

From US$80.96 per night

Enjoy breakfast in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews

Featuring a free continental breakfast, this San Diego, California hotel is 10 km away from SeaWorld San Diego. Free WiFi is offered in all rooms.

From US$140.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

Centrally located in Downtown San Diego, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown offers an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

From US$240.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews

Situated in the heart of San Diego, TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown is 1.6 km away from the San Diego Convention Center. Free WiFi is provided is each air-conditioned guest room.

From US$146.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and shared lounge in San Diego.

From US$285.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews

Located 1 km from Downtown San Diego, SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront boasts a year-round outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$208.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,753 reviews

Located in San Diego’s Little Italy and 2.0 km from the Gaslamp Quarter, Urban Boutique Hotel- Little Italy, Downtown San Diego features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi.

From US$181.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,087 reviews

Directly off the I-5 motorway and 8 minutes' drive from San Diego International Airport.

From US$151.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews

Situated between Little Italy and the waterfront, this centrally located hotel features private on-site parking. Guests can relax in the outdoor pool.

From US$243.85 per night

FAQ about three-star hotels in San Diego

3 star hotels that guests love in San Diego

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Avg. price/night: US$185.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,355 reviews
Decent budget type hotel. Very busy. Reasonable gym. Location good.
Guest review by
oliver
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$82.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,479 reviews
Great location in town close to the airport and the Waterfront Park, Went to run the marathon and was a great location to get to the start of the race and to get after the race. The room is confortable and although there is a lot of noise outside by the passing planes and trains I was able to sleep without a problem, the rooms have good sound proof. The hotel is a budget simple place and you get what you pay, don't expect luxury but is safe, clean and quiet.
Guest review by
xorge
Group
Avg. price/night: US$254.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews
Nice location, few miles from city centre so own transport is useful but handy to be out of the city in calmer surroundings and easy access to Point Loma. Some nice restaurants in walking distance- Bali Hai and Hetch in particular.
Guest review by
Tony
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$124.96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,460 reviews
The hotel is in a lovely location just over from the harbour they are plenty of food options nearby and a grocery store too and the parking is free it is away from the downtown but easily reachable the rooms are on the old side but are clean and comfortable with a balcony microwave and fridge and the breakfast buffet on a morning is very plentiful with a great choice of hot and cold items if you are looking for a budget hotel you can't go wrong.
Guest review by
Wade
Young couple