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Our top choices for Central San Diego 3-star hotels

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.
A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Mari
£74
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Best Western Seven Seas
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.

2. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
£89
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
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.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Sharhonda
£77
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
Liliana M Rivera De
£80
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Chris
£103
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and large windows with a view of outdoor umbrellas.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
£132
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
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.

7. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
£113
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a dining section.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a landscape.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking area with palm trees.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Preecha
£104
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.
A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a bird painting.

9. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Khyla Chantelle
£92
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.
A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A round window with a view of a cityscape, palm trees, and a clear sky.

10. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
shon
£124
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.
A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Old Town San Diego
United States
Kristen
£110
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.
A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Marjorie
£121
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a built-in bench with white cushions.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.
A swimming pool with a central staircase, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a building in the background.

13. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
£140
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large window.
A modern interior with a central seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a dining area with a long table.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
Scripps Ranch
United States
Kitty
£110
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a well-lit pathway.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a unique hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee bar, and a TV.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Sorrento Valley
United States
Abigail
£133
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, palm trees, and a white building with multiple windows and balconies.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a decorative ceiling, and a view of the outside.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled facade.
A bar area with multiple wine bottles, a menu board, and bar stools.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Paola
£145
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.
A modern hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and palm trees.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
Kearny Mesa
United States
KELLEY
£104
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a courtyard.
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Kearny Mesa
United States
Johanna
£120
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.
A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

19. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Melissa
£125
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.
A spacious indoor area with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and a large plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Mission Valley
United States
Edith
£120
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

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

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful and friendly"
Mac 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good
"It was nice, clean and beds were very comfortable. I just wish they had not charged for parking."
Tony 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

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