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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,484 reviews)
"Great location for the price and parking"
United States
Mawel
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
An outdoor patio area with metal-framed tables and chairs, a wooden pergola, and large windows offering a view of the surrounding landscape.

2. Vagabond Inn Bishop

Vagabond Inn Bishop
3.0 star property
Bishop
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,263 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Darrin
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Vagabond Inn Bishop
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

3. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
San Leandro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,914 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and tasty breakfast."
United States
Nadine
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

4. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,639 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple entry points, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,061 reviews)
"The room was clean the property was easy to access I enjoyed my stay"
United States
Marilyn
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

6. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,723 reviews)
"Great hotel !"
United States
Anna
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.

7. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,947 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay."
United States
Mandi
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Pacific
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

8. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,064 reviews)
"Great place to stay near airport"
United States
Leasa
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A spacious room with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas including a round table and chairs, and large windows with blinds.

9. Governors Inn Hotel

Governors Inn Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Sacramento
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,286 reviews)
"Clean room & breakfast was available in the stay"
United States
Mario
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Governors Inn Hotel
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,566 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, and clean rooms."
United States
Jamie
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

11. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,841 reviews)
"Nothing special but clean and very nice staff"
United States
Bella
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A spacious lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a staircase.

12. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
3.0 star property
Rosemary
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,126 reviews)
"All was good and close to the airport too."
United States
John
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

13. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Rosemary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,173 reviews)
"The location was perfect to a lot of good places."
United States
Hubert
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
An indoor swimming pool with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

14. Wyndham Sacramento

Wyndham Sacramento
3.5 star property
Sacramento
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,488 reviews)
"Very nice building, nice pool, nice location."
United States
Alfredo
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wyndham Sacramento
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".

15. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
3.0 star property
Ocean Colony
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,367 reviews)
"We loved the proximity to both golf courses. It was very convenient to stay there."
United States
Mark
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Half Moon Bay Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with a view of trees.

16. Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,131 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
DIANNE
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Maple Tree Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

17. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,377 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and I would stay there again."
United States
Shea
The price is £150
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.

18. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff and restaurant"
United States
Kimberly
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tilden Hotel
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

19. Oxford Suites Sonoma County

Oxford Suites Sonoma County
3.0 star property
Rohnert Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,762 reviews)
"Clean room, delightful staff and close to shopping"
United States
Gregory
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Oxford Suites Sonoma County
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

20. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,277 reviews)
"Very clean and proximity to airport"
United States
Scott
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
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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 0.1 mi west of the downtown area. Inn At Union Square is another top choice. Around 0.1 mi 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?
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