Title: The 10 Best 3 Star Hotels in Northern California - 2025 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Northern California Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-California.dx6229628)[Hotels in Northern California](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-California-Hotels.d6229628.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Northern California](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-California-Holiday-Rentals.d6229628.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Northern California](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-California.d6229628.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern California](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-California.d6229628.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northern California Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-California.d6229628.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern California Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-California.d6229628.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Mill Creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/214000/214544-Northern-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Compare and book 3 Star hotels in Northern California, United States of America ![price find illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) ![bed illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Northern California 3 Star Hotels Tonight [18 Sept - 19 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6229628&startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&adults=2&star=30&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [19 Sept - 20 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6229628&startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&adults=2&star=30&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [19 Sept - 21 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6229628&startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&adults=2&star=30&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [26 Sept - 28 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6229628&startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&adults=2&star=30&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Northern California 3 Star Hotels ## Our top choices for Northern California 3-star hotels ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28600/28502/336a0345.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28600/28502/3a82d444.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28600/28502/8f2a7422.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28600/28502/ea6d435b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG Burlingame 7.6/10 Good (2190) "Friendly staff, clean rooms, close to airport, reasonable rates. " £84 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-San-Francisco-Airport.h28502.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/d650815d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/3372ea26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/8e61a8e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG Downtown San Francisco 9.0/10 Wonderful (4585) "Great place to stay " £110 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24300/24251/47630b7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24300/24251/26b347aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24300/24251/da78accc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24300/24251/f6c9f16f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Dylan at SFO Millbrae 9.2/10 Wonderful (1757) "Excellent small hotel near SFO. Great staff and very clean rooms." £97 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-The-Dylan-At-SFO.h24251.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/b8dfc462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/d587da3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/63a5d8bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Handlery Union Square Hotel Union Square 8.8/10 Excellent (2695) "Good location and friendly staff " £118 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Handlery-Union-Square-Hotel.h6666.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110785/0c231d9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110785/379aae94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110785/abb30118.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110785/7f868baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel Burlingame 9.0/10 Wonderful (4563) "Had a great stay!" [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Bay-Landing-San-Francisco-Airport-Hotel.h1110785.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10323/bc3b1f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![55-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, pay films](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10323/c5fc5e9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10323/046bbec6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10323/d8db4767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge Emeryville 8.8/10 Excellent (1184) "everything was great, service food and location!!" £125 includes taxes & fees 24 Sept - 25 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-San-FranciscoOakland-Bay-Bridge.h10323.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28970000/28965200/28965190/56adf545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28970000/28965200/28965190/ba45d856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28970000/28965200/28965190/7937e148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28970000/28965200/28965190/ab70b1af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt Place San Jose Airport North San Jose 8.8/10 Excellent (1408) "Friendly staff, accommodating, the breakfast was very impressive and really nice rooms." £101 includes taxes & fees 27 Sept - 28 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-San-Jose-Airport.h28965190.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/944f985c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/17458474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/588fe135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/49e7095c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chancellor Hotel on Union Square Union Square 9.4/10 Exceptional (2936) "Great hotel!" £95 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Chancellor-Hotel-On-Union-Square.h20547.Hotel-Information) ![Daily full breakfast (USD 19.99 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10300/10242/af0d91f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10300/10242/a049828f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10300/10242/c695cd92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10300/10242/3ef665fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG Downtown Sacramento 8.6/10 Excellent (1431) "Great place to stay" £129 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sacramento-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Sacramento-Downtown-Arena.h10242.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13802/4363ca08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13802/6842212c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13802/04aa20f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor wedding area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13802/a5fc24a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maple Tree Inn Sunnyvale 9.0/10 Wonderful (2269) "Excellent value for money and nice rooms and pool area" £81 includes taxes & fees 4 Oct - 5 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunnyvale-Hotels-Maple-Tree-Inn.h13802.Hotel-Information) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15360/e7088893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15360/c546b1a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15360/e8008935.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15360/a4d7f174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oakland Airport Executive Hotel Oakland 5.8/10 (2139) "Nice place " £50 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Oakland-Airport-Executive-Hotel.h15360.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5946/feebd61f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5946/d711639d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5946/51ded0a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5946/a3cc8d17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Governors Inn Hotel Downtown Sacramento 8.8/10 Excellent (1866) "Staff was very friendly. " [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sacramento-Hotels-Governors-Inn-Hotel.h5946.Hotel-Information) ![American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/61000/60937/1088d553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/61000/60937/w1635h1090x2y2-dbc29609.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/61000/60937/db3362a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/61000/60937/8aa978ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Outbound Mammoth Downtown Mammoth Lakes 8.6/10 Excellent (571) "Loved the amenities and nearby walkable options for food" [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mammoth-Lakes-Hotels-Sierra-Nevada-Resort-Spa.h60937.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16897/f3399389.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16897/7f304c1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16897/28318641.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16897/e1071207.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sonesta Select San Jose Airport Rosemary 8.8/10 Excellent (1532) "Good hotel" £106 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Sonesta-Select-San-Jose-Airport.h16897.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/d1fdaaee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/67a17bc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/60d00633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/d7dc0c81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Monterey Hotel Downtown Monterey 8.2/10 Very good (1341) "Nice, historic hotel." [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Hotels-The-Monterey-Hotel.h12377.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548400/548380/0a287fc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548400/548380/6a2adbcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548400/548380/772b55bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548400/548380/1cf5958e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront Oyster Point 8.6/10 Excellent (1705) "The friendliest staff, clean rooms, quiet and most importantly, we felt safe. " £93 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Sonesta-Select-San-Francisco-Airport.h548380.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11700/11624/9f22ad54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11700/11624/0992f574.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11700/11624/41197a9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11700/11624/a404f6d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Half Moon Bay Lodge Half Moon Bay 9.0/10 Wonderful (1015) "Great stay!" £134 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Bay-Hotels-Half-Moon-Bay-Lodge.h11624.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/a34901ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/472c4721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/1758c6a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/16a31bcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge Emeryville 8.6/10 Excellent (1185) "Really good hotel " £130 includes taxes & fees 25 Sept - 26 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Sonesta-Emeryville.h551060.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7635/062e9dfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7635/c48f68f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7635/6553e455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7635/76976cda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel South San Francisco 8.4/10 Very good (1600) "Great place to stay!" £90 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Grosvenor-Airport-Hotel.h7635.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91837400/91837375/9cf98825.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily buffet breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91837400/91837375/2a7fd68a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91837400/91837375/w707h571x0y5-ca95d2e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91837400/91837375/1db467a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt Place Sacramento International Airport North Natomas 8.6/10 Excellent (1328) "Very nice airport hotel. 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