A coastal cityscape with a beach, ocean, and a dense residential area with a prominent hotel.

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A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A bar with three colorful cocktails on a mat, bottles and glasses in the background, and a view of the sea through arched windows.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
A stone-paved pathway leading to a covered entrance with a view of the sea.

1. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Jennifer
£226
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the elevator.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Jennifer
£139
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking area.
A spacious lobby with a round table, blue benches, a large painting, and a view of the outdoors.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

3. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Suresh
£127
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.
A cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.
A reception area with a brick wall, palm tree artwork, and surfboards on display.
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Jeremy
£133
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit table, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas, in a courtyard with palm trees and a building in the background.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.

5. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
Canada
Satish
£168
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Dana on Mission Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with bar stools and cushioned chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.
A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

6. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Nayla
£83
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

7. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Amy
£151
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large flat-screen TV displaying a scenic ocean view, and a seating area with pink chairs.
A tall, modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and an American flag.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.

8. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
United States
Abeer
£126
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round white table, wicker chairs, a macrame wall hanging, and a large window with skylights.
A beach with waves, a sunset, and a row of houses along the shore.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the sea.

9. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
Village of La Jolla
United States
Bryan
£173
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
La Jolla Cove Suites
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.

10. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
melissa
£180
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Bahia Resort Hotel
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.
A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.
A hotel rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

11. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Douglas
£85
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
An outdoor patio area with string lights, seating arrangements, and a fire feature.
The exterior of the El Cordova Hotel with a tiled roof, arched windows, and a red awning.
A swimming pool with blue and white tiles, surrounded by greenery and a building with a sign reading "DOMANI".
A spacious living area with a large sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants. There is a decorative wall piece and a chandelier.

12. El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
Historic Downtown Coronado
United States
Linda
£199
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.
A wicker table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a potted plant.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mirror.

13. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Village of La Jolla
United States
Dallin
£142
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.
A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and dumbbells, with a TV on the wall and large windows.

14. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
Point Loma
United States
Karla Daniela
£95
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.
A person holding a bottle and glasses, wearing a dark shirt with a logo and an apron.
A Starbucks with a modern interior, including a wooden wall and a counter with a coffee machine.
A lobby with a seating area featuring two armchairs and a table, a decorative wall, and a chandelier.

15. The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
Downtown San Diego
United States
Donald
£137
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Sofia Hotel
A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.
A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.
A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Downtown San Diego
United Kingdom
Vishal
£112
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.
A beach view with a pier extending into the ocean, a staircase leading down to the beach, and a railing with potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
Ocean Beach
United States
Robert
£118
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ocean Beach Hotel
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.
A restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring high ceilings, modern lighting, and a central chandelier.
A canal lined with palm trees and a row of buildings with balconies.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

18. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Point Loma
United States
Svenja
£188
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.
A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.
A harbor with boats, a large building, and a parking area.
A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, large windows offering a view of the city, and elegant floral arrangements.

19. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Downtown San Diego
United States
Thomas Stanley
£157
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.
A group of people on inflatable floats in a pool with a colorful backdrop.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a glass coffee table, and a view into another room.
A modern living room with a large TV, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a sunset over a landscape.

20. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
Chula Vista
United States
Johnny
£93
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Rambler Hotel
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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Diego Coast?
You'll discover a range of 3-star hotels in and around San Diego Coast. Expedia customers recommend SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad in Carlsbad. It comes with a rooftop terrace and a swimming pool, and is around 0.2 mi south of the downtown area. Beach Terrace is another favourite pick. Around 0.4 mi west of the centre of Carlsbad, it offers beach loungers and a rooftop terrace.
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