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Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,301 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, would highly recommend"
United Kingdom
Lee
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Exterior

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,870 reviews)
"Staff helpful and I stayed was clean."
United States
Thomas
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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, (5,985 reviews)
"Rooms were really clean, great staff, great places nearby"
United States
Abhay
The price is £134
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Bar (on property)

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
South San Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,869 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mustapha
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,242 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Jana
The price is £141
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,917 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet and has great views and trials. We really enjoyed staying there"
United States
Jae Youn
The price is £127
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,394 reviews)
"Great stay in San Francisco"
United States
Caitlin
The price is £150
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Lobby sitting area

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,348 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Lobby

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,384 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay close to stores I’ll be back"
United States
Geraldine
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Pickwick Hotel
Lobby sitting area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,733 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Roberto
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Ballroom

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
Bayfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,230 reviews)
"We have many time visits this hotel always good time stay relaxed and specially this hotel have a breakfast service that’s I like"
United States
Yong
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Exterior

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3.0 star property
Oyster Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,234 reviews)
"always great stay"
United States
Yolanda
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Bar (on property)

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
3.5 star property
The East Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,587 reviews)
"Very nice and great place to stay"
United States
Martha
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Exterior

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,257 reviews)
"Reasonably priced stay across the street from the airport. Pool and games on the terrace were a hit with kids."
United States
Martina
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Reception

YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,025 reviews)
"Great for families!"
United States
Nathan
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
YOTEL San Francisco
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Hotel Focus SFO

Hotel Focus SFO
3.0 star property
The East Side
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,624 reviews)
"Good hotel close to the airport - affordable with a sufficient breakfast and convenient shuttle bus."
United Kingdom
DYLAN
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hotel Focus SFO
Lounge

King George Hotel

King George Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,170 reviews)
"Staff was very pleasant and hotel was clean."
United States
ANITA
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
King George Hotel
Exterior

Hotel Fiona

Hotel Fiona
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,244 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Audrey
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Fiona
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO
3.0 star property
San Bruno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,859 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
chandra
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Skye SFO
Exterior

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
3.0 star property
Downtown South San Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,022 reviews)
"Great breakfast and friendly staff"
United States
Joey
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is £209 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£209
17 Jul - 18 Jul
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Iconic cable cars climb steep hills while the Golden Gate Bridge stretches majestically through the fog. Explore Fisherman's Wharf for fresh seafood, then take a ferry to Alcatraz where guides share fascinating stories of the former prison's notorious inmates.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Francisco?
Travellers seeking an affordable and comfortable San Francisco stay often choose Handlery Union Square Hotel. This 3-star hotel, around 0.1 mi west of the centre, comes with hypo-allergenic bedding and pool sun loungers. Want another suggestion? Situated 0.1 mi northwest of downtown and featuring a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries, Inn At Union Square is another favourite among guests.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in San Francisco?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Francisco?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in San Francisco. On top of comfortable surroundings, these more affordable properties include a wealth of amenities like complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with enhanced features such as an on-site spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and bigger rooms. No matter your preferred hotel style or budget, we have what you're looking for.