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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, (1,729 reviews)
"Great food, clean room, great service!"
United States
Shruti
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
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, (5,284 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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, (2,631 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff"
United States
Maximo Guillermo
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Lobby

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,118 reviews)
"Historic older property but well maintained in the heart of San Francisco."
United States
Ellen
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
The Pickwick Hotel
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, (4,832 reviews)
"Great bay view, awesome breakfast and proximity to the airport."
United States
Julie P
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Front of property

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,826 reviews)
"great hotel, well designed, comfortable beds, easy access to the bart and aiport"
United States
Alan
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
The Dylan at SFO
Exterior

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,043 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
John Aldrane
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lobby sitting area

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,194 reviews)
"Great staff, amazing location and comfortable room."
United States
Karla
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Exterior

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,249 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
Jon
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Aloft San Francisco Airport
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, (1,571 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly front desk employees, a great affordable place to stay "
United States
Joel
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
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, (1,994 reviews)
"Check-in and check-out went smoothly with staff, clean rooms and overall nice hotel. "
United States
Giovanna
The price is £154
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Exterior

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3.0 star property
Oyster Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,967 reviews)
"I love this hotel :)"
United States
Daniel
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,295 reviews)
"Great location! Clean rooms and comfortable beds!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool loungers

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,857 reviews)
"Friendly staff great location "
United States
Tiffany
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection
3.0 star property
Union Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,430 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff"
United States
madina
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection
Lobby

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
San Bruno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,592 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here many times and the rooms are clean, staff courteous and helpful, and location great! "
United States
Karen
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Hotel Aura SFO
Café

Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel
3.0 star property
Golden Gate
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect locatuon, cute clean hotel"
United States
Lori
The price is £187
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stanyan Park Hotel
Hiking

Executive Hotel Vintage Court

Executive Hotel Vintage Court
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,067 reviews)
"The location is good as it is easy to get to touristic destinations quickly both with Uber and public transportation "
Australia
Timothy Matthew
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Executive Hotel Vintage Court
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, (1,945 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
William
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Parlour Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fitzgerald Hotel

Fitzgerald Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (535 reviews)
"Comfortable room, great for the price, great location, nice to have breakfast and water/ tea! Friendly staff and a really cool old building. Would stay there again. "
Canada
Robyn
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Fitzgerald Hotel
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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6 Mar - 7 Mar
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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

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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.