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Our top choices for South San Diego 3-star hotels

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1. Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.4 out of 10, Good, (2,430 reviews)
"A modest and clean hotel, recommended, with reasonable prices."
United States
AHMAD
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

2. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,204 reviews)
"Solid place to stay"
United States
Neal
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Rambler Hotel
A courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

3. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
6.2 out of 10, (1,697 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, helpful, friendly, parking was easy i parked right by the office as well as near my room it was cozy quiet clean fully equipped smelled clean bed comfy , great experience i will return"
United States
Cynthia
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.

4. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,003 reviews)
"A good hotel, with a good location at a very good price, has a reasonable breakfast."
Brazil
Sergio
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A modern interior with a long table and blue chairs, large windows with a view of palm trees and parked vehicles outside.

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG
2.5 star property
Otay Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,940 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and beds were sooo comfy"
United States
Helen
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG
A hotel with a large swimming pool, multiple water slides, and a well-lit outdoor area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

6. Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
4.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (699 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at the Gaylord! Everything was great, and I have no complaints. The restaurants were excellent, and having Starbucks downstairs was amazing—a perfect way to start the morning. I really enjoyed my visit and would happily stay again!"
United States
Joane
The price is £272
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
A modern kitchen area with a self-serve station, including a waffle maker, coffee machine, and various food items.

7. Best Western Chula Vista/Otay Valley Hotel

Best Western Chula Vista/Otay Valley Hotel
2.5 star property
Otay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,023 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Mario
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Chula Vista/Otay Valley Hotel
A breakfast bar with La Quinta branding, a coffee machine, and a waffle display.

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,780 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Nuwan
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV mounted above the counter.

9. Studio 6 Suites San Ysidro, CA -San Diego South Bay

Studio 6 Suites San Ysidro, CA -San Diego South Bay
2.5 star property
San Ysidro
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,819 reviews)
"Pretty decent stay, not bad area"
United States
Zach
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Studio 6 Suites San Ysidro, CA -San Diego South Bay
A Holiday Inn Express building with a prominent entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

10. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
Chula Vista
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,636 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG
A modern living room with large windows, a leather sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Chula Vista/San Diego

Days Inn by Wyndham Chula Vista/San Diego
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,311 reviews)
"The hotel staff were very friendly and professional."
United States
Hector
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Chula Vista/San Diego
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hercor Hotel' sign, multiple balconies, and a 'Urban Boutique' label.

12. Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique

Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,569 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
fannie
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

13. Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
United States
Alejandro
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Milagro
A building with a stone base, a palm tree, and a flower garden.

14. Chula Vista Inn

Chula Vista Inn
2.5 star property
Chula Vista
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff is great, but the property desperately needs a remodel."
United States
Justin
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Chula Vista Inn
A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and potted plants.

15. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
2.5 star property
Chula Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,714 reviews)
"The breakfast and the staff were great!"
United States
Xochitl
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and large windows.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach San Diego
2.5 star property
Mar Vista
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay in imperial beach. Would stay here again."
United States
Joshua
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach San Diego
A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown accent, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a simple room with plain walls.

17. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (307 reviews)
"Stayed for 18 days and they were extremely nice people!"
United States
Aidan
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Baycities Motel
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

18. Best Western Americana Inn

Best Western Americana Inn
2.5 star property
San Ysidro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,411 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful and the room was clean! Breakfast had great options and all good. Recommend for a great affordable stay!"
United States
Rene
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Americana Inn
A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bedside table.

19. Valli Hi Motel

Valli Hi Motel
2.0 star property
San Ysidro
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,163 reviews)
"Great stay and good room."
United States
Christian
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Valli Hi Motel
A breakfast station with bread, bagels, waffles, and a coffee machine.

20. Quality Suites San Diego Otay Mesa

Quality Suites San Diego Otay Mesa
2.5 star property
Otay Mesa
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"clean room nice place to stay"
Mexico
Anonymous traveller
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quality Suites San Diego Otay Mesa
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What are the best 3-star hotels in South San Diego?
If you're going to Chula Vista for your South San Diego holiday, you'll find some good 3-star hotels. Many of our guests book SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay. Around 1 mi west of downtown, it offers a swimming pool and pool sun loungers. Another highly rated choice is Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique. Settle in here and take advantage of premium bedding and a terrace, and be approximately 1 mi southwest of the city centre.
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Book a room at a 3-star hotel and you can expect tidy and comfortable rooms and amenities such as complimentary WiFi, gyms and tea and coffee makers. These properties may also offer an on-site restaurant and bar. Elevate your South San Diego holiday by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a spa and wellness centre, 24/7 room service and luxury bathroom products, you'll enjoy an enhanced level of relaxation and comfort.

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