Top 3 Star Hotels in San Diego

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3 Star Hotels in San Diego

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

1. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.

2. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Downtown San Diego

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking area with palm trees.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Downtown San Diego

$143 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.

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

Downtown San Diego

$157 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A reception area with a wooden arch, shelves with books and decorative items, and a marble counter.

6. The Davis Downtown San Diego

Downtown San Diego

$85 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

7. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Downtown San Diego

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A modern lobby with a herringbone-patterned wall, a central chandelier, and a seating area with a sunburst-patterned backdrop.

9. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Downtown San Diego

$167 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the upper floor.

10. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

National City

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

11. Best Western Seven Seas

Mission Valley

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A dimly lit bar area with a brick wall, a curved staircase, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

12. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego

$136 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

13. Handlery Hotel

Mission Valley

$104 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Point Loma

$117 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

15. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Point Loma

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel with a view of the city skyline and the ocean.

16. Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

Harbor Island

$178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

17. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego

$188 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A modern kitchen with a wooden floor, a coffee station, and a refrigerator stocked with milk cartons.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach

$118 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, overlooking a body of water.

19. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Downtown San Diego

$177 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 16 - Dec 17

A rooftop lounge with a circular seating area, a fire feature, and a city view.

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Gaslamp/Convention Center

Downtown San Diego

$146 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Top neighborhoods in San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

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A pier extending into the ocean with buildings at the end, under a partly cloudy sky.

Pacific Beach

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

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A white church with a cross on top and a curved roof against a clear blue sky.

Mission Valley

Boasting major shopping malls like Fashion Valley Mall and Westfield Mission Valley, this area offers entertainment and historic sites such as Mission San Diego de Alcalá and Presidio Park. Easily accessible via the San Diego Trolley system's Green Line.

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Little Italy

San Diego's artistic Little Italy neighborhood is loved for its restaurants and waterfront, and visitors often enjoy its varied attractions including Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay.

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A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier, and dense urban buildings.

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

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Top landmarks in San Diego

A zoo entrance with a panda sculpture, ticket booth, and people.

San Diego Zoo

9.2/10 (15,439 reviews)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you can't resist those cuddly critters you might want to pay a trip to San Diego Zoo, located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central San Diego. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is artsy and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at San Diego Zoo, you'll love San Diego Natural History Museum and Balboa Park Carousel, both a short walk away.

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A naval ship docked at a port with a city skyline in the background.

USS Midway Museum

9.4/10 (6,283 reviews)

USS Midway Museum is just one of the attractions in Downtown San Diego, San Diego so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture San Diego has to offer, head to San Diego Convention Center, San Diego Zoo, and Navy Pier.

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