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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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Our top choices for Central San Diego 3-star hotels

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
S$147
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Handlery Hotel
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

2. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Mari
S$124
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Seven Seas
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Sharhonda
S$130
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
SAID
S$120
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A lifeguard tower with the number 15 on it, located on a beach with the ocean in the background.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Thao
S$174
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.
A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.

6. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Igor
S$161
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including a bar and a buffet.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and large windows with a view of outdoor umbrellas.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
S$201
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.
An outdoor patio area with a central fountain, string lights, and potted plants.
A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.

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

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Old Town San Diego
United States
Kristen
S$211
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A round window with a view of a cityscape, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.
A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

9. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
shon
S$210
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a dining section.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a landscape.
A snack bar with shelves of snacks and a refrigerated drink display, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a green wall with the word "CRATE".

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

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Preecha
S$175
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a dining area with multiple tables and chairs.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Daniel
S$179
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by planters and a view of buildings.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a chair and table.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, a sofa, and a TV.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

12. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
United States
Destinee
S$236
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, modern seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.

13. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
S$211
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large window.
A modern interior with a central seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a dining area with a long table.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
Scripps Ranch
United States
FERDNAND GERARD
S$186
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
A modern living room with large windows, a sofa, a dining table, and potted plants.
A spacious, modern kitchen with large windows, a central island, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and multiple windows offering a city view.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and large windows offering a city view.

15. Abpopa Hillcrest

Abpopa Hillcrest
Hillcrest
United States
Elvis M
S$199
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Abpopa Hillcrest
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.
A modern hotel lobby with a long seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a bar area with multiple tables and chairs.
A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

16. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Melissa
S$204
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A modern living room with a fireplace, grey sofas, and a bookshelf.
A modern hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and palm trees.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
Kearny Mesa
United States
Willy
S$173
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a courtyard.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Kearny Mesa
United States
Marjorie
S$187
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and TV.
A hotel room with a dining area, seating arrangement, and large windows.
A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food items, a coffee station, and neatly arranged plates and bowls.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Mission Valley
United States
Edith
S$226
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white chairs, and potted plants.
A vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and other items.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a chair. There are abstract paintings on the wall and a lamp on the floor.
A hotel reception desk with a large blue abstract painting, a white chair, and a computer monitor.

20. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
South Korea
Jin Soo
S$234
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
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Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"I checked in efficiently. Property is on hotel circle so that was a great ease in navigating, both getting there by taxi and telling people where to meet me. In house bartender, I wish I remember her name was funny and cool. I'll stay there again if I pass through."
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Best Western Seven Seas
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

8/10 Good
"The rooms are good sized. It was clean and quiet. It had a large TV and good refrigerator. The bed was comfortable for me. Additionally, I ate dinner at The Crust restaurant, which was excellent."
Thomas 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

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