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Our top choices for Northern California 3-star hotels

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.
Room
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Jorge
S$247
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sebastian Pablo
S$197
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
eric
S$180
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.
A hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, multiple seating areas, and wooden doors labeled "BATHROOM 1" and "BATHROOM 2".
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas, and a large wooden door.

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Bayfront
United States
Samantha
S$166
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A reception area with a marble counter, a potted plant, and a framed certificate on a stand.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with multiple balconies.
A lobby with patterned carpet, blue and patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Airport District
United States
Ulises
S$101
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and multiple parking spaces.
A heated outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a fence and a building with illuminated signs.
A sign for The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay, featuring a bird and wave design.

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
San Leandro
United States
Johalis
S$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.
A sign for Outbound Mammoth with a bear sculpture and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a stone wall. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

7. Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth
Downtown Mammoth Lakes
United States
Candace
S$226
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Outbound Mammoth
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Tamy
S$215
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and buildings. There is a desk with a telephone and a lamp.

9. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
Provimar
S$218
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A spacious cafe with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.
A hotel lobby with a red patterned carpet, two white armchairs, a sofa with red cushions, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

10. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Ian
S$164
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a 'Welcome' sign.
Meeting facility
A garden pathway with a bench, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

11. Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Downtown Sacramento
United States
Marshall
S$208
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchenette.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a coffee table with a pitcher and glasses.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, desk, and lamp.

12. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Rosemary
United States
Aimee
S$176
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Garden
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a grey armchair, a small round table, and a floor lamp.
A modern bar area with a blue cabinet, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

13. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Sunnyvale
United States
Karina
S$187
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
A modern restaurant with high tables and chairs, a bar area, and a fireplace.
A modern reception area with a stone wall and a wooden ceiling.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.

14. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
San Antonio
United States
Wesley
S$189
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Morgan
S$294
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.
A room with a mirrored wall, wooden paneling, and two sofas facing a television.
A modern lounge area with round tables and sofas, a kitchen in the background, and a large window with curtains.

16. Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
North San Jose
United States
Kenneth
S$178
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large TV, and a reception desk.
A restaurant with indoor seating, large windows, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

17. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
Megan
S$208
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
A modern cafe with yellow chairs, a bar area, and large windows.
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and lounge chairs.

18. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
United States
Scott
S$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.
A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.

19. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
zoe
S$265
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Carmel Mission Inn
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire pit.
A building entrance with a wooden door, a lantern, and a planter with flowers.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, stone wall, and a large arched window.

20. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
Ocean Colony
United States
Craig
S$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Half Moon Bay Lodge
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Northern California?
There is a range of 3-star hotels in and around Northern California. Expedia customers highly recommend Handlery Union Square Hotel in San Francisco. It features a sauna and designer toiletries, and is approximately 0.16 kilometres west of the downtown area. Inn At Union Square is another top choice. Around 0.16 kilometres northwest of the centre of San Francisco, it offers hypo-allergenic bedding and designer toiletries.
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