What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Union Square?

A motel is a great choice if you're gearing up to travel around Union Square. These getaways are typically located near airports and major roads, offer ample parking and come with basic amenities and services. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and additional conveniences like a lobby, gym and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Union Square?

Look forward to the free breakfast at Inn At Union Square . This 3-star stay in or close to Union Square also comes with a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries. Or begin your day with a bite to eat and a coffee or juice at Golden Gate Hotel . In addition to the complimentary breakfast, there are lots of handy amenities here too.

Do any 3-star hotels in Union Square have a pool?

Dive into relaxation mode while on your San Francisco holiday at The Phoenix Hotel or Handlery Union Square Hotel . Both these 3-star escapes in or around Union Square come with a pool. A good time for a revitalizing swim is during the summer months of June, July and August. You'll experience the warmest temperatures in September when they average from 15ºC at night to 25ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Union Square have an on-site restaurant?

With an on-site restaurant, hungry guests won't have to travel far for a meal at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square . This 3-star property in or near Union Square also offers nearby historical attractions and a pillow menu. Alternatively, see what's cooking at Kensington Park Hotel . Blackout curtains and free WiFi are two other conveniences that will add to your comfort.

Do any 3-star hotels in Union Square have WiFi?

Use the WiFi and stay connected during your break at Inn At Union Square or Handlery Union Square Hotel . They're popular 3-star hotels around Union Square that come with this essential amenity.

What 3-star hotels in Union Square have parking?

Handlery Union Square Hotel and The Donatello are two of our 3-star accommodation around Union Square with this useful amenity. Book a stay at either of these properties and you won't need to search for a parking lot or an empty spot on the street. When you're ready to do some touring away from Union Square, fill up the tank and visit Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. California's Great America is another popular day-trip option.

Do any 3-star hotels in Union Square have rooms with a kitchenette?

Certainly. You can whip up quick meals and snacks whenever you want in our 3-star properties with kitchenettes. The Donatello and Club Wyndham Canterbury are popular getaways that include this handy amenity around Union Square. The first also comes with a rooftop terrace and a spa, while the second offers a games room and free WiFi.

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1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Union Square

Duncan

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

FRANK

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Union Square

eric

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Bayfront

Tanuja

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A lobby with patterned carpet, blue and patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Airport District

Jean Mario

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

San Leandro

Jesús Emmanuel

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

7. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Emeryville

Tamy

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

8. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Ingold - Milldale

James

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

9. The Pickwick Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Jesus

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

10. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

San Antonio

Evelyn

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

11. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

Greg

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

12. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Millbrae

ross

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

13. The Dylan at SFO

Millbrae

RAJINI

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with modern furniture.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

Hayward

Deva

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

15. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Oyster Point

Sheila Marie

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large columns, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

The East Side

Karina

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles.

17. Hotel Julian

Downtown San Francisco

Nadia

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.

18. King George Hotel

Union Square

David

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.

19. Tilden Hotel

Union Square

Lamond

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf

Marcin

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in Union Square, San Francisco, California, United States of America are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Union Square, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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For a relaxed and comfy break around Union Square, it's hard to beat Handlery Union Square Hotel. This 3-star hotel is one of the best properties in the area based on reviews by Expedia travellers.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Union Square?

The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Union Square is the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more economical and provide the amenities and services you need to be comfortable, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, premium bathroom products and perks like on-site spas.

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2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

7. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

8. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

9. The Pickwick Hotel

10. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

11. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

12. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

13. The Dylan at SFO

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

15. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

16. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

17. Hotel Julian

18. King George Hotel

19. Tilden Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

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2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

7. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

8. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

9. The Pickwick Hotel

10. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

11. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

12. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

13. The Dylan at SFO

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

15. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

16. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

17. Hotel Julian

18. King George Hotel

19. Tilden Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

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