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Our top choices for San Francisco 3-star hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,456 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is ฿4,018
฿4,729 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

2. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,610 reviews)
"Very decent place to stay with “Maltese Falcon” movie history."
United States
Ian
The price is ฿3,660
฿4,301 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple entry points, and a well-lit entrance.

3. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,037 reviews)
"The room was clean the property was easy to access I enjoyed my stay"
United States
Marilyn
The price is ฿3,682
฿4,186 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."

4. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,693 reviews)
"Friendly staff and comfortable stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is ฿5,039
฿5,931 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A hotel sign for Bay Landing Hotel with a multi-story building in the background.

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,048 reviews)
"Great place to stay near airport"
United States
Leasa
The price is ฿5,106
฿5,758 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a green awning, a 'No Parking' sign, and a 'Restaurant & Bar' sign.

6. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,541 reviews)
"very nice place, we have stayed for several times."
United States
Jinyu
The price is ฿3,755
฿4,428 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

7. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,370 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, good complimentary breakfast."
United States
MELISSA
The price is ฿6,012
฿7,076 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.

8. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"Great staff and restaurant"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ฿2,419
฿2,847 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tilden Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

9. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,288 reviews)
"Very clean and proximity to airport"
United States
Scott
The price is ฿3,986
฿4,581 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

10. The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,906 reviews)
"It was a good place to stay near airport"
United States
Ellen
The price is ฿4,456
฿5,273 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Dylan at SFO
Room

11. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,277 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Cayla
The price is ฿4,041
฿4,756 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Julian
Exterior

12. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3.0 star property
Oyster Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,400 reviews)
"Wow, quiet, easy to get to SFO, reasonable price and renovated since my last stay 2 years ago"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ฿3,849
฿4,538 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
The Stanyan Park Hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and two potted trees.

13. Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel
3.0 star property
Golden Gate
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and a great location."
United States
Christopher
The price is ฿8,098
฿9,419 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stanyan Park Hotel
A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

14. Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
San Bruno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,660 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, nice breakfast, helpful staff."
United States
Pam
The price is ฿3,616
฿4,318 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Aura SFO
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,902 reviews)
"Great stay: clean, comfortable room and friendly staff. Would stay again."
United States
Xiaoshi
The price is ฿4,473
฿5,142 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a large chandelier.

16. The Mosser

The Mosser
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent location, clean bathrooms."
United States
Mónica
The price is ฿3,614
฿4,246 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Mosser
A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.

17. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,277 reviews)
"Great place for its value"
United States
Anouk
The price is ฿3,920
฿4,614 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
King George Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of greenery.

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
Bayfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,509 reviews)
"Great stay super memorable"
United States
Jorge
The price is ฿4,956
฿5,635 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
3.5 star property
The East Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,823 reviews)
"This hotel is very clean and updated. We enjoyed the indoor pool and the breakfast was amazing. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tonya
The price is ฿4,956
฿5,818 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
A modern lobby with a cityscape mural, a reception desk, seating area, and a door with blinds.

20. Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO
3.0 star property
San Bruno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,081 reviews)
"Close to SFO Breakfast included Many nice restaurants nearby Friendly staff"
United States
Terry
The price is ฿3,800
฿4,554 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Skye SFO
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฿5,380 total
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Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent
"This was such a great clean property & great location!"
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Hotel Julian
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent! Highly recommended!"
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Francisco?
Handlery Union Square Hotel, around 0.16 kilometres west of downtown San Francisco, is a guest favourite. A swimming pool and a sauna are just two of its amenities. King George Hotel is another 3-star hotel recommended by travellers. It features premium bedding and a pillow top mattress, and is about 0.16 kilometres southwest of the centre.
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