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5 Mar - 6 Mar
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6 Mar - 7 Mar
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6 Mar - 8 Mar
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13 Mar - 15 Mar

Our top choices for San Francisco 3-star hotels

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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, (5,356 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is ฿4,270
฿5,026 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool loungers

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,899 reviews)
"Big rooms, friendly staff, great location"
United States
Robert
The price is ฿4,716
฿5,550 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,851 reviews)
"The staff were helpful and friendly during my stay! I would stay here again! "
United States
Mirian
The price is ฿4,537
฿5,116 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bar (on property)

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
South San Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,730 reviews)
"Great food, clean room, great service!"
United States
Shruti
The price is ฿2,780
฿3,289 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Front of property

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,848 reviews)
"great hotel, well designed, comfortable beds, easy access to the bart and aiport"
United States
Alan
The Dylan at SFO
Exterior

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,660 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff"
United States
Maximo Guillermo
The price is ฿2,938
฿3,340 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Exterior

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,256 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
Jon
The price is ฿3,586
฿4,122 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Exterior

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,075 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
John Aldrane
The price is ฿3,008
฿3,480 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lobby sitting area

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,212 reviews)
"Great staff, amazing location and comfortable room."
United States
Karla
The price is ฿2,945
฿3,476 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,306 reviews)
"The staff was amazing as well as the room and the location to local attractions "
United States
Rachael K
The price is ฿4,269
฿6,051 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Reception

YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,016 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
Isaias
The price is ฿2,290
฿3,997 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
YOTEL San Francisco
Lobby

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,141 reviews)
"Historic older property but well maintained in the heart of San Francisco."
United States
Ellen
The Pickwick Hotel
Exterior

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
3.0 star property
Downtown South San Francisco
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,003 reviews)
"Pleasant stay "
United States
Alok
The price is ฿3,599
฿4,217 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
Bar (on property)

Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)
"Hotel was super quiet, clean, and in a great area. "
United States
Evelynn
The price is ฿2,530
฿3,610 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Hotel Julian
Ballroom

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, (1,963 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
William
The price is ฿3,867
฿4,397 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Lobby

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
San Bruno
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,605 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here many times and the rooms are clean, staff courteous and helpful, and location great! "
United States
Karen
The price is ฿2,815
฿3,388 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Hotel Aura SFO
Exterior

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3.0 star property
Oyster Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,983 reviews)
"I love this hotel :)"
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿3,223
฿3,849 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Parlour Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fitzgerald Hotel

Fitzgerald Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (546 reviews)
"Comfortable room, great for the price, great location, nice to have breakfast and water/ tea! Friendly staff and a really cool old building. Would stay there again. "
Canada
Robyn
Fitzgerald Hotel
Restaurant

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
Marina District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,512 reviews)
"Good location nice rooms "
United States
Gillian
The price is ฿3,987
฿4,638 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
Property amenity

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,169 reviews)
"Awesome staff and outstanding rooms. Location can't be beat. "
United States
Tim
The price is ฿6,225
฿7,326 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿4,649 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
฿4,649
฿6,774 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were one of the best things about this hotel. Spacious and Well designed. Staff was extremely curious and professional no matter the day or time. And they are perfectly located to enjoy some great food and drinks. "
Marcus 7-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Julian

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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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Francisco?
Relaxation comes easy in 3-star hotels in San Francisco. In addition to comfy surroundings, these more cost-effective lodgings include plenty of welcome amenities like WiFi, coffee maker and fitness facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upgraded features such as an on-site spa centre, pool and more spacious rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel category or budget, Expedia has what you're searching for.