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Our top choices for Central California 3-star hotels

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern chandeliers, and a bar area.
A well-maintained garden with trimmed hedges, a pathway, and a building with a sloped roof.
Outdoor lounge chairs and tables arranged in a semi-circle, with a brick wall and potted plants in the background.
A pool area with a table and chairs, surrounded by lounge chairs and a brick wall with red flowers.

1. Hotel Piccadilly

Hotel Piccadilly
Northwest Fresno
United States
michael
2.142.568 ₫
2.446.637 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Piccadilly
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a white building with teal accents.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large potted plants.
A spacious lobby with a fountain, seating area, and a reception desk.
A pool area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

2. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
United States
Martin
3.419.347 ₫
4.539.577 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and large windows.
A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

3. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
Pismo Beach
United States
Jessica
5.233.086 ₫
7.071.287 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Pacific Point Resort
A pool area with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A building with a white balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.

4. Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport & Silicon Valley

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport & Silicon Valley
Rosemary
United States
Gabriel
2.282.347 ₫
2.651.962 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport & Silicon Valley
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.
A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.

5. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
Ester
3.883.536 ₫
4.712.467 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Carmel Mission Inn
A banquet hall with rows of tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths and chairs with gold and blue sashes.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pathway, and a building with columns and windows.
A hotel lobby with a carpeted floor, a table with chairs, a blue banner, a framed picture, and a chandelier.
A conference room with a long table, six gray chairs, and a clock on the wall.

6. Piccadilly Inn Airport

Piccadilly Inn Airport
Fresno
United States
Ani
2.387.921 ₫
2.722.230 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Piccadilly Inn Airport
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.
A bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple stools, and a brick wall backdrop.
A courtyard with a stone fountain, palm trees, and a building with ivy-covered arches.

7. Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria
United States
Dan
2.242.706 ₫
2.523.044 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.
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.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchenette.

8. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Rosemary
United States
Yesenia
3.259.750 ₫
3.793.828 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
A large, multi-story lodge with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a snow-covered landscape.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, a sofa, and a view of mountains through large windows.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a stone wall.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a stone fireplace, and a balcony with a view of mountains.

9. Juniper Springs Resort

Juniper Springs Resort
Mammoth Lakes
United States
Mona
4.341.987 ₫
5.779.927 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Juniper Springs Resort
A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.
An outdoor grill attached to a brick wall, with a table and chairs nearby.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and two bedside lamps.
A modern hotel room with a kitchen, dining area, and living room. It includes a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a sofa.

10. Sonesta ES Suites Fresno

Sonesta ES Suites Fresno
North Fresno
United States
Guillermo
2.770.787 ₫
3.164.101 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Sonesta ES Suites Fresno
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a long wooden table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire pit.
A modern hotel with a rectangular pool, outdoor seating, and a multi-story building with balconies.

11. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
Rosemary
United States
Juan
3.207.594 ₫
3.702.293 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and artwork on the walls.
A terrace with outdoor seating overlooking a beach and ocean.
A landscaped garden with palm trees, a pathway, and a view of the ocean.

12. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
Pismo Beach
United States
Anton
4.078.599 ₫
4.677.949 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Spyglass Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A sunset view from a patio with chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and palm trees.

13. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Pismo Beach
United States
saundra
5.711.082 ₫
6.550.325 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a dog.
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.

14. Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth
Downtown Mammoth Lakes
United States
Cameron
3.156.897 ₫
4.425.723 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Outbound Mammoth
A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large arched window, a chandelier, a dining area with a table and chairs, and two paintings on the wall.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a table with a bottle of wine and glasses.

15. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
Downtown Monterey
United States
John
5.515.497 ₫
6.461.339 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Pacific
A historic hotel with arched windows and a classic facade.
A pier extending over calm water with boats docked nearby.
A formal living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and a chandelier.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and a mountainous backdrop.

16. The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
Downtown Monterey
United States
Jason
3.027.656 ₫
3.459.528 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Monterey Hotel
A stone building with a metal gate, a pergola, and signs indicating ice soft drinks and pool hours.
A gazebo with a hot tub, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a vanity, sink, and mirror. There is a trash can and a microwave on the counter.

17. Adelaide Inn

Adelaide Inn
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Benito
2.451.332 ₫
2.806.775 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Adelaide Inn
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.
A large banquet hall with multiple round tables set for events, featuring dark curtains, wooden flooring, and modern lighting fixtures.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the sky.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled ceiling, seating areas, and potted plants.

18. Wyndham Visalia

Wyndham Visalia
Visalia
United States
Lesly A
2.461.763 ₫
2.761.975 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Wyndham Visalia
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small chapel, and a waterfall.
A bar area with wooden beams, a colorful carpet, and a variety of bar stools.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a gazebo, and a waterfall.
A cave-like interior with a red-framed window, stone walls, and a small table with a red object.

19. Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn
San Luis Obispo
United States
Sona
3.885.622 ₫
5.298.137 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Madonna Inn
A hotel with multiple buildings, green roofs, and outdoor seating areas.
A hotel with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.
A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A large house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of a mountain.

20. Apple Farm

Apple Farm
San Luis Obispo
United States
Griselda
2.675.603 ₫
3.338.767 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Apple Farm
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Central California?
If you're visiting Las Vegas for your Central California getaway, you'll find some comfortable 3-star hotels. Many travellers select Hilton Grand Holidays Club Flamingo Las Vegas. Around 0.16 km northeast of downtown, it offers a terrace and a deep soaking bathtub. Another top-rated option is Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. Check in here and you'll have access to a pillowtop mattress and a garden, and be approximately 0.32 km north of the centre.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Central California?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central California?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in Central California. On top of cosy surroundings, these more economical properties include a variety of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, tea or coffee maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upscale features such as an on-site spa centre, indoor or outdoor pool and spacious rooms. No matter your hotel style or how much you want to spend, we have the ideal match for you.

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