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Our top choices for San Francisco 3-star hotels

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
Room
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Jorge
4.253.747 ₫
5.006.448 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sebastian Pablo
3.278.335 ₫
3.858.436 ₫ total
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
Jinyu
2.672.674 ₫
3.153.341 ₫ total
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
Kerry Jimenez
3.002.660 ₫
3.413.874 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.
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.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
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
Ingold - Milldale
United States
Provimar
3.914.847 ₫
4.413.990 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 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 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.
A spacious cafe with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.

6. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Ian
2.806.468 ₫
3.297.600 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
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 bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.

7. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
MELISSA
5.050.110 ₫
5.943.727 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and lounge chairs.
A modern cafe with yellow chairs, a bar area, and large windows.

8. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
United States
Scott
3.289.046 ₫
3.780.594 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 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.
A modern storefront with a neon sign reading "The Dylan."
A modern reception area with a green wall, a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.
A modern interior with two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street and buildings outside.

9. The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
Millbrae
United States
George
3.416.044 ₫
4.042.865 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Dylan at SFO
Exterior
An outdoor patio area with seating and a building in the background.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a colorful rug.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with curtains.

10. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Oyster Point
United States
Sakshi
2.926.474 ₫
3.450.529 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
A hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large columns, and hanging pendant lights.
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a building with large windows.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.
A hotel entrance with a covered area, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
The East Side
United States
kathrina
2.525.858 ₫
2.968.060 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles.
A reception area with a mosaic wall, a blue counter, and a tiled floor.
A hotel entrance with a black awning, brick facade, and a fire escape.
Room

12. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Sarmad
3.555.277 ₫
4.184.384 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Julian
A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.
A lobby with a dark wood floor, a grey upholstered armchair, and a reception desk with a modern design.
A man pouring a drink at a bar with a modern interior, including pendant lighting and a visible seating area in the background.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a dining area with red chairs.

13. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
Union Square
United States
Jingjing
3.146.607 ₫
3.703.399 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
King George Hotel
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.
A Tilden Hotel with a sign for Tails & Kitchen, a white car parked in front, and a yellow taxi with passengers.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.

14. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
Union Square
United States
Kimberly
2.205.090 ₫
2.595.281 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Tilden Hotel
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, bar stools, and a seating area with blue sofas.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.

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

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf
Australia
Angelo
3.703.414 ₫
5.200.418 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A dining area with tables set for service, large arched windows, and a view of the sea.
A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating, a waterfall feature, and a restaurant named "GRILLE ONE."
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of greenery.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a glass-enclosed area with plants, and a poolside seating area.

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Bayfront
United States
John
3.801.308 ₫
4.321.896 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.
A mural with abstract human figures and a green pattern, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central fire feature, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.
A Marriott Vacation Club building with a prominent illuminated sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

17. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
Canada
Shauna
4.607.530 ₫
5.422.833 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A La Quinta hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.
A gym with treadmills, a spinning machine, and various exercise equipment.
A modern lobby with a wooden wall, seating area, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a vibrant pink armchair. A kitchen area with a countertop and sink is visible in the background.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
Downtown South San Francisco
United States
Justin
3.081.862 ₫
3.607.657 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large orange sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A hotel with a brick pathway, lush greenery, and a balcony with a railing.
A lush outdoor area with a variety of plants, including ferns and flowering bushes, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a building with balconies in the background.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Millbrae
United States
Xiaoshi
3.346.022 ₫
3.846.085 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.
A modern hotel lobby with a buffet area featuring a variety of food items and a coffee station.
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
The East Side
United States
Tonya
3.583.203 ₫
4.210.332 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
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3.470.332 ₫
5.303.685 ₫ total
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Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"For the price the stay was great. Rooms were clean and modern. Staff was helpful and the location was convenient. Powell station was less than a ten minute walk so we had easy access to the BART station"
Manal 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Tilden Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Francisco?
Travellers seeking an affordable and comfortable San Francisco stay often choose Handlery Union Square Hotel. This 3-star hotel, around 0.16 km west of the centre, comes with hypo-allergenic bedding and pool sun loungers. Want another suggestion? Situated 0.16 km northwest of downtown and featuring a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries, Inn At Union Square is another favourite among guests.
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