Photo by Marcel Fuentes

Find 3 Star Hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA from SAR 335

    calendar shield illustration

    Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation
    deals illustration

    Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in
    bed illustration

    Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Cardiff-by-the-Sea 3 Star Hotels

Tonight
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Tomorrow
30 Aug - 31 Aug
This weekend
29 Aug - 31 Aug
Next weekend
5 Sep - 7 Sep

Compare Cardiff-by-the-Sea 3 Star Hotels with updated room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea 3-star hotels

Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Handlery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (2018)
"Friendly staff, comfortable beds, location "
Handlery Hotel
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1642)
"Great location near the sea, many dining options, and walkable. "
The price is SAR 800
SAR 920 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
The Dana on Mission Bay
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, sun loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3695)
"Great location for exploring Mission Bay and La Jolla."
The price is SAR 634
SAR 804 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
The Dana on Mission Bay
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Lobby

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3976)
"Nice affordable place to stay, good for families. Great location, close to everything in San Diego."
The price is SAR 353
SAR 406 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2310)
"We enjoyed our stay "
The price is SAR 368
SAR 423 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2690)
"Great rooms and location "
The price is SAR 351
SAR 403 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
La Jolla Cove Suites
Pines Corner Penthouse Suite (Recently Renovated) | View from room

La Jolla Cove Suites

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1027)
"I enjoyed the quietness of the terrace room and how close the shopping area and park are. Great location, simple check in, would love to visit again"
The price is SAR 654
SAR 752 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
La Jolla Cove Suites
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Terrace/patio

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1107)
"Great place to stay with families. "
The price is SAR 526
SAR 604 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Bahia Resort Hotel
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1694)
"Beautiful property, lots to do within walking distance. Great restaurants "
The price is SAR 643
SAR 947 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Bahia Resort Hotel
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Hot springs

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1837)
"Was a great location close to several trips out"
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Best Western Seven Seas
Exterior

Best Western Seven Seas

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2916)
"Nice staff, free parking and right next to the freeway "
The price is SAR 353
SAR 405 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep
Best Western Seven Seas
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Outdoor pool

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1030)
"Great place to stay"
The price is SAR 398
SAR 459 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA
Exterior

Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA

3.5 star property
5.6 out of 10, (1044)
"Good place "
The price is SAR 335
SAR 376 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1416)
"Great stay."
The price is SAR 522
SAR 706 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Terrace/patio

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1810)
"I love this Hotel .. very clean very quiet "
The price is SAR 462
SAR 509 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Front of property

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"I have stayed here before, nice hotel"
The price is SAR 475
SAR 538 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Outdoor spa tub

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1130)
"Easy check-in, nice view, close to the ocean and restaurants. "
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
Tennis court

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (932)
"Had a good stay"
The price is SAR 436
SAR 496 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
Free daily buffet breakfast

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1356)
"Had good breakfast, quiet."
The price is SAR 360
SAR 414 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Courtyard

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Very nice place to stay. "
The price is SAR 507
SAR 583 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sep - 6 Sep
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Explore similar 4-star hotels

Many 4-star hotels have the same amenities as 3-star hotels. See all 4-star hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is SAR 739 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
SAR 739
SAR 850 total
28 Sep - 29 Sep
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,007 reviews)
Still don't see what you're looking for?
See all properties in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
You can also use these popular filters to refine your search.
PoolSpaHot tubBreakfast includedWaterpark
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Surfers catch perfect waves at Cardiff Reef while locals picnic on the bluffs of San Elijo State Beach. Grab fish tacos from seaside stands before exploring the tide pools where kids discover starfish and sea anemones.

See all hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea
This image was taken at Swamis beach just north of San Elijo campgrounds. The tide was very low so it made for a perfect walk on the beach afternoon.
Photo by Marcel Fuentes
Open Photo by Marcel Fuentes

Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites, around 5 kilometers north of downtown Cardiff-by-the-Sea, is an Expedia customer favorite. A terrace and pool sun loungers are among its many conveniences. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travelers. It features a terrace and a swimming pool, and is approximately 6 kilometers south of the city center.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Uncover the ideal trifecta of affordability, quality and comfort at a 3-star hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea with Expedia's handy filters. Enter your vacation dates and then fine-tune your search based on the amount you want to spend per night.

  • Search for the lowest price per night right now from SAR 477

What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can expect clean and comfortable rooms and amenities such as free WiFi, gym equipment and tea and coffee making facilities. These lodgings may also feature a bar and restaurant on-site. Upgrade your Cardiff-by-the-Sea break by selecting a 4-star hotel. With things like a day spa, 24-hour room service and upscale toiletries, you'll experience an enhanced level of relaxation and comfort.