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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."
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
Room
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Duncan
SAR 588
SAR 693 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
John
SAR 571
SAR 672 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
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
eric
SAR 478
SAR 563 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 spacious lobby with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas, and a large wooden door.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables set for guests, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Bayfront
United States
Tanuja
SAR 462
SAR 525 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 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 spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.
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.

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
James
SAR 532
SAR 600 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 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 bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
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 multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.

6. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Jesus
SAR 436
SAR 512 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 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 bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, and a central island with fruits and jars.
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
Greg
SAR 668
SAR 787 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.
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.

8. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
United States
Jennifer
SAR 507
SAR 583 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 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.
A modern storefront with a neon sign reading "The Dylan."

9. The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
Millbrae
United States
RAJINI
SAR 443
SAR 526 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Dylan at SFO
Exterior
An outdoor patio area with seating and a building in the background.
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, seating areas, a reception desk, and a bar area with shelves.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a colorful rug.

10. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Oyster Point
United States
Sheila Marie
SAR 443
SAR 522 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
A hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large columns, and hanging pendant lights.
A hotel entrance with a covered area, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
The East Side
United States
kathrina
SAR 366
SAR 430 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles.
Room
A hotel entrance with a black awning, brick facade, and a fire escape.
Room

12. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Rob
SAR 466
SAR 548 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 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 multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a visible ground-level cafe.
A man pouring a drink at a bar with a modern interior, including pendant lighting and a visible seating area in the background.
A lobby with a dark wood floor, a grey upholstered armchair, and a reception desk with a modern design.

13. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
Union Square
Mexico
David
SAR 483
SAR 569 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
King George Hotel
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.
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.
A Tilden Hotel with a sign for Tails & Kitchen, a white car parked in front, and a yellow taxi with passengers.

14. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
Union Square
United States
Kimberly
SAR 346
SAR 407 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 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.
The exterior of a Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear entrance, a sign indicating 'Entrance Only' and 'Clearance 9-6', and the hotel's name displayed prominently.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, bar stools, and a seating area with blue sofas.

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

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf
Canada
Marcin
SAR 604
SAR 833 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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.
A spacious lounge area with a large window offering a view of the desert landscape, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Bayfront
United States
Lori
SAR 551
SAR 626 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.
A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a bookshelf with various items.
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
United States
nizar
SAR 635
SAR 747 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A La Quinta hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.
A modern lobby with a wooden wall, seating area, and a flat-screen TV.
A gym with treadmills, a spinning machine, and various exercise equipment.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

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
SAR 507
SAR 593 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 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 modern interior with a seating area, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
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
Joy
SAR 546
SAR 627 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 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 modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
The East Side
United States
Carolyn Jeane
SAR 520
SAR 611 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
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SAR 460
SAR 696 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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SAR 612 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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SAR 795 total
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Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

8/10 Good
"No fridge in the room, not a huge deal just needed to use ice to things cold. Otherwise a fine experience, would stay again if returning to SF."
Joseph 4-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hotel Julian

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Francisco?
Expedia guests speak highly of Handlery Union Square Hotel. It features premium bedding and hypo-allergenic bedding, and is around 0.16 kilometers west of the center of San Francisco. Inn At Union Square is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located approximately 0.16 kilometers northwest of the downtown area, it offers premium bedding and hypo-allergenic bedding.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Francisco?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San Francisco will be the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally lower priced and include the amenities and services you need to be comfortable, such as a gym, breakfast and WiFi. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, deluxe bathroom products and perks like day spas.