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1. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,419 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Loretta
The price is SAR 785
SAR 1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
The Dana on Mission Bay

2. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,142 reviews)
"Great property and comfortable bed with the best pillows."
United States
Tom
The price is SAR 458
SAR 528 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2,957 reviews)
"Nice place to stay while we visited the zoo."
United States
Jessica
The price is SAR 402
SAR 462 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

4. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,789 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Gregory
The price is SAR 504
SAR 622 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Handlery Hotel

5. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,333 reviews)
"Amazing, staff was great and access to the beach was lovely"
United States
Jade
The price is SAR 977
SAR 1,339 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
La Jolla Shores Hotel

6. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3,758 reviews)
"Location was great for me and the breakfast was pretty good"
United States
John
The price is SAR 352
SAR 404 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Best Western Seven Seas

7. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,314 reviews)
"Great resort"
United States
Gary
The price is SAR 808
SAR 1,137 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Bahia Resort Hotel

8. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,158 reviews)
"It was a good stay for the price!"
United States
marissa
The price is SAR 470
SAR 540 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

9. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3.5 star property
Del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,131 reviews)
"Good location that’s close to the beach and restaurants."
United States
Daniel
The price is SAR 827
SAR 936 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

10. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,195 reviews)
"Wish I knew the hotel was under construction because it was noisy in the morning while trying to enjoy the views but honestly, didn’t matter. Had a great time. Great hotel, hotel, great location and valet was reasonable. Would come back."
United States
Elena
The price is SAR 898
SAR 1,033 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
La Jolla Cove Suites

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,523 reviews)
"Everything was great"
United States
Armando
The price is SAR 508
SAR 584 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

12. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,997 reviews)
"Great stay. Great staff."
United States
Jennifer
The price is SAR 514
SAR 698 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

13. Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,963 reviews)
"Excellent Customer Service, room was clean and located really close to the main stores. Definitely the breakfast was a plus. Will be staying here again"
United States
Othoniel
The price is SAR 431
SAR 495 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Comfort Inn Sea World Area

14. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
Rancho Peñasquitos
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,409 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Clean and comfortable"
United States
Emily
The price is SAR 344
SAR 395 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

15. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,640 reviews)
"Great hotel, great staff, great laid-back vibe. This hotel is clean & spacious."
United States
Joseph
The price is SAR 489
SAR 595 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

16. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,590 reviews)
"Very nice - clean, quiet, good breakfast and very helpful staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is SAR 667
SAR 767 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

17. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,092 reviews)
"Pool and view, close to old town."
United States
Fernando
The price is SAR 537
SAR 618 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

18. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,841 reviews)
"Great location for shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Marla
The price is SAR 843
SAR 969 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

19. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
Vista
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,127 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the property was clean and safe."
United States
Miranda
The price is SAR 537
SAR 592 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar
3.0 star property
Carmel Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Everything was very nice and a great place to stay."
United States
William
The price is SAR 548
SAR 630 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar
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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.

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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.
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