What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Bay Area?

One of the perks of staying at a motel in or near Bay Area is budget-friendly rates. This means more cash in your wallet to visit some leading attractions. Often set near airports and highways, and with plenty of parking, this kind of getaway is a popular option among road trippers. When you stay at a 3-star hotel, you'll get more than just a comfortable room to relax in. You'll also usually have access to amenities like business services and a gym.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Bay Area?

Start your day the right way by savoring the free breakfast at Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Cupertino . This leading option also includes a barbecue grill and an electric car charging station. Alternatively, pour a cup of coffee and fuel up at Cypress Inn On Miramar Beach . These 3-star properties in Bay Area will save you the inconvenience of finding someplace to eat in the mornings.

Do any 3-star hotels in Bay Area have a pool?

Unpack your swimsuit and dive into the pool at Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos . Another 3-star escape where you can splash around in between sightseeing trips is Dinahs Garden Hotel . The warmest months of June, July and August are a good time to book a hotel with a pool in Bay Area. Daily average temperatures range from 15ºC at night to 26ºC during the day in the warmest month of September.

What 3-star hotels in Bay Area have an on-site restaurant?

Expedia has a selection of 3-star getaways with an on-site restaurant in San Francisco, Bay Area. One option where you can satisfy your hunger in between touring the sights is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square . Blackout curtains and a nearby metro station are a couple of other conveniences here. Or check in and browse the menu at Kensington Park Hotel , which also comes with dry cleaning and laundry services and front desk services.

Do any 3-star hotels in Bay Area have WiFi?

Whether you're catching up on emails or reading restaurant recommendations, you can connect to all of your online needs at our 3-star hotels with WiFi. Expedia has some comfortable options located in San Francisco, Bay Area, like Inn At Union Square and Handlery Union Square Hotel . Depending on the hotel, WiFi might be included in the room price or available for an extra charge.

What 3-star hotels in Bay Area have parking?

Book one of our 3-star stays with parking in Bay Area and spare yourself the stress of looking for somewhere to leave your wheels. Mill Valley Inn and Waters Edge Hotel are two that include this amenity and a whole load more. There's so much to see and do while you're in Bay Area. Pier 39 and Stanford University are just the beginning of your adventures.

Do any 3-star hotels in Bay Area have rooms with a kitchenette?

Book one of our 3-star properties with kitchenettes in Bay Area and look forward to the freedom and ease of preparing your own food. If you're traveling to San Francisco, have a look at The Donatello . Premium bedding and a terrace are among its many amenities. Club Wyndham Canterbury also has rooms with cooking facilities, in addition to free WiFi and front desk services.

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Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

South San Francisco

Florence

￥16,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Deja

￥21,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Bayfront

darrell

￥14,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

The Pickwick Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Orlando

￥18,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bayfront

Christine

￥25,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

The Dylan at SFO

Millbrae

Thomas

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Airport District

Hans

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

Millbrae

Thomas

￥16,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Union Square

Andrea

￥15,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Millbrae

Christopher

￥20,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

East Peralta

Winston

￥20,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Sunnyvale

ryan

￥18,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Maple Tree Inn

Sunnyvale

Alexis

￥13,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Palo Alto

Brian

￥25,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 19 - Dec 20

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

Millbrae

Rivera

￥19,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

Briseida

￥29,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Airport District

Cesar

￥18,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Oyster Point

JORGE

￥17,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fremont / Silicon Valley

Bayside

Mark

￥12,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Palo Alto

Neil

￥27,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

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5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA

￥26,119

￥37,843 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Bay Area?

If you're traveling to San Francisco for your Bay Area break, you'll find some comfortable and convenient 3-star hotels. Many of our customers choose Handlery Union Square Hotel. Around 0.16 kilometers west of downtown, it offers designer toiletries and premium bedding. Another highly rated option is Inn At Union Square. Stay here and enjoy access to a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries, and be approximately 0.16 kilometers northwest of the city center.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Bay Area?

Book a stay at a 3-star hotel and you can expect well-kept and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as complimentary WiFi, exercise equipment and tea and coffee makers. These properties may also feature a bar and restaurant on-site. Upgrade your Bay Area trip by opting for a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness center, round-the-clock room service and deluxe toiletries, you'll enjoy a superior level of comfort and relaxation.

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