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A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A stone-paved pathway leading to a covered entrance with a view of the sea.
A bar with three colorful cocktails on a mat, bottles and glasses in the background, and a view of the sea through arched windows.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.

1. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Alejandro
￥35,299
￥49,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the elevator.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Jennifer
￥25,358
￥29,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.

3. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
Canada
Satish
￥26,604
￥35,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Dana on Mission Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel with a sign reading "Wyndham Garden," surrounded by palm trees and a well-lit entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with bar stools and cushioned chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

4. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Nayla
￥15,099
￥17,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.
A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.
A beachside hotel with a row of beach chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a calm sea.

5. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Margarita
￥27,578
￥40,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Bahia Resort Hotel
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.
A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.
A hotel rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

6. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Douglas
￥15,883
￥17,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and dumbbells, with a TV on the wall and large windows.
A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

7. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
Point Loma
United States
alex
￥17,000
￥19,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.
The exterior of the Ocean Beach Hotel with a clear view of the entrance and large arched windows.
A beach view with a pier extending into the ocean, a staircase leading down to the beach, and a railing with potted plants.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
Ocean Beach
United States
Robert
￥21,361
￥24,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Ocean Beach Hotel
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.
An outdoor bar area with a pool, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.
A restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring high ceilings, modern lighting, and a central chandelier.

9. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Point Loma
United States
Svenja
￥28,963
￥36,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, striped armchairs, and a green ottoman.
A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave and coffee maker, a dark wood floor, and a mirror reflecting the room.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
Pacific Beach
United States
Lauren
￥18,364
￥21,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
A resort pool area with a small waterfall, surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery.
A serene garden with a pond, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a staircase, and seating arrangements.
A lush garden with palm trees, a pathway, and outdoor seating.

11. Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
La Jolla Village
United States
Jadyn Brooks
￥32,899
￥37,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned carpet. Tables are set with chairs and place settings.
A hotel entrance with a modern design, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is part of the Best Western Plus chain.
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a marina view in the background.

12. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Michael
￥21,677
￥24,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A marina with numerous boats docked, a clear sky with the sun setting, and a cityscape in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a bench.
A hotel room with a large bed, a red armchair, a balcony with a view of boats and buildings, and a lamp on the nightstand.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

13. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport
Point Loma
United States
Aaron
￥16,733
￥19,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a well-lit courtyard, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and city skyline.
A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and a television screen.

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Point Loma
United States
Luis
￥29,280
￥33,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.
A beach with sand dunes and a person walking.
A modern kitchen area with wooden cabinets, marble countertops, and a central island with plates.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a view of a bridge and buildings in the background.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Point Loma
United States
Orlyn
￥28,784
￥33,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
A square pizza on a wooden board with a fire pit in the background.
A hotel with a well-maintained lawn, palm trees, and a pool area.
Lobby
A hotel with a courtyard featuring palm trees, a golf course, and a building with balconies.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside
Point Loma
United States
Thomas
￥24,395
￥28,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a sliding glass door to a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the outside.
A beach view from a balcony with a white railing, a palm tree, and a sandy beach in the background.
A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a pool area.

17. Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Beach Hotel
Pacific Beach
United States
Amanda
￥21,723
￥24,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Surfer Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a covered seating area.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island, and a variety of appliances and storage containers.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a balcony with string lights.
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, a fireplace, and a staircase.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla
La Jolla Village
United States
David
￥37,275
￥42,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego La Jolla
A modern restaurant with high tables, booths, and a central island.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, two sofas, ottomans, and a patterned rug.
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a pool area visible through glass doors.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
United States
Wade
￥18,275
￥21,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Pacific Beach
A modern architectural entrance with a central archway, illuminated by wall-mounted lights, flanked by planters with cacti, and a pathway leading through the arch.
A person in a hot tub with a wall of greenery and a sign that says 'TAKE THE PLUNGE'.
A modern building with a sign reading "BOARDSWALK HOTEL" and a patio area with string lights.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

20. Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included
Mission Beach
￥26,109
￥29,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included
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￥40,419 total
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￥21,796
￥25,053 total
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￥74,182 total
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La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

8/10 Good
"It was fine…a bit dated. Location is amazing but it could use some updating."
Katie 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel

8/10 Good
"The parking lots are very narrow and when the hotel gets full you either cannot get into your car or you have to park in the street because people double park"
Zane 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Ocean Beach Hotel
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay"
Shawn 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Beach Cities?
You'll find a range of 3-star hotels across Beach Cities. Our guests recommend staying at Empress Hotel of La Jolla in La Jolla. It comes with an electric car charging station and premium bedding, and is approximately 2 kilometers north of the downtown area. Scripps Inn La Jolla Cove is another top pick. Around 2 kilometers northwest of the center of La Jolla, it offers a terrace and designer toiletries.
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Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in Beach Cities. Alongside comfy surroundings, these more affordable properties include an array of welcome amenities like WiFi, coffee or tea maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upgraded features such as an on-site spa, outdoor or indoor pool and larger accommodations. No matter your preferred hotel style or what you want to spend, we have what you're looking for.

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