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A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
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1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Jorge
￥25,965
￥30,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
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 lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.
A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sebastian Pablo
￥20,692
￥24,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
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
￥18,875
￥22,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, multiple seating areas, and wooden doors labeled "BATHROOM 1" and "BATHROOM 2".
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
Samantha
￥18,021
￥20,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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 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 spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.
A hotel sign for Bay Landing Hotel with a multi-story building in the background.

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
Provimar
￥23,908
￥26,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 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 bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
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
Ian
￥17,159
￥20,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.
A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.

7. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Morgan
￥30,826
￥36,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
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 cafe with yellow chairs, a bar area, and large windows.
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
Scott
￥21,376
￥24,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.
An outdoor patio area with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.
A modern storefront with a neon sign reading "The Dylan."
A modern reception area with a green wall, a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

9. The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
Millbrae
United States
Roneisha
￥20,141
￥23,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Dylan at SFO
Exterior
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a colorful rug.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with curtains.
An outdoor patio area with seating and a building in the background.

10. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Oyster Point
United States
Sheila Marie
￥18,337
￥21,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
A hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large columns, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.
A hotel entrance with a covered area, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in wine rack, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
The East Side
United States
kathrina
￥15,425
￥18,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles.
Room
A reception area with a mosaic wall, a blue counter, and a tiled floor.
A hotel entrance with a black awning, brick facade, and a fire escape.

12. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Rob
￥21,040
￥24,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 man pouring a drink at a bar with a modern interior, including pendant lighting and a visible seating area in the background.
A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a visible ground-level cafe.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a dining area with red chairs.

13. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
Union Square
Mexico
David
￥19,808
￥23,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
King George Hotel
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.
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
￥15,319
￥18,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Tilden Hotel
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.
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 hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.
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
United States
ROGER
￥26,759
￥36,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of greenery.
A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating, a waterfall feature, and a restaurant named "GRILLE ONE."
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a glass-enclosed area with plants, and a poolside seating area.

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Bayfront
United States
John
￥23,203
￥26,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A mural with abstract human figures and a green pattern, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.
A Marriott Vacation Club building with a prominent illuminated sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central fire feature, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.

17. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
nizar
￥26,874
￥31,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A La Quinta hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.
A gym with treadmills, a spinning machine, and various exercise equipment.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a vibrant pink armchair. A kitchen area with a countertop and sink is visible in the background.

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
￥20,827
￥24,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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 hotel with a brick pathway, lush greenery, and a balcony with a railing.
A modern interior with a seating area, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Millbrae
Canada
Joshua
￥20,713
￥23,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a buffet area featuring a variety of food items and a coffee station.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

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
￥21,872
￥25,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
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￥27,419 total
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￥21,183
￥32,374 total
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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Love the area close to airport and San Fran"
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Price trends for properties with 3 Stars in San Francisco

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￥28,717
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January
￥28,527
February
￥31,138
March
￥33,918
April
￥31,738
May
￥37,123
June
￥37,372
July
￥26,602
August
￥27,230
September
￥33,464
October
￥28,718
November
￥28,717
December
￥25,883
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed properties with 3 stars in San Francisco.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Francisco?
Travelers seeking an affordable and comfortable San Francisco stay often choose Handlery Union Square Hotel. This 3-star hotel, around 0.16 kilometers west of the center, comes with hypo-allergenic bedding and pool sun loungers. Want another suggestion? Situated 0.16 kilometers northwest of downtown and featuring a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries, Inn At Union Square is another favorite among guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Francisco?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in San Francisco. On top of comfortable surroundings, these more affordable properties include a wealth of amenities like complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with enhanced features such as an on-site spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and bigger rooms. No matter your preferred hotel style or budget, we have what you're looking for.

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