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A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
$111 nightly
$128 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Handlery Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
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
Canada
Victoria
$156 nightly
$179 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Jeffrey
$85 nightly
$97 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Seven Seas
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Sharhonda
$88 nightly
$102 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

5. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
SAID
$82 nightly
$94 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A lifeguard tower with the number 15 on it, located on a beach with the ocean in the background.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Thao
$118 nightly
$136 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
Assy Prune Celia
$214 nightly
$246 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Dana on Mission Bay
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.
A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a mirrored wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a bench. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Nicholas Ray
$143 nightly
$158 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
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 spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.

9. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Rebecca
$96 nightly
$110 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.
A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the sea.
A beach with waves, a sunset, and a row of houses along the shore.

10. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
Village of La Jolla
United States
Elizabeth
$201 nightly
$231 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Cove Suites
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.
A room with a view of a cityscape, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a floor lamp.
A tall, modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and an American flag.

11. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
United States
Kelly
$135 nightly
$157 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mirror.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.

12. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Village of La Jolla
United States
Jessica
$222 nightly
$256 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
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 compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.
A beach view with a pier extending into the ocean, a staircase leading down to the beach, and a railing with potted plants.

13. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
Point Loma
United States
nathan
$163 nightly
$184 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.
A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a bird painting.
A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

14. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Igor
$122 nightly
$140 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and large windows with a view of outdoor umbrellas.
A hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
$137 nightly
$157 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A beachside hotel with a row of beach chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a calm sea.
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 serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.

16. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Ryan
$208 nightly
$240 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort 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.
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a marina view in the background.
A hotel entrance with a modern design, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is part of the Best Western Plus chain.

17. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Julie
$126 nightly
$145 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
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.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
Point Loma
United States
Jesus
$102 nightly
$117 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the beach through a window.
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a metal fence and palm trees.
A SureStay Hotel sign with a clear view of the building, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

19. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
Chula Vista
United States
Frances
$77 nightly
$84 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.
A canal lined with palm trees and a row of buildings with balconies.
An outdoor bar area with a pool, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

20. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Point Loma
United States
Svenja
$149 nightly
$172 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
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A calm river flowing through a rocky landscape with lush greenery and trees in the background.

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Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel plus b/l/d cafe in a cool tropical setting. Close to Old Town, SDSU, and trolley. Everything you need for a relaxing stay in San Diego."
Julia 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Best Western Seven Seas
Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Na"
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Santee

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Santee, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Santee, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Santee for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Santee near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Santee 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Santee?
Carlton Oaks Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection, around 3 mi west of downtown Santee, is an Expedia guest favorite. A swimming pool and al fresco dining are just two of its amenities. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is another 3-star hotel recommended by travelers. It features pool sun loungers and a swimming pool, and is approximately 4 mi southeast of the city center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santee?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Santee will be the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more pocket-friendly and provide the conveniences and services required to be comfy, such as a gym, breakfast and WiFi. You can look forward to a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like day spas.

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