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Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1731)
"excellent location, service and amennities"
United States
leo
$150 nightly
The price is $173
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3172)
"Great stay and location!"
United States
Jason
$133 nightly
The price is $153
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3113)
"we like the location, free parking and breakfast."
United States
yi
$85 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

3.5 star property
Point Loma
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1175)
"The location was very accessible. "
United States
ALI REZA
$91 nightly
The price is $103
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3494)
"Clean room nice staff right off of the freeway. "
United States
Olivia
$116 nightly
The price is $128
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (387)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly."
United States
Li Li
$119 nightly
The price is $137
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2427)
"Front desk staff was kind, knowledgeable and efficient "
United States
Elizabeth
$88 nightly
The price is $102
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Best Western Seven Seas

3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (3044)
"In spite of the construction, we enjoyed our short stay and will come again!"
United States
Patricia
$85 nightly
The price is $97
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Seven Seas

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3906)
"Staff was great, room was spotless, and map was easy to follow."
United States
Rosa
$166 nightly
The price is $191
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1810)
"Staff was friendly from check in "
United States
Carmelo
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (718)
"Great staff, great location, great value. "
United States
Juan
$103 nightly
The price is $120
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1439)
"Good place to stay, and clean"
United States
Yuke
$103 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4099)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Aniket
$85 nightly
The price is $97
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1806)
"Staff was very friendly hotel was very very clean! "
United States
Antonio
$175 nightly
The price is $202
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel

La Jolla Cove Suites

3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1087)
"The great ocean view, the friendly service from staff and the comfortable beds!"
United States
John
$136 nightly
The price is $156
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Cove Suites

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2684)
"Loved our stay kids loved it the views and room where perfect definitely recommend "
Canada
Skyesong
$166 nightly
The price is $191
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

3.5 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"Good value Nice place to stay "
United States
John
$85 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1224)
"Great location, great hotel. Will stay again. "
United States
Felicia
$129 nightly
The price is $150
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1228)
"Very nice clean room and amenities and staff was pleasant and we love the location. "
United States
Arnold
$137 nightly
The price is $159
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1399)
"This place is a real vacation place I keep coming back to it cause it makes me feel satisfied "
United States
Fadi
$127 nightly
The price is $146
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
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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.

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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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