San Francisco, CA

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San Francisco featuring a bay or harbor and a bridge

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Where to stay in San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(1,084 area reviews)

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

Downtown San Francisco
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

Union Square

4/5(5,164 area reviews)

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Union Square
Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a bay or harbor

Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(38 area reviews)

Discover Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in this bustling tourist hotspot. Savor seafood at family-owned restaurants and explore the sea lion colony, while enjoying convenient cable car access.

Fisherman's Wharf
South of Market featuring skyline, a city and city views

South of Market

3.5/5(3,655 area reviews)

San Francisco Bay and Oracle Park are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.

South of Market
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4.5/5(1,100 area reviews)

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

Nob Hill
North Beach which includes skyline and a city

North Beach

4.5/5(2,699 area reviews)

Adjacent to Chinatown and the Financial District, this "Little Italy" boasts Italian restaurants, cafes, and bakeries along Columbus Avenue and Washington Square. Explore the National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi and City Lights Bookstore.

North Beach
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 411 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 411
AED 471 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,302 reviews)
"Lovely sized room (2 queens) with amazing views of the city (high floor room). Staff was very friendly and a nice restaurant, bar, and quick bite options available downstairs."

Reviewed on 17 November 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 372 per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
AED 372
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (694 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 16 November 2024

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 376 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
AED 376
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,039 reviews)
"Quiet, safe, walkable to local restaurants and the Embarcadero, super clean. It's our go to hotel in SF. Perfect for those who want all of the above and are on a budget."

Reviewed on 16 November 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
3BD House/4 Beds Near Golden Gate Park !
3BD House/4 Beds Near Golden Gate Park !
San Francisco
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Golden Gate Park and Presidio ...
7.6/10 Good! (43 reviews)
Good size home to fit family!
"Good size home to fit family! Great communication! Location is good."

Reviewed on 6 August 2024

3BD House/4 Beds Near Golden Gate Park !
Newly Remodeled, Totally Private Suite W/Parking, Convenient Public Transit
Newly Remodeled, Totally Private Suite W/Parking, Convenient Public Transit
San Francisco
Stay at this apartment in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Golden Gate Park and Chase ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
Great place to hang your hat.
"Convenient location, amenities close by and sites to see about a 20 min car ride. Mass transit will get you where your going but the transit maps are a little confusing."

Reviewed on 9 October 2024

Newly Remodeled, Totally Private Suite W/Parking, Convenient Public Transit
Kasa The Addison San Francisco
Kasa The Addison San Francisco
2.5 out of 5
2263 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, memory foam beds, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Pier 39 and Presidio of San Francisco ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
"what a lovely neighbourhood. Fillmore street is a couple of blocks away, easy transit outside the door."

Reviewed on 31 October 2024

Kasa The Addison San Francisco
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of San Francisco

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1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I have lived here for 25 years and it’s become a filthy dirty stinky place to be I can’t wait to move away from San Francisco.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

San Francisco has beautiful things

5/5 - Excellent

Mr.NEH

love the city.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Even though we were there during Covid and there weren’t many businesses open, we still had a wonderful stay.

3/5 - Okay

Mojo

Getting harder to enjoy. COVID an issue when I was there.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I love SF !

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