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Golden Gate Bridge spanning the entrance to San Francisco Bay

Hotels in San Francisco

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San Francisco hotels cluster around Union Square and the Financial District for downtown convenience, Fisherman’s Wharf for a more tourist-paced waterfront stay, or near the airport for early departures.

Union Square Puts You in the Middle of It

Staying near Union Square keeps cable car lines, major shopping, and BART’s Powell Street station within a few blocks, with the Financial District and Chinatown an easy walk away.

Rates Follow Tourist Volume, Not Just the Fog

San Francisco’s priciest hotel season generally runs through summer despite the fog, driven mostly by tourist volume and convention demand rather than weather. September and October often combine clearer skies with slightly softer rates once peak summer crowds thin out.

Fisherman’s Wharf vs. Downtown

Fisherman’s Wharf area hotels put Pier 39, Alcatraz ferries, and the cable car turnaround close by, at the cost of a longer walk or transit ride to the Financial District and SoMA. Downtown stays trade some waterfront charm for faster access to BART and the airport.

Compare live rates above to find the right base for your San Francisco trip.

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San Francisco travel guides

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San Francisco: Should You Rent a Car or Rely on Public Transit?

Whether to rent a car in San Francisco or rely on Muni, the cable cars, BART and the ferries: how the city is laid out, how fares and the Visitor Passport work, what driving, parking and break-ins really mean for visitors, when a car is worth it for day trips, and a decision table by trip type.

Best Time to Fly to San Francisco: Seasons, Weather & Prices

Month-by-month guide to flying to San Francisco: the foggy summer and warm fall, the rainy season, the conventions and festivals that drive hotel rates, the cheapest and busiest windows, and choosing between SFO, Oakland and San Jose.

Things to Do in San Francisco: A First-Timer’s Guide

A first-timer’s guide to San Francisco: the Golden Gate Bridge and the Presidio, Alcatraz and the waterfront, the cable cars, Chinatown and North Beach, Golden Gate Park and Lands End, the Mission and other neighborhoods, food, sports and festivals, day trips to Muir Woods and wine country, and two sample itineraries.

FAQ

San Francisco hotels, answered

When's the best time to visit San Francisco?

Month-by-month guide to flying to San Francisco: the foggy summer and warm fall, the rainy season, the conventions and festivals that drive hotel rates, the cheapest and busiest windows, and choosing between SFO, Oakland and San Jose.

Do I need a rental car in San Francisco?

Whether to rent a car in San Francisco or rely on Muni, the cable cars, BART and the ferries: how the city is laid out, how fares and the Visitor Passport work, what driving, parking and break-ins really mean for visitors, when a car is worth it for day trips, and a decision table by trip type.

Where should I stay in San Francisco?

It depends on your plans. Our neighborhood guides cover Fisherman’s Wharf, with what each area is like and who it suits best.

Can I also compare flights to San Francisco and car rentals in San Francisco?

Yes. Our flights and car rentals pages for San Francisco each have a live search, so you can plan the whole trip in one place.