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A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign for the Hyatt Regency.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

1. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Downtown San Francisco

AED 591

AED 843 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee table, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel lobby with a long corridor, seating area, and elevators.

2. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

Relax beside ocean breezes with daily beach shuttle access and evening fireside retreats.

AED 457

AED 689 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A cityscape with a prominent tall building featuring a grid of windows and a flat roof.

A narrow, wooden-paneled corridor with shelves on either side displaying bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a city view.

3. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Union Square

AED 492

AED 752 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

A row of colorful Victorian houses with a city skyline in the background.

A restaurant with a city view, tables with glasses, and a menu.

A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a bartender. There are shelves with bottles and glasses, and a view of the city through large windows.

4. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Union Square

AED 533

AED 627 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious living area with a city view, modern furniture, and a patterned carpet.

5. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square

AED 653

AED 937 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

A living room with a teal sofa, patterned cushions, a glass coffee table, a white chair, a desk with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.

6. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Union Square

AED 438

AED 516 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

7. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

AED 511

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.

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 room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

8. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf

AED 602

AED 828 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Beach hotels with pools in San Francisco

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

A modern hotel bar with a counter displaying pastries and a digital screen in the background.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a kitchen area, and a display case with snacks.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

AED 457

AED 689 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

AED 511

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious living area with a city view, modern furniture, and a patterned carpet.

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square

AED 653

AED 937 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

A woman sitting by a window with a city view, holding a glass of wine and a pink bag.

A restaurant with a city view, tables with glasses, and a menu.

A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a bartender. There are shelves with bottles and glasses, and a view of the city through large windows.

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Union Square

AED 533

AED 627 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

A waterfront pier with wooden platforms where seals are resting.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a ceiling with a blue marble pattern, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern building with a glass facade and a prominent entrance.

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

AED 683

AED 1,012 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A dining area with a long table, six wooden chairs, and two sofas.

A landscaped garden with a central fountain, surrounded by manicured lawns and flower beds, with a view of mountains in the distance.

A building with a sign reading "Chirardell" and a restaurant named "mirada de elli" below it.

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

AED 531

AED 802 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.

A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.

A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.

A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

AED 1,121

AED 1,492 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

Room

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Union Square

AED 603

AED 710 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a bridge, a flat-screen TV, a clock, and a brown leather sofa.

A room with large windows overlooking a bridge and a body of water.

Lobby

A cozy hotel lobby with a fireplace, two tables with teapots, and comfortable seating.

Harbor Court Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

AED 731

AED 1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A bar area with multiple screens, a bar counter, seating, and a view through a large window.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a central desk, a decorative wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a TV, and a window.

A modern building with a swimming pool, string lights, and tables with candles.

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf

AED 573

AED 826 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in San Francisco

A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign for the Hyatt Regency.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Downtown San Francisco

AED 591

AED 843 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A cityscape with a prominent tall building featuring a grid of windows and a flat roof.

A narrow, wooden-paneled corridor with shelves on either side displaying bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a city view.

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Union Square

AED 492

AED 752 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

A modern hotel bar with a counter displaying pastries and a digital screen in the background.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a kitchen area, and a display case with snacks.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

AED 457

AED 689 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

AED 511

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious living area with a city view, modern furniture, and a patterned carpet.

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square

AED 653

AED 937 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.

A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.

A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.

A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.

Fairmont San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

AED 1,028

AED 1,405 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

A woman sitting by a window with a city view, holding a glass of wine and a pink bag.

A restaurant with a city view, tables with glasses, and a menu.

A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a bartender. There are shelves with bottles and glasses, and a view of the city through large windows.

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Union Square

AED 533

AED 627 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a large window offering a cityscape view, a lamp, and a chair.

A breakfast bar with seating and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel courtyard with a well-maintained garden, a barbecue grill, and a Comfort Inn sign.

Comfort Inn by the Bay

Cow Hollow

AED 408

AED 481 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.

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 room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf

AED 602

AED 828 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A buffet area with a variety of food items and condiments.

A modern bar area with a colorful ceiling, wooden stools, and a bar counter.

A modern building with a glass facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with illuminated signage.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a neatly made bed, and a hanging light fixture.

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Union Square

AED 444

AED 523 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Loved staying here wished I booked more days !"

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean quiet and close to the airport"

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel staff took excellent care of us and ensured we had a wonderful stay."

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great shower! Well thought out amenities. Would stay again."

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Good places nice view"

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Un hotel muy céntrico, cerca de muchos lugares que se puede ir caminando, zona tranquila y segura, el personal muy amable, súper atento, las habitaciones muy limpias, con camas y almohadas muy cómodas , el desayuno delicioso muy variado y completo. El transporte público pasa justo al frente y puedes tomar la ruta 28 , por 2.50 dólares te lleva al Golden Gate. Muy conveniente."

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great"

Frequently asked questions

What is San Francisco like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its museums and theater, San Francisco offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.

What's the best accommodation for a beach vacation in San Francisco?

Mirage Inn and Suites is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 5-minute walk of Ocean Beach. Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport is another good choice to stay near the beach.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in San Francisco?

Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in San Francisco: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for San Francisco is 18 inches.

What is there to see and do around San Francisco?

After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to China Beach or Seal Rocks Beach for some quality time by the water. Experience the area's museums and theater, and make time for local attractions like Oracle Park and Pier 39. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Chase Center or San Francisco Bay.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in San Francisco?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in San Francisco with ease. To get to San Francisco, you can fly into Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), the closest major airport, which is located 11.8 mi (19.1 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop, Powell St & Post St Stop, and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop.

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