San Francisco, CA

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San Francisco featuring a bay or harbor and a bridge
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San Francisco which includes heritage architecture and a city
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Where to stay in 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
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
South of Market featuring skyline, a city and city views

South of Market

3.5/5(3,655 area reviews)

Oracle Park and Chase Center 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
Mission District which includes outdoor art

Mission District

3.5/5(140 area reviews)

Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like San Francisco Public Library.

Mission District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 511 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
AED 511
AED 752 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,433 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 528 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
AED 528
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
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! (4,007 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel."

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 526 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
AED 526
AED 619 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,426 reviews)
"Every"

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
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.
Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom
Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom
San Francisco
Stay at this guesthouse in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Oracle Park are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (26 reviews)
Just perfect
"Perfect for the price. Brilliant artwork."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom
BRAND NEW - ENTIRE FLOOR w/ OCEAN Beach View and PARKING!
BRAND NEW - ENTIRE FLOOR w/ OCEAN Beach View and PARKING!
San Francisco
Stay at this apartment in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Golden Gate Park and Golden Gate Bridge are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Relaxing
"I needed a place to stay while my husband was in the hospital recovering from major spine surgery. I wanted some place quite so i could relax and unwind after being at the hospital all day. When you walk in you are greeted with the most breathtaking view. All windows face the water and on a clear ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

BRAND NEW - ENTIRE FLOOR w/ OCEAN Beach View and PARKING!
Contemporary 3bedrooms 2bathrooms in private top floor locates@safe neighborhood
Contemporary 3bedrooms 2bathrooms in private top floor locates@safe neighborhood
San Francisco
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Francisco. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and housekeeping. Popular attractions Golden Gate Park and Golden ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Cheerful House
"Jerry the owner was a very gracious host and helped in every aspect of our stay without being TOO involved. He gave us tips on the places to see in and around our Sunset District area, plus San Francisco itself. He couldn’t be more kind and the house was great with everything we needed and clearly ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Contemporary 3bedrooms 2bathrooms in private top floor locates@safe neighborhood
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

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
5897
5 - Excellent 48%
4 - Good
4594
4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
1339
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
305
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

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 !