San Francisco, CA

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San Francisco featuring a bay or harbor and a bridge
San Francisco
San Francisco which includes heritage architecture and a city
San Francisco
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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
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
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 Mint and Children's Creativity Museum 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
Financial District - Ferry Building

Financial District

4.5/5(1,246 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Financial District. Embarcadero Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at California St & Front St Stop or California St & Battery St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Financial District
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 411 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
AED 411
AED 484 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,846 reviews)
Amazing!

Reviewed on 19 November 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is AED 528 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
AED 528
AED 790 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,970 reviews)
Room is excellent

Reviewed on 20 November 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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 437 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
AED 437
AED 666 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,092 reviews)
Great breakfast. If you got a deal which includes the breakfast it is a steal. It is easily worth $20 to $25 a person if you have to pay for it.

Reviewed on 19 November 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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.
Cozy 2BR, Totally Private Suite With Parking, Convenient Public Transit

Cozy 2BR, Totally Private Suite With Parking, Convenient Public Transit

SF CA
Stay at this apartment in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Golden Gate Park and Ocean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
Easy parking. Quick communication. Keep luggage while we went into the city.

Reviewed on 15 November 2025

Cozy 2BR, Totally Private Suite With Parking, Convenient Public Transit
Kasa The Addison San Francisco

Kasa The Addison San Francisco

4 out of 5
2263 Sacramento St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi and memory foam beds. Popular attractions Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
I absolutely love this stay! Close to shops and attractions. Plenty of ways to get around , buses, bikes and ride share . I would use lift , uber is more pricy. Cute apartment type stay , loft . Bed was comfortable. My only complaint was the sky lights right over the bed. I'm on vacation lol would ...

Reviewed on 4 September 2025

Kasa The Addison San Francisco
Unforgettable Luxury Penthouse ★Breathtaking Waterfront ~ SF Bay & Skyline Views

Unforgettable Luxury Penthouse ★Breathtaking Waterfront ~ SF Bay & Skyline Views

San Francisco CA
Stay at this apartment in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Oracle Park and Chase Center are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Easy parking right across the street. Beautiful living space.

Reviewed on 13 November 2025

Unforgettable Luxury Penthouse ★Breathtaking Waterfront ~ SF Bay & Skyline Views
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
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4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
1339
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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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 !