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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Orchard Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,012 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,259 reviews	View
citizenM San Francisco Union Square	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,468 reviews	View
White Swan Inn	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown San Francisco

Find the best Downtown San Francisco areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown San Francisco

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Fisherman's Wharf

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.

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Union Square

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.

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South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

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Nob Hill

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.

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Marina District

Featuring the picturesque Marina Green park and the iconic Palace of Fine Arts, this neighborhood offers a charming shopping and dining experience along Chestnut Street, with easy access via Lombard Street.

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Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was incredible"

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

8/10 Good

"Nice staff,, convenient location, comfortable bed. Shower pressure was mediocre. Room had numerous power outlets - so helpful when we had cellphones, EarPods, battery packs and laptops to charge. Room also had desk chair, club chair and an ottoman - so that more than 1 person can sit. Powell St station is just a 5 min walk away; catch the BART or Caltrain. Many great food options nearby - including GF options which is what we needed. Note - hotel’s location, though convenient, is in a sketchy part of SF, known as “the tenderloin”. Our Uber driver cautioned us not to walk around in certain streets."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good

"Very nice stay. Comfortable bed, clean room, good location. We liked the close parking lot so we could just leave the car in a safe place and use other transportation options and walk places nearby while in the city. Walking distance from SFMOMA! Great restaurant right next door called Sears Fine Food. Excellent food and good prices and service."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Francisco like?

Downtown San Francisco is a vibrant neighborhood known for its stunning architecture and top museums. Experience the best of Downtown San Francisco with a visit to Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay, and Chase Center.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown San Francisco?

Based on our traveler data, Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown San Francisco. This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from SF Masonic Auditorium, and it offers an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Fairmont San Francisco and Hilton San Francisco Financial District.

How many hotels will I find in Downtown San Francisco?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Francisco, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 830 Downtown San Francisco hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Downtown San Francisco.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown San Francisco?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown San Francisco, click here.

What is there to do in this San Francisco neighborhood?

Bring the family to Market Street Railway Museum, Children's Creativity Museum, and Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center while exploring all Downtown San Francisco has to offer. You could also plan a visit to Oracle Park or San Francisco Bay while you're in the neighborhood. Favorite places to visit in the surrounding area include Chase Center, Pier 39, and Alcatraz Island. While you're out sightseeing, Hotel Mark Twain and Feinstein's at the Nikko are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Francisco.

How can I get around Downtown San Francisco and the greater San Francisco area?

If you want to see more of the city, Market St & 5th St Stop is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Market St & Taylor St Stop and Powell St & Market St Stop. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at San Francisco Station.

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Our top choices for Downtown San Francisco hotels

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

2. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

3. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

4. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

5. Galleria Park Hotel

6. Hotel VIA

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

8. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

9. Handlery Union Square Hotel

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

11. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

12. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

13. Stanford Court San Francisco

14. Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

15. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

16. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

17. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

18. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

19. Inn At Union Square

20. The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

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Where to stay in Downtown San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

South of Market

Nob Hill

Marina District

Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

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