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Where to stay in Northern California

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Vibrant activity in Union Square, San Francisco with palm trees and bustling city life

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.

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩194,612 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩194,612
₩229,042 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (5,347 reviews)
This is our second time staying at this hotel, and we'll continue to stay here when we are back in SF. All of the staff we interacted with were extremely friendly. The hotel offers great city views, and the rooms are clean with modern amenities. The Hotel is in great locaton, with grocery stores, ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩203,683 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
₩203,683
₩299,053 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (7,339 reviews)
Everyone was kind and very helpful. The room was spotless when we checked in. Only stayed 2 nights so we didn’t have our room cleaned.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩286,842 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
₩286,842
₩341,071 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,984 reviews)
We had a great time!

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Redwood National and State Parks showing forest scenes and a bridge

Redwood National and State Parks

Walk amid towering trees, hike along scenic coastal trails and spot rare wildlife at this spectacular national park in North Coast California.

Redwood National and State Parks
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Stanford University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford University
Yosemite Falls showing a waterfall and mountains

Yosemite National Park

The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque.

Yosemite National Park

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Northern California due to COVID-19?
Our handy Customer Service Portal is your one-stop shop for most travel questions, including about flight cancellations and changes due to COVID-19. For greater peace of mind, we recommend looking over the terms and conditions of your preferred carrier before booking a seat.
What's the best way to find cheap flights to Northern California that have flexible change policies?
Search for your low-cost flights to Northern California, then mark the "No change fee" box underneath the "Flexible change policies" filter. It really is that easy. We know that things can change and flexibility matters, so you can book with confidence with Expedia.
What are some of the general tips for travelers to Northern California during the COVID-19 outbreak?
If it's your first time traveling during the COVID-19 outbreak, you'll notice a range of new regulations and rules in place. Take note of these tips and make your trip to Northern California go off without a hitch:
  • Investigate if any travel restrictions apply to your origin and destination before locking in your flight. Also check if there are any requirements you'll have to follow on arrival, such as health testing.
  • When you pass through airport checkpoints, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to briefly lower it for identification purposes. Passengers who refuse to wear a face mask may face civil penalties and may also be escorted from the terminal.
  • To avoid cross-contamination, place your boarding pass on the scanner yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your pass directly to a TSA employee.
  • TSA now allows passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will have to be removed from your bag to be screened.
  • Put any personal items (keys, wallet and phone) in your carry-on instead of a bin to reduce handling during screening.
  • Transport all food items in a clear plastic bag and also place them in a screening bin. Keeping your food separate from your carry-on makes it less likely that a TSA agent will need to open your bag for inspection.

Which airlines fly to Northern California?
Reserve your ticket with Southwest Airlines and then begin working on your Northern California itinerary. This well-known airline offers 1914 flights a month to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), a key gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Northern California?
Start searching as early as possible, fly in or out of nearby airports, use points or miles — there are loads of ways! One more is to use Expedia's "flexible dates" function. Search for your Northern California flight, then check out the cheapest prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a flight to Northern California was .
How much is a flight to Northern California?
You could have locked in a round-trip airfare to Northern California from anywhere between and in the last seven days. For one-way journeys taking off from (), the lowest price during this time was just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Northern California?
Start organizing your Northern California getaway by booking a ticket on one of the 4477 monthly flights to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). This is the region's main point of entry.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Northern California?
If you can be flexible with what date you travel to Northern California, fly out early in the week. The cheapest day to take off is normally Tuesday, closely followed by Monday. Saturday is typically the priciest day, with many people choosing to fly on the weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Northern California?
In the last seven days, plane tickets to Northern California varied between and . Prices depend on multiple things, particularly the time of departure, airline, cabin class and when the fare is booked.
Which airlines with flights to Northern California employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
Social distancing is the tip of the iceberg for new air travel measures to minimize the spread of COVID-19. From check-in to arrival, these carriers will bring you to your destination with greater peace of mind:
  • Southwest Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • United Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • Alaska Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.

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