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 and San Francisco Bay during your trip.

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

Based on our traveler data, Handlery Union Square Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown San Francisco. This hotel is steps from Union Square, and offers an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 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 832 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 Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center, Market Street Railway Museum, and Children's Creativity Museum 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. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Francisco include Pier 39, Hotel Mark Twain, and Feinstein's at the Nikko. While you're out sightseeing, Marrakech Magic Theater and Warfield Theatre 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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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

Todd

₩312,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Maria

₩260,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

3. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Juan

₩413,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

4. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Jennifer

₩357,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

5. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Downtown San Francisco

Alpa

₩234,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

6. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Paul

₩219,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a clear view of the skyline.

7. Stanford Court San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

janice

₩372,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

8. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Amber

₩374,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

9. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

John

₩243,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

10. Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Oleg

₩283,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

11. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Supriya

₩222,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

12. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Downtown San Francisco

Ariel

₩328,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A grand lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a fireplace.

13. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Andrea-Liis

₩253,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'PARC 55' sign, a 'Barbary Coach' restaurant, and a view of the street with light trails from moving vehicles.

14. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Janet

₩261,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

15. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

OZUM

₩231,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

16. The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

Downtown San Francisco

Elizabeth

₩198,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A classic red convertible parked in front of a grand hotel with ornate architecture and multiple entrances.

17. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Brenda

₩375,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and booths, a tiled pillar, and a unique ceiling design.

18. Hotel G San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Tracy

₩257,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

19. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Anna

₩314,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern interior with round tables and chairs, a patterned rug, and a large wooden wall.

20. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Gary

₩374,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown San Francisco

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Orchard Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 2,307 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,233 reviews	View
Orchard Garden Hotel	4.0 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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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

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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Mission District

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 SOMA Pilipinas.

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Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"This was our first time staying at this hotel, and we definitely were not disappointed! All the staff were friendly from the moment we arrived. Our room was perfect; clean, great size, and had everything we needed. There is a bar and restaurant on the 1st floor and they also offer a great breakfast! The hotel is close to the wharf as well, which was great."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in an excellent location just a few steps from Union Square, the cable car stop, and the BART train station, not to mention all the clothing stores and food options around it. The room was clean and very comfortable with a refrigerator inside, and I really liked the free cookies, apples, and water in the lobby. However, the service from the lobby staff could be improved, as they misplaced my small suitcase and only found it after checking three times. Management should improve staff training so they follow protocols and do not affect customers. I would stay at the hotel again, but I would be careful with the lobby staff."

The Pickwick Hotel

8/10 Good

"Tired basic hotel. Clean and fairly good value for money. Air con worked but rattled a bit. We had no cleaning service on Sunday just a bit under the door saying due to high occupancy we are unable to service your room. I had to phone and go down for more coffee pods. Choice maker and small fridge in rooms which was nice. Very good location with bus rides and train station all 2 minute walk. Large supermarket within 7-10 min walk."

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel! Right in Union Square. Beds were very hard and pillows kind of sucked. But overall the rooms were nice and very clean. We were on the 29th floor which was a cool view Parking is horrible and because we have a bigger truck they couldn’t valet it and had no idea how to help us and just kind of left us to figure it out, Thankfully we found ONE garage down the street that took bigger vehicles (thanks ChatGPT for finding it)."

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Our top choices for Downtown San Francisco hotels

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

5. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

6. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

7. Stanford Court San Francisco

8. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

9. Handlery Union Square Hotel

10. Galleria Park Hotel

11. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

12. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

13. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

14. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

15. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

16. The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

17. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

18. Hotel G San Francisco

19. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

20. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

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