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.

Top Downtown San Francisco Hotels

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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

Greg

₩315,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Maria

₩300,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

3. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Jennifer

₩400,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

4. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Juan

₩417,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

5. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Amber

₩380,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

6. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Jay

₩244,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

7. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

John

₩227,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

8. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Supriya

₩218,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

9. Stanford Court San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

janice

₩374,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

10. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Downtown San Francisco

Gabriela

₩331,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

11. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Oleksandra

₩285,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

12. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Downtown San Francisco

Alpa

₩261,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

13. Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Oleg

₩310,768 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

₩275,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.

15. King George Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

David

₩160,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

16. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Andranik

₩245,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

17. The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

Downtown San Francisco

Hye

₩197,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

18. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Jose

₩412,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

19. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Gary

₩394,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

20. The Pickwick Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Jesus

₩160,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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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 1,003 reviews	View
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,472 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,233 reviews	View
White Swan Inn	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hotel Nikko San Francisco	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,089 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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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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