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, Chase Center, and San Francisco Bay.

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 offers an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Handlery Union Square Hotel 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 785 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 Chase Center while you're in the neighborhood. San Francisco Bay and Pier 39 are some favorite places to visit in the area around Downtown San Francisco. 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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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

₩286,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Maria

₩243,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

₩406,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

Margaret

₩459,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

5. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Isaac

₩347,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

6. Stanford Court San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Heidi

₩385,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

7. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Supriya

₩202,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

8. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Duncan

₩259,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

9. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

John

₩241,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

10. Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Oleg

₩293,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

11. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Stephanie Lucero

₩260,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

12. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Scott

₩244,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

13. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Downtown San Francisco

Alpa

₩233,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

14. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Ramakant

₩302,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern hotel with a sleek exterior and a parked sports car in front.

15. Hotel VIA

Downtown San Francisco

David

₩315,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

16. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Downtown San Francisco

Sonia

₩323,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

17. Hotel G San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Oscar Carballo

₩256,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

18. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Cynthia

₩222,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A bridge over water with a beach in the foreground.

19. Executive Hotel Vintage Court

Downtown San Francisco

Alberto

₩224,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling and large windows offering a city view.

20. San Francisco Marriott Marquis

Downtown San Francisco

Rosalva

₩362,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown San Francisco

Property	Property class	Guest rating
LUMA Hotel San Francisco	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,630 reviews	View
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,490 reviews	View
Orchard Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,013 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,036 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,240 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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Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good

"This was a very nice hotel however, the location is not ideal for somebody who does not know the Bay Area like me. We booked here because we thought it’d be close to everything and it is not as close as we thought. It’s like a 20 minute drive for everything and on top of that it is what is considered downtown so anything past 7 o’clock was to be avoided outside of this hotel because there are a lot of homeless people outside. During our stay, we experienced a homeless man or what seem to be a homeless man come into the lobby to dispose of a syringe obviously not used for medical needs and the hotel staff addressed, but it is something that I wish my kids did not have to see well. I understand that it is best for them to be properly disposed of. I think there needs to be a safe place for them to do that and provide that service if they’re going to and not in front of full on families."

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"From the moment we arrived, Maria at the front desk made us feel welcomed and remembered. She took great care of us and set us up for success. She’s a standard bearer. Otherwise, the property is kept clean, the fitness center has great equipment and the room was spacious (especially for SF hotels). My husband and I really enjoyed our stay (6 nights)."

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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. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

4. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

5. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

6. Stanford Court San Francisco

7. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

8. Handlery Union Square Hotel

9. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10. Galleria Park Hotel

11. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

12. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

13. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

14. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

15. Hotel VIA

16. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

17. Hotel G San Francisco

18. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

19. Executive Hotel Vintage Court

20. San Francisco Marriott Marquis

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Where to stay in Downtown San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

South of Market

Nob Hill

Mission District

Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

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