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

1. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Isaac

₩333,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

2. San Francisco Marriott Marquis

Downtown San Francisco

Rosalva

₩344,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

3. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Downtown San Francisco

Sonia

₩307,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

4. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Jennie

₩274,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

5. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

eric

₩188,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

6. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Janet

₩218,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.

7. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Elmer Antonio

₩381,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

8. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Scott

₩257,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

9. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Downtown San Francisco

Sebastian Pablo

₩212,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

10. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Sina

₩407,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

11. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Patrice

₩190,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

12. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Gary

₩351,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.

13. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Amanda

₩376,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

14. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Downtown San Francisco

Colby John

₩140,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

15. Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Joseph

₩278,270 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hand holding a lipstick with a heart drawn on it, with a cityscape in the background.

16. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Dusan

₩231,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

17. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

Morgan

₩280,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

18. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

itzel

₩233,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

19. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

Randall Gray

₩366,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a bar area, and a large mirror on the wall.

20. Orchard Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

Dhara

₩209,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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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 1,007 reviews	View
Marines Memorial Club & Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 230 reviews	View
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,520 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,243 reviews	View
White Swan Inn	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 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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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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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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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

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Overall great experience!"

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

8/10 Good

"The staff were excellent and so kind! They did a lot to make our anniversary stay special. The only downside was room 714 had a very odd smell, it almost smelled of sewage. Each time we walked into our room we would mention how gross it smelled. Not exactly romantic lol… overall the entire room was very clean along with the entire property. Beautiful decor and I’d stay again. I really just wished the room didn’t smell funky. Tried turning on the AC to maybe get the air flowing but that was set to auto and couldn’t seem to trigger it to start. Oh and we really loved the coffee and tea in the mornings! Tratto, the restaurant on the lobby floor is great and has a good happy hour."

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"The Hyatt was amazing. I love the location in San Francisco and the staff was very professional and nice. We had a wonderful room that was super clean and the buffet breakfast was fantastic. We also enjoyed the bar for happy hour and the food was delicious. Thanks for such a wonderful weekend. We will definitely stay here again when we’re in the city."

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Our top choices for Downtown San Francisco hotels

1. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

2. San Francisco Marriott Marquis

3. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

4. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

5. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

6. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

7. Omni San Francisco Hotel

8. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

9. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

12. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

13. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

14. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

15. Galleria Park Hotel

16. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

17. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

18. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

19. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

20. Orchard Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown San Francisco

Union Square

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Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

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