South San Francisco, CA

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South San Francisco
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Where to stay in South San Francisco

#BVSBlue Aristodes Demetries, One Of Americas Best Known Sculptors Created This Steel Sculpture As A Symbol Of Cabot Cabot And Forbes Industrial Park. Situated 243 Feet Above Sea Level It Rises To A Be Seen From The Bay Bridge, The East Bay and SFO. Called The Wind Harp Locally. It emits eerie sounds when the wind 💨is at its strongest.

The East Side

3.5/5(956 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in The East Side, San Francisco Bay and San Bruno Point Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Oyster Point

4/5(89 area reviews)

When in Oyster Point, you can plan a visit to San Bruno Point Park and SFO Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Oyster Point
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Downtown South San Francisco

3.5/5(202 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown South San Francisco and surrounding area, you can visit The Shops at Tanforan and SFO Museum.

Downtown South San Francisco
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Paradise Valley

3/5(1 area review)

Paradise Valley might not have many top sights, but San Bruno Point Park and See's Candies are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Paradise Valley
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Serra Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Serra Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Serramonte Center and See's Candies.

Serra Highlands
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Avalon

Though Avalon might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like See's Candies and The Shops at Tanforan.

Avalon
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
380 S Airport Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA
The price is ₩143,762 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
₩143,762
₩169,488 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,493 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and comfortable beds"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3 out of 5
1300 Veterans Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
The price is ₩133,860 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩133,860
₩160,122 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,583 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, convenient for a late flight."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
4 out of 5
275 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
The price is ₩169,735 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩169,735
₩199,819 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,742 reviews)
"I came here for a concert weekend , it seemed to be a popular spot for other guest who attended the same event . It was quiet and staff was friendly ,"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,759 reviews)
"Everything could use a fresh paint job otherwise kept up nicely."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Kasa The Addison San Francisco
Kasa The Addison San Francisco
4 out of 5
2263 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, memory foam beds, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Pier 39 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
Great amenities and good location
"The location is great, but very expensive. We like having a kitchen and laundry facility. There is no fan provided, so be prepared in warmer months. The bathroom door is frosted glass and does not reach the ceiling."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Kasa The Addison San Francisco
4Beds Private Unit Near BeachWalk Golf
4Beds Private Unit Near BeachWalk Golf
2 out of 5
159 Clarendon Rd, Pacifica, CA
Stay at this apartment in Pacifica. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Rockaway Beach and Pacifica State Beach are located nearby.
4Beds Private Unit Near BeachWalk Golf
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of South San Francisco

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
466
5 - Excellent 28%
4 - Good
727
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
427
3 - Okay 25%
2 - Disappointing
58
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
16
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The room was nice but very small

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love the peace and quiet

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

A lot of food/restaurants near hotel and 101 freeway around corner wich takes you anywhere

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It has a convenient location near freeway and some places to eat that also delivers. But because of this pandemic, I am pretty sure that it is the reason why the low grade for this survey.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The staff are warm, kind, and welcoming... in a time like this especially it means alot, as well as in general...

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Yes they need to cooperate to guest and the front desk it’s to mean

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