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This hotel is centrally located in San Francisco's lively Union Square, which features shopping, dining and entertainment options.

Really nice hotel , excellent staff that were so helpful
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
753 reviews
Price from
$227.92
1 night, 2 adults

Centrally located in San Francisco's Financial District and steps away from Chinatown and the Ferry Building, this luxurious hotel offers unrivaled accommodations and state-of-the-art amenities,...

It’s located in a relatively safe area.
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
72 reviews
Price from
$545
1 night, 2 adults

The St Regis San Francisco is located in the SOMA District of San Francisco. A flat-screen TV is included in each guest room. Union Square is 8 minutes’ walk away.

Everything was so clean, room was great, and the view was amazing
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
64 reviews
Price from
$594
1 night, 2 adults

Built in 1903, Hotel Drisco features Edwardian architecture. Atop Pacific Heights on Pacific Avenue, this luxurious San Francisco hotel is only 5 minutes' walk from Presidio National Park.

Great location - always wonderful.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
71 reviews
Price from
$566.10
1 night, 2 adults

Conveniently set in San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Good
Review score
8.4
Very Good
2,035 reviews
Price from
$169
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring in-room spa services and a traditional seafood restaurant, this luxury Fisherman’s Wharf eco-friendly hotel offers beautiful views across the San Francisco Bay. Valet parking is available.

The location was incredible. The hotel was beautiful. Loved the history of the building. We thoroughly enjoyed the hotel restaurant and bar “the Blue Mermaid”. The staff was super friendly and very accommodating. Our stay was lovely.
Review score
8.7
Excellent
1,893 reviews
Price from
$271.92
1 night, 2 adults

Attractively located in the center of San Francisco, Hotel Nikko San Francisco is within a 4-minute walk of Union Square and 0.6 miles of Moscone Center.

Location is amazing just 3 mins walk away from the cable car station, restaurants and shops, its clean, safe, and staff are very polite and respectful.
Review score
8.9
Excellent
3,231 reviews
Price from
$228.65
1 night, 2 adults

Newly renovated and located within 5 minutes’ walk of Ferry Building shops and ferries to Alcatraz, this luxury San Francisco hotel features guest rooms with stunning views of the San Francisco Bay...

It's a beautiful place. Love the location, the inside of the hotel was very lovely. Rooms were nice and we couldn't hear people downstairs in the lounge area. The view was beautiful from the balcony. .
Review score
8.5
Very Good
1,742 reviews
Price from
$379
1 night, 2 adults

Overlooking San Francisco's SoMa area and moments from top city center sites, InterContinental San Francisco provides guests with modern in-room amenities.

The refrigerator was broke we got a new one! The scale was broke we got 2 and one was broke! No on-site parking unless you vallet for 80 dollars a day
Review score
8.7
Excellent
1,122 reviews
Price from
$284
1 night, 2 adults

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Pier 39, the family-friendly Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is a nonsmoking accommodations that features an outdoor pool.

The location couldn’t have been more perfect. It was within walking distance to Pier 39 (dinner our first night), Pier 33 (Alcatraz tour), and Ghirardelli Square. Just to name a few. The breakfast buffet was one of the best included breakfasts that we’ve ever had at a hotel. They offered a great selection of bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, fruit, bagels, muffins, pancakes, English muffins, danishes, juices, coffee, etc. The buffet line always looked long but, moved pretty fast with the buffet staff cleaning tables and seating new parties as soon as they arrived. Everyone in the restaurant seemed to be working as a team to keep everything organized. We stayed 2 nights w/our teenage boys and would recommend the Riu SF to our friends & family. It was a great experience & we made a lot of memories during our stay. Thank you!
Review score
8.4
Very Good
12,285 reviews
Price from
$189.05
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 71 reviews

    Built in 1903, Hotel Drisco features Edwardian architecture. Atop Pacific Heights on Pacific Avenue, this luxurious San Francisco hotel is only 5 minutes' walk from Presidio National Park.

    Guest review
    Clean, extremely comfortable, outstanding breakfast, location
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 72 reviews

    Centrally located in San Francisco's Financial District and steps away from Chinatown and the Ferry Building, this luxurious hotel offers unrivaled accommodations and state-of-the-art amenities,...

    Guest review
    The location was really nice and the view was pretty.
  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 1,374 reviews

    Forbes "Best Bed & Breakfast in San Francisco for 2024" Located 5 minutes’ walk from San Francisco’s vibrant Union Square, this bed & breakfast-style property offers uniquely decorated guest rooms,...

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,714 reviews

    Located on San Francisco’s Nob Hill, this French-style B&B offers serves a daily free breakfast. All guest rooms include free WiFi.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,742 reviews

    Newly renovated and located within 5 minutes’ walk of Ferry Building shops and ferries to Alcatraz, this luxury San Francisco hotel features guest rooms with stunning views of the San Francisco Bay...

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 1,122 reviews

    Overlooking San Francisco's SoMa area and moments from top city center sites, InterContinental San Francisco provides guests with modern in-room amenities.

  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 1,675 reviews

    This San Francisco hotel in Union Square is just steps from Chinatown. On-site dining and a 24-hour gym are available for guest convenience.

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 12,285 reviews

    Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Pier 39, the family-friendly Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is a nonsmoking accommodations that features an outdoor pool.

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  • Review score
    6.8
    Pleasant · 1,042 reviews

    This historic San Francisco hotel is located along the Powell Street Cable Car line, 1 block from shopping at Union Square. It features contemporary rooms with free WiFi.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.3
    Pleasant · 196 reviews

    This San Francisco bed and breakfast features a modern, environmentally conscious design. Free WiFi access is available in the shared lounge.

    Guest review
    The rooms were comfortable. Easy to use the door app system. Bathrooms were also clean.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.5
    Pleasant · 322 reviews

    Located in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley neighborhood, Edwardian Hotel offers boutique rooms with free WiFi. For convenience, the F tram line stops in front of this hotel.

    Guest review
    Good location, easy access to transit, comfy. Food for the price.
  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 200 reviews

    Built high atop Ghirardelli Square with San Francisco Bay views, this urban San Francisco resort features luxurious apartments with free WiFi and fully equipped gourmet kitchens.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,045 reviews

    Offering Italian-inspired design, this centrally located San Francisco hotel is just 3 minutes’ walk from the popular sights of Union Square.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,114 reviews

    Staypineapple is a historic 1913 hotel located just 5 minutes' walk from vibrant Union Square. It offers a coffee and treats reception at check-in and free WiFi in all rooms.

  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 644 reviews

    Trendy Marina District bars, boutiques and restaurants are a minutes' walk to Hotel Del Sol. An outdoor pool is featured.

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  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 64 reviews

    The St Regis San Francisco is located in the SOMA District of San Francisco. A flat-screen TV is included in each guest room. Union Square is 8 minutes’ walk away.

    Guest review
    Super beautiful, clean, and great view from the 11th floor
  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 753 reviews

    This hotel is centrally located in San Francisco's lively Union Square, which features shopping, dining and entertainment options.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 3,231 reviews

    Attractively located in the center of San Francisco, Hotel Nikko San Francisco is within a 4-minute walk of Union Square and 0.6 miles of Moscone Center.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 1,426 reviews

    Located next to Chinatown, this hotel is 1.9 mi from San Francisco Art Institute. It features a rooftop garden and patio, and offers free WiFi.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 1,694 reviews

    Located in Downtown San Francisco, this boutique hotel is just 2 blocks from Union Square. It features an on-site restaurant, a cardio room, and spacious rooms with free WiFi.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 4,328 reviews

    Located in San Francisco, Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 317 reviews

    Featuring stunning views of downtown San Francisco from each spacious guestroom, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero offers gourmet on-site dining, in-room massage services and easy access...

    Guest review
    Great location and beautiful views. Safe and close to everything so I could mostly walk
  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 267 reviews

    Located in the heart of historic North Beach San Francisco, this completely nonsmoking intimate hotel creatively captures the area’s bohemian flair of the 1950’s and 1960’s.

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 310 reviews

    Located in the heart of Japantown, Kimpton Enso Hotel features spacious accommodations and an on-site restaurant and bar.

    Guest review
    Clean, comfortable and quiet room in a great location
  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 1,893 reviews

    Featuring in-room spa services and a traditional seafood restaurant, this luxury Fisherman’s Wharf eco-friendly hotel offers beautiful views across the San Francisco Bay. Valet parking is available.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 3,695 reviews

    Located in San Francisco, 656 feet from Union Square, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel features accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 155 reviews

    Steps from Union Square, this historic yet modernized hotel features classic European charm and in-room spa services.

    Guest review
    Walking distance to dinner, to the theater, to breakfast
  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 839 reviews

    This Beat Generation-inspired boutique centrally located hotel is located in San Francisco's Theater District, just 4 minutes' walk from Union Square.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 899 reviews

    Offering French-inspired architecture, The Marker San Francisco, provides guests with an ideal city center location just 7 minutes' walk to Union Square and is eco-friendly.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 584 reviews

    This historic Victorian boutique hotel is located 1 mile from San Francisco's vibrant Union Square.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,248 reviews

    Centrally located in heart of San Francisco city center, this luxury boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from Union Square and 2 minutes’ walk from the American Conservatory Theater.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 723 reviews

    Famed bars, an awe-inspiring crystal chandelier restaurant, a fitness area and a glass dome indoor pool are featured at this landmark Financial District Palace.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 474 reviews

    The W is a fixture of San Francisco’s hip SOMA district, amid art exhibitions, film screenings, fashion shows, clubs and concerts. A restaurant and gym are located on-site at the property.

    Guest review
    Property was beautiful, cool architecture, feels fancy!
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 261 reviews

    Overlooking San Francisco’s Embarcadero waterfront, this hotel features an outdoor rooftop terrace. Free WiFi is provided in all guest rooms. Oracle Park is 1 mi away.

    Guest review
    Gorgeous property. Well decorated. Thoughtful and calming ambiance
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 2,035 reviews

    Conveniently set in San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 2,610 reviews

    Set within the Victorian neighborhood of Pacific Heights, this historic hotel features early 20th Century architecture and is adorned with French and English antiques.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 487 reviews

    This contemporary eco-friendly hotel is ideally located in downtown San Francisco, 7 minutes' walk from Union Square. It features a gym.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,156 reviews

    Atop centrally located Nob Hill, this landmark San Francisco hotel features luxurious rooms and suites. A full-service gym and spa and two unique dining experiences are available on site.

  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 761 reviews

    Nestled along the edge of the San Francisco Bay, between the Financial District and Oracle Park, Harbor Court Hotel is a completely nonsmoking, boutique hotel. It is eco-friendly.

  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 499 reviews

    Located in San Francisco’s Japantown, this elegant hotel is connected to the Nihonmachi Mall and blends Eastern and Western design. It features on-site dining and an indoor garden with a fishpond.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 719 reviews

    This San Francisco hotel is just 2 minutes’ walk from Union Square and cable car lines. All rooms offer custom amenities.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 1,482 reviews

    This boutique San Francisco hotel is less than 2 blocks from Union Square and the Powell Street and Market Street cable car line. Free WiFi is offered.

  • Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 527 reviews

    This eco-friendly restored landmark hotel is located in downtown San Francisco, 5 minutes’ walk from shopping at Union Square.

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  • Avg. price/night: $322.78
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 839 reviews
    The room is super well designed. Clearly the interior designer knows what it takes to be a good design hotel and a good hotel all together. I enjoyed their little details and the room amenities plus what they provide for no any extra charge. The staff was super helpful and kind. The location is great. Quite a bit of a walk from the train station but there are shops along the route so you won't get bored.
    Guest review by
    Thai Traveller
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $216.55
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 4,149 reviews
    It was well up to Citizen M standards, designer comfort and very trendy. Good breakfast buffet included. Staff friendly and approachable. Central location next to Union Square and 2 min walk from the cable car and Powell Station (BART to airport). The room was very comfortable and clean. And surprisingly quiet for such a city center location.
    Guest review by
    Paul
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $228.10
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 6,495 reviews
    Great location, very comfortable beds, funky design of common areas, great coffee, lovely inner courtyard with fireplaces and free S'mores packs
    Guest review by
    Esther
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $211.62
    Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,114 reviews
    Gorgeous boutique hotel. The first room given was by the lift and I had requested a quiet option. I was given a different room which I think was in a higher rate category. The robes are lovely and the beds heavenly.
    Guest review by
    Victoria
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 305 reviews
    Clearly recently refurbished - a beautiful, totally charming boutique hotel next to the ballet. Rooms, hallways, elevator and lobby were all thoughtfully designed and a very relaxing place to stay. The location was very central but the street we were on didn't feel unsafe at all. The facilities all worked very well also, and every member of staff we spoke to were friendly and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Taylor
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $228.10
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 6,495 reviews
    Convenient location, attractions within walk distance. Nice and stylish interior design, spacious room, comfy beds, quiet atmosphere, great view with sky star wheel right outside the balcony. Cute yard and wonderful playroom equipped with diverse games. Security guys make us feel safe.
    Guest review by
    YINGJIE
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $116.29
    Review score
    7.5
    Good · 1,355 reviews
    It is very well situated, just a block away from union square and market street. The overall vibe of the place was ok, for looks it would get even higher points. The common areas look well designed. It feels like a boutique hotel for much cheaper price. And that is a big thing in SF where very shitty places can ask you hundreds of dollars for a night.
    Guest review by
    Szabolcs
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $170.66
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 1,482 reviews
    Lovely boutique hotel in a very central location. Stylish and comfortable rooms. Friendly and helpful staff.
    Guest review by
    Amy
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $170.66
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 1,482 reviews
    Very clean, boutique, design hotel. Room was very quite which is a big plus when you want to get some rest in such busy city as SF. Very helpful staff.
    Guest review by
    Filip
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $249.56
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 2,610 reviews
    lovely grand Victorian decor and design. lots of character, very warm staff who were very welcoming. very safe and quiet part of town; not much on the door step but it’s SF, and doesn’t take long to get anywhere in an Uber. gorgeous cocktail bar that felt very intimate and quiet. would stay again.
    Guest review by
    david
    Young couple

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