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San Francisco Hotel Guide. Hotels in Central Waterfront, San Francisco, United States of America

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Top Trending Hotels Near Central Waterfront, San Francisco

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2007)
"It is a great place to stay for vacation! "
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4414)
"Our stay was great!!! Clean, quiet, and breakfast was on point!!!"
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"great property, great location and helpful staff!"
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Aura SFO

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2339)
"Great staff , very clean and quiet felt safe will definitely be staying there again !"
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Hotel Aura SFO

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1275)
"Great stay!"
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

LiA Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Enjoyable stay."
LiA Hotel

The Atrium Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place "
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Atrium Hotel

Hotel Skye SFO

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1359)
"Great staff, location, enjoyed the stay "
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Skye SFO

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"It was a very clean and comfortable stay. "
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Beautiful place and great staff"
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6589)
"Excellent location, big and comfortable room and delicious breakfast "
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"From checking in to checking out overall great. "
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Jack London Inn

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (1014)
"Was a nice convenient stay "
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Jack London Inn

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1134)
"Nice affordable place to stay"
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1202)
"liked the breakfast and the housekeeping staff was excellent."
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2817)
"Great stay "
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1060)
"Great location "
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hotel Nova SFO

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Nice place to stay"
Hotel Nova SFO

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"I enjoyed my stay"
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

Hotel Aluxor SFO

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2175)
"Good place to stay for couple days."
Hotel Aluxor SFO
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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Find the best Central Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Fisherman's Wharf map

Fisherman's Wharf

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

Union Square map

Union Square

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

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Downtown San Francisco

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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South of Market

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill map

Nob Hill

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What is Central Waterfront like?

Travellers to San Francisco's Central Waterfront neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Central Waterfront? Consider a visit to San Francisco Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Central Waterfront?

For your stay in Central Waterfront, Mod Dogpatch 2BR w/ Rooftop, Courtyard, BBQ, nr. Highways by Blueground is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Central Waterfront area?

A stay at one of Expedia's 10 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Waterfront makes it easy to venture out into the larger area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Central Waterfront.

What are the top things to see and do in Central Waterfront?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Craft & Design or Letterform Archive during your visit to Central Waterfront. A visit to San Francisco Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Chase Center and Oracle Park are some popular places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, make sure that you visit other sights such as Anchor Brewing Company or California College of the Arts.

How can I get around Central Waterfront and the greater San Francisco area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at 23rd Street Station, 20th Street Station or UCSF Medical Center Station. To venture out of town, take a train from 22nd Street Station.