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Our top choices for Exploratorium hotels

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Omni San Francisco Hotel

Omni San Francisco Hotel

Omni San Francisco Hotel
4.5 star property
Financial District, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1237)
"Great location, clean, friendly staff, great bar and restaurant. "
United States
Rosie
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Omni San Francisco Hotel
Rooftop terrace
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
5.0 star property
Financial District, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"The views are jaw dropping. The service is excellent in all areas, particularly broom service. Very easy to park and car service to local locations. "
United States
stephanie
The price is €421
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Property entrance
Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel
4.0 star property
Chinatown, 1.2 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great location "
Canada
Jorge
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Orchard Garden Hotel
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Financial District, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Jay, Autograph Collection

The Jay, Autograph Collection

The Jay, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Financial District, 0.7 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (324)
"Loved my stay"
United States
Christina
The price is €270
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Jay, Autograph Collection
Lobby
Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Financial District, 1.3 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"I had a great stay. The room was nice, the bed was comfortable, and the staff were very helpful."
United States
Luke
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Galleria Park Hotel
Exterior
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
Financial District, 0.8 km from Exploratorium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1996)
"Great location and bar"
United States
michael
The price is €219
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Interior
Orchard Hotel

Orchard Hotel

Orchard Hotel
4.0 star property
Chinatown, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Wonderful hotel!!!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Orchard Hotel
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
Financial District, 0.7 km from Exploratorium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2803)
"Clean and comfortable room, good staff, great location. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Lobby sitting area
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3065)
"Best location, friendly staff, had a wonderful time stayed! "
United States
Kalinda
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Chinatown, 1.3 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Excellent "
United States
Maximus
The price is €371
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Balcony
Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Royal Pacific Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Russian Hill, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Room was spotless and the check in super quick, on site parking a bonus plus convenient to most attractions."
United States
David
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Royal Pacific Motor Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; al fresco dining
1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Financial District, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (484)
"The staff was incredible and we loved all of the design touches in the room. The attention to detail was impressive. "
United States
Eric
The price is €408
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
1 Hotel San Francisco
Exterior
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
South of Market, 1.6 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1300)
"Overall wonderful experience "
United States
Mary
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
Interior
Columbus Motor Inn

Columbus Motor Inn

Columbus Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Russian Hill, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Excellent affordable rooms! Extremely helpful and friendly staff, parking was very convenient and really nice location! We had an excellent trip because of this hotel! "
United States
Devesh
Columbus Motor Inn
Exterior
Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco
4.0 star property
1.6 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Nice room, helpful staff and great location. "
United States
Okan
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Emblem San Francisco
Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor) | City view
citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
Union Square, 1.8 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1423)
"Great location."
United States
Todd
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
citizenM San Francisco Union Square
Terrace/patio
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
South of Market, 1.7 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"great room and staff. "
United States
chunguang
The price is €386
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Front of property – evening/night
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
Financial District, 0.8 km from Exploratorium
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2122)
"Great stay "
United States
Samantha
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7194)
"Good location and great hotel to stay, the bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was good with lots of options! "
Canada
Veronica
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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Top Exploratorium Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Good rooms, good staff "
Vivek 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hotels near other Exploratorium attractions

ABC's '7Live' Voice Box

You can get tickets for a performance at ABC's '7Live' Voice Box during your stay in San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
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America's Cup Pavilion

You can make plans for a show at America's Cup Pavilion on your trip to San Francisco. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Exploratorium?
Exploratorium is located in a vibrant area of San Francisco known for its top museums and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 415 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Exploratorium?
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Exploratorium. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton San Francisco Financial District and Fairmont San Francisco.
How many hotels are there close to Exploratorium?
Expedia has 415 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Exploratorium.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Exploratorium, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Exploratorium.
What can I see and do near Exploratorium?
Study the collections at Market Street Railway Museum, Cable Car Museum or San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Sights like Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower and Columbus Tower are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at SF Masonic Auditorium, Marines Memorial Theater and SHN Curran Theatre.
How can I get to Exploratorium?
Take advantage of metro transport at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop, Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop and Taylor St & Columbus Ave Stop. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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