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Our top choices for Exploratorium hotels

Terrace/patio

1. 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, (3,360 reviews)
"Great location, and also budget friendly"
United States
Goutam
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

2. 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, (7,538 reviews)
"Great breakfast, and overall great stay conveniently located in Fisherman's Wharf"
United States
Saba
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Front of property – evening/night

3. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
Financial District, 0.8 km from Exploratorium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,048 reviews)
"Always a great stay this is also a great location!"
United States
Michelle
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Meeting facility

4. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
Financial District, 0.8 km from Exploratorium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,372 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Saul
The price is €246
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Terrace/patio

5. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,072 reviews)
"Great and affordable hotel !"
United States
Robert
The price is €242
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Terrace/patio

6. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Nob Hill, 1.4 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,547 reviews)
"Great place and location!"
United States
Joey
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Fairmont San Francisco
Courtyard

7. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,715 reviews)
"beautiful hotel, great location"
United States
heather
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
City view

8. Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco
4.0 star property
Nob Hill, 1.4 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Great place to stay, wonderful location and a more wonderful staff."
United States
Steven
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Stanford Court San Francisco
Lobby

9. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
4.0 star property
Union Square, 1.6 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,141 reviews)
"Great hotel and restaurant!"
United States
Julie
The price is €224
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Lobby

10. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
Union Square, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Clean room, nice little bar with good food, nice location."
United States
Maryann
The price is €213
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Garden

11. 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, (462 reviews)
"Great location, room, and friendly staff. The workout facility is really nice also….."
United States
Paul
The price is €333
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
The Jay, Autograph Collection
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

12. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Nob Hill, 2.4 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,048 reviews)
"It was a nice stay!"
United States
Theodore
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
View from property

13. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Financial District, 1.4 km from Exploratorium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Love the indoor pool! Hotel is spotless. Staff warm and welcoming. Room service breakfast was delicious"
United States
Michael
The price is €392
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Lobby

14. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Financial District, 1.3 km from Exploratorium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
United States
IAN R
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Galleria Park Hotel
Exterior

15. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
Union Square, 2 km from Exploratorium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,527 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Vitaliy
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Lobby

16. 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, (1,254 reviews)
"Nice stay in every way."
United States
David
The price is €250
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Omni San Francisco Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

17. 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, (581 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anthony
The price is €411
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
1 Hotel San Francisco
Exterior

18. Hotel Griffon

Hotel Griffon
3.5 star property
South of Market, 1.1 km from Exploratorium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,067 reviews)
"Perfect location and wonderful hotel."
United States
William
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel Griffon
Front of property

19. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
4.0 star property
Nob Hill, 1.4 km from Exploratorium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,414 reviews)
"The food was spot on! Perfect location!"
Canada
Rhonda
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Lobby

20. Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach
2.0 star property
Chinatown, 0.8 km from Exploratorium
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff."
United States
Louis
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel North Beach
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Compare popular hotels close to Exploratorium

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Interior
Orchard Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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Lobby
Omni San Francisco Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,254 reviews
View
Rooftop terrace
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View
Lobby
Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,010 reviews
View
Exterior
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,284 reviews
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Top Exploratorium Hotel Reviews

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"great location and superb value"
Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Hotels near other Exploratorium attractions

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 345 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Exploratorium?
Hyatt Regency San Francisco is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Exploratorium. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf and Hilton San Francisco Financial District.
How many hotels are there close to Exploratorium?
Expedia has 345 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, North Beach Museum or Cable Car Museum. Sights like Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Coit 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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