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A building with a sign that reads "MIRAGE INN & SUITES".

A reception desk with a clock, a 'No Pets' sign, and a 'Check In - 2PM, Check Out - 11AM' sign.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a sink.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a built-in heater.

1. Mirage Inn and Suites

2 km from Lake Merced

Alyson

€135

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A buffet counter with coffee machines, a TV, and various food items.

The Stanyan Park Hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and two potted trees.

A golf course with a pond, trees, and a path.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a bed, and a sitting area with a table and a chair.

2. Stanyan Park Hotel

6.5 km from Lake Merced

Amy

€203

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel lobby with seating, snack shelves, and a refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a seating area with chairs, and a large fish tank on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a staircase.

3. Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City

3.7 km from Lake Merced

SCOTT

€169

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

A walk-in closet with wooden shelves and a mirrored door.

Two blue doors with numbers 103 and 102, flanked by windows with blinds.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a covered walkway.

4. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

7.2 km from Lake Merced

Katharina

€165

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A staircase with ornate black metal railings and marble steps.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A person sitting by a window with a view of a cityscape, including a prominent building with a dome.

5. YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton

9.9 km from Lake Merced

Olivia

€154

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern interior with a brick fireplace, round tables, and abstract wall art.

A modern hotel room with a large window, two round tables, a sofa, a chair, and a patterned carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Hotel Garrett."

A modern lounge area with a leather sofa, round tables, and a large illuminated 'G' sign.

6. Hotel Garrett

South of Market, 9.9 km from Lake Merced

Candace

€112

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a bar counter, and multiple bar stools.

A cozy library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a bar area.

A hotel with a pool, numbered rooms, and lounge chairs.

A fire feature in a planter, outdoor seating area, and a building with red accents in the background.

7. The Phoenix Hotel

9.8 km from Lake Merced

Hilda

€113

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a lobby, flanked by ornate columns and potted plants.

A hotel entrance with an American flag, a marquee sign, and well-manicured landscaping.

A wooden board with a variety of cheeses, fruits, and crackers on a glass table.

A grand lobby with a staircase, a chandelier, and a seating area with striped sofas.

8. Hotel Majestic

9.7 km from Lake Merced

Ginny

€134

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor courtyard with a stone floor, a round table with chairs, and potted plants.

A courtyard with a flat roof, potted plants, and outdoor seating.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a vase of flowers, a map, and a view of the outside.

A reception area with a seating arrangement, a large window with a view of the street, and an air conditioning unit.

9. Airport Inn

10.2 km from Lake Merced

Kelly

€111

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A brick building with three arched windows and a sign reading "HOTEL CARLTON".

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and dark cabinetry.

A spacious lobby with a green sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

10. FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

Theater District, 10.2 km from Lake Merced

Noan

€90

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a cityscape painting, a round mirror, a wooden nightstand, and a desk with a chair.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, a sink, and a countertop.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham San Francisco S/Oyster Point Airport

10.3 km from Lake Merced

Krista

€100

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a desk.

A building with a black awning labeled 'Symphony Inn.'

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

12. Symphony Inn

8.9 km from Lake Merced

Marilyn

€107

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Two beds with white and blue bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a modern orange armchair, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table, and a white cabinet below.

A hotel with a sign reading "Mya Hotel" and an "Enter" sign below it.

13. Mylo Hotel

7.6 km from Lake Merced

Derek

€64

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

A lobby with a reception desk, green chairs, a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a wall-mounted clock.

14. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 10.1 km from Lake Merced

shalaka

€151

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A set of stone steps leading up to a wooden bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a lattice fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract painting on the wall, a window with blinds, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

The exterior of the Metro Hotel with a red door, a neon sign, and a visible room number 319.

A room with a dark door, a potted plant, framed artwork, and a small shelf with a lamp.

15. The Metro Hotel

7.8 km from Lake Merced

Mariah

€201

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A courtyard with a stone pathway, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a bookshelf, and a large window.

A modern interior with a large wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a small table and chairs.

A spacious lounge area with leather chairs, a coffee table, and a bar in the background.

16. Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

9.4 km from Lake Merced

frank

€230

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A dining area with a round table, white chairs, a bench, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel entrance with a glass door displaying the name "Hayes Valley Inn" and a phone number. There are outdoor tables and stools outside the entrance.

A view of a historic building with a dome and a modern skyscraper in the background.

A living room with a blue sofa, grey curtains, a mirror, and a small table with a lamp.

17. Hayes Valley Inn

9 km from Lake Merced

Mary

€65

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a marble countertop, and various appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A Travelodge hotel with multiple balconies, a flag, and a sign indicating a base camp for adventure.

A wall with three artworks, a poster, and a kitchen counter.

18. Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Cow Hollow, 9.8 km from Lake Merced

steve

€127

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, a black door with a circular design, and an exit sign above a door in the distance.

A historic building with a corner entrance, large windows, and a fire escape.

19. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

9.9 km from Lake Merced

Shannon

€113

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A spacious room with a long table, a microwave, and a laptop on a desk.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

A window with the inscription "The Grove Inn 890" and a brass light fixture above it.

20. The Grove Inn

8.5 km from Lake Merced

Joe Mike

€222

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Merced

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mirage Inn and Suites	7.2 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Stanyan Park Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality	10.0 Exceptional 58 reviews	View
YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton	8.2 Very good 1,007 reviews	View

Top Lake Merced Hotel Reviews

Stanyan Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing rooms and location. Staff could have been friendlier, but given the rest, that hardly mattered,"

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

10/10 Excellent

"I loved how we were within walking distance to Ocean beach."

Mirage Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Booked for a festival in Golden Gate Park and not only did they let us check in early with no hassle the parking felt secure i never once felt my car was in danger of being broken in to. The liquor store next door was amazing had everything you could possibly need. The room was huge plenty of space to get ready the fridge and microwave came in handy as well for our drinks and snacks the room felt clean the bathroom was huge the location was nice right next to the beach I never even heard any noise from the zoo across the street would 100% stay again at this location."

The SeaScape Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was perfect for my stay. Private parking, clean and just across the street from the beach with a super cute coffee shop/cafe on the corner. The room had modern upgrades, a mini fridge and microwave and being on the third floor I could see the ocean from my windows. I would 100% stay here again."

Remodeled Private 2BR with Driveway Parking & Pet Friendly

8/10 Good

"Very nice place to stay!"

Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City

10/10 Excellent

"Good service"

BRAND NEW - ENTIRE FLOOR w/ OCEAN Beach View and PARKING!

10/10 Excellent

"First of all VIEWS! Facing west looking over all of Sunset and out to the Pacific. Spectacular! Unit is spacious and nicely done. Nice kitchen with microwave and hot plate. Location is a little tricky with narrow one way roads but parking is provided in driveway which is great. Comfortable bed but big thick memory foam pillows not my favorite. In living room, the couch is actually a futon bed so no arm rests to lean against while watching tv. Also tv very old and doesn’t stream but has local channels. Some noise from above residents but it was minimal and very quiet overnight. I’d stay again."

Cozy 2BR Suite, Totally Private With Parking, Convenient Public Transit

10/10 Excellent

"Parfait pour passer 4 nuits en famille. Bien situé à 5/10 mn de marche du tram pour rejoindre le centre de SF.Il y a une boite à clés pour une arrivée et un départ facile, sans se préoccuper des horaires L'appartement se situe à 20 mn en Uber de l'aéroport"

Absolutely Private President's Suite, Computer, Wi-Fi, Laundry, Pub. Parking

10/10 Excellent

"I really liked the location - near Golden Gate Park."

Other attractions near Lake Merced

San Francisco Zoo

8.2/10 (948 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who live at San Francisco Zoo during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.

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Harding Park Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Harding Park Golf Course. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

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Fort Funston

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Fort Funston, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

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Towers Conference Center

Learn about the events happening in Towers Conference Center during your trip to San Francisco.

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Olympic Club

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Olympic Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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San Francisco State University

8.2/10 (1,462 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at San Francisco State University as part of your travels around San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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The Depot - San Francisco

After visiting The Depot - San Francisco, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco.

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Mashouf Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Mashouf Performing Arts Center during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Merced?

Lake Merced is located in a scenic area of San Francisco known for its stunning architecture and popular art scene. You'll find 560 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Merced?

Mirage Inn and Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Lake Merced. Other good choices within a few miles include Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City and El Camino Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Merced?

Expedia has 560 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Merced.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Merced, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Lake Merced.

What can I see and do near Lake Merced?

You'll want to browse the collections at California Academy of Sciences, De Young Museum and Legion of Honor. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Castro Street, Castro Theatre and Fort Funston. You can catch a show at The Independent, Marsh Theater and Swedish American Hall.

How can I get to Lake Merced?

Nearby metro stations include S.F. State Station, Stonestown Lakeside/Winston Station and Right Of Way/Eucalyptus Dr Stop. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

San Francisco Hotel Guide - Lake Merced hotels in San Francisco, United States of America.

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Our top choices for Lake Merced hotels

1. Mirage Inn and Suites

2. Stanyan Park Hotel

3. Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City

4. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

5. YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton

6. Hotel Garrett

7. The Phoenix Hotel

8. Hotel Majestic

9. Airport Inn

10. FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

11. Days Inn by Wyndham San Francisco S/Oyster Point Airport

12. Symphony Inn

13. Mylo Hotel

14. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15. The Metro Hotel

16. Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

17. Hayes Valley Inn

18. Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

19. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

20. The Grove Inn

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Top Lake Merced Hotel Reviews

Stanyan Park Hotel

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Mirage Inn and Suites

The SeaScape Inn

Remodeled Private 2BR with Driveway Parking & Pet Friendly

Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City

BRAND NEW - ENTIRE FLOOR w/ OCEAN Beach View and PARKING!

Cozy 2BR Suite, Totally Private With Parking, Convenient Public Transit

Absolutely Private President's Suite, Computer, Wi-Fi, Laundry, Pub. Parking

Other attractions near Lake Merced

San Francisco Zoo

Harding Park Golf Course

Fort Funston

Towers Conference Center

Olympic Club

San Francisco State University

The Depot - San Francisco

Mashouf Performing Arts Center

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