The East Side
San Francisco
Visit The East Side
Stay near popular The East Side attractions
Things to do
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
Top hotels in The East Side
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
"It is quiet, clean and very close to the airport. The staff is very nice and helpful."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Hotel Focus SFO
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The lobby bar and cafe/market were very convenient. The breakfast buffet was amazing and waiting to be seated was well worth the wait! The parking garage was very convenient but rather pricey. The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel seemed a little dated….but was clean and the rooms were comfy ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The room was great! Very clean and comfortable. The city view was beautiful as well. The staff was very accommodating and brought a microwave to our room after we asked."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Where to stay in The East Side
Fisherman's Wharf
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
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.
Downtown San Francisco
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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
