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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
Outdoor pool

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2002)
"It is a great place to stay for vacation! "
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4413)
"Our stay was great!!! Clean, quiet, and breakfast was on point!!!"
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Interior

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
Interior entrance

Hotel Aura SFO

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2335)
"Great staff , very clean and quiet felt safe will definitely be staying there again !"
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Aura SFO
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
Exterior

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1273)
"Great stay!"
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
LiA Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

LiA Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Enjoyable stay."
LiA Hotel
The Atrium Hotel
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

The Atrium Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place "
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Atrium Hotel
Hotel Skye SFO
Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Hotel Skye SFO

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1357)
"Great staff, location, enjoyed the stay "
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Skye SFO
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"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
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

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
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Lobby sitting area

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6582)
"Excellent location, big and comfortable room and delicious breakfast "
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"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
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds)

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
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Jack London Inn
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Terrace/patio

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1133)
"A very nice 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
Lobby

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
Exterior

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2813)
"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
Exterior

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1059)
"Great location "
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Hotel Nova SFO
Business Room, 1 King Bed

Hotel Nova SFO

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice place to stay"
Hotel Nova SFO
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Good, nice area, safe, clean, friendly staff. "
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport
Hotel Aluxor SFO
Exterior

Hotel Aluxor SFO

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2172)
"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 featuring a bay or harbour
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 which includes a skyscraper and a city
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.

Downtown San Francisco map

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.

South of Market which includes cbd, a city and skyline
South of Market map

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 showing a city and street scenes
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

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"I love the jotel there was plenty of good stuff there they offer refreshments and snacks in the lobby the unige hotel was great and I got great service."
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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.