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Cathedral Hill Hotel

Cathedral Hill Hotel

2 out of 5
Downtown San Francisco
per person
28 Apr - 30 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to San Francisco (SFO)
7.2/10 Good! (551 reviews)
The only thing I thought looked ugly was the front window of the office’ it looked like it had not been cleaned in years. Other than that the room was clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4 out of 5
Fisherman's Wharf
per person
28 Apr - 30 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to San Francisco (SFO)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,879 reviews)
Reception area and outside patio/ games area is really cool.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

The Grove Inn

The Grove Inn

3 out of 5
Western Addition
per person
28 Apr - 30 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to San Francisco (SFO)
9/10 Wonderful! (610 reviews)
No parking, limited office hours

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2025

Soma House

Soma House

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Francisco
per person
28 Apr - 30 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to San Francisco (SFO)
7.4/10 Good! (437 reviews)
The pictures made this hotel look amazing. Not what I expected although all of the staff was very nice I would never stay in the hotel again.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
Union Square
per person
28 Apr - 30 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Lisbon (LIS) to San Francisco (SFO)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,135 reviews)
Clean, modern, conveniently located and reasonable

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025

Where to stay in Excelsior

Find the best Excelsior areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Excelsior
Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(287 area reviews)

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.

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Top hotels in Excelsior

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €176 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
€176
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,209 reviews)
Very nice!
"Great hotel in great area. Very clean. Nice breakfast buffet! I highly recommend"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundable
The price is €146 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
€146
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,586 reviews)
"Will definitely return again."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €125 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€125
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
8.4/10 Very Good! (986 reviews)
SF Chinatown Stay
"Centrally located to China town and plenty restaurants. My room was clean, pleasant, and comfortable."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Excelsior holiday package cost?
Choose from any combination of flights, hotels and car rentals, and you can be holidaying in Excelsior from just €1,162. And the more you bundle, the more money you save. Your dream escape has never been more affordable.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Excelsior?
If you love scoring a bargain, bundle your bookings into an Excelsior holiday package. Whether you’re looking for flights, hotels, rental cars or day tours, you can book them all in one place. You’ll have ample choice at your fingertips as well. Expedia has more than 550 partner airlines and 1,000,000 hotels around the world to take your pick of. Fly with who you prefer, stay in a place you like and save a packet — now that’s the ideal escape!
Where should I stay in Excelsior?
Most who travel to Excelsior put both Pier 39 and Alcatraz Island on their itineraries. Why not go for a hotel as close as possible to these fantastic attractions?
How far in advance should I book my Excelsior holiday?
Reserving your flights early with Expedia means one less thing to worry about. Many air carriers advertise tickets up to a year in advance. Typically, this is the cheapest time to book. If circumstances have left you booking late, fantastic last-minute deals to Excelsior will sometimes occur a few weeks before departure.
What does an Expedia Excelsior travel package include?
Much of that depends on you. You can choose from a range of Excelsior bundles, such as a rental car, hotel and flight. You can also book a hotel and a flight, or a rental car with a flight. Once you’ve made your booking, you can add on the fun stuff like activities and experiences. Whatever your dream Excelsior break looks like, get ready to save!
What should I know before booking an Excelsior travel package?
A travel package can be tailored to your budget and is an easy way to make your budget go further. How little or much you include is up to you. Hotels, rental cars and flights — decide on a combination that works with your plans.
Can I choose my airline with an Excelsior Expedia holiday package?
With a holiday package, you’re in control. Whether you’d prefer to fly to Excelsior in business or coach, simply choose from the available airline options. Expedia has access to over 550 partner airlines around the world.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Excelsior holiday package?
Because we understand life is full of surprises, the answer is yes. To find out more, head to our Customer Service Portal. But generally speaking, if you’ve booked your Excelsior holiday package in the last 24 hours, you may be able to change or cancel it for no charge. Your hotel, airline or car rental company may impose a fee if you made your booking a while ago.

Popular places to visit

Pier 39 showing street scenes, signage and a city

Pier 39

4/5(364 reviews)

Sea lions are the star attraction at one of the liveliest piers on San Francisco’s historic waterfront.

Pier 39
Oracle Park

Oracle Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

Oracle Park
Golden Gate Bridge which includes a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, night scenes and a bay or harbour

Golden Gate Bridge

4.5/5(362 reviews)

Walk across one of the most photogenic bridges in the world for unrivalled views from both sides.

Golden Gate Bridge

Things to do

San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

€27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

€41
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco GoCar Tour

GoCar San Francisco Tour

€93
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
GoCar San Francisco Tour
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