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Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,252 reviews)
"Great place"
Canada
Mark
The price is NT$3,511
NT$4,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Terrace/patio

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,354 reviews)
"Excellent stay!!!"
United States
Teresa
The price is NT$4,771
NT$6,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Exterior

The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
17.2 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,956 reviews)
"Nice reception quick and efficient! Great breakfast and good restaurant. Starbucks is a plus. "
United States
Lucila
The price is NT$3,432
NT$4,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Courtyard

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
18.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,484 reviews)
"Great airport shuttle service. Friendly staff, very good food in the hotel restaurant and excellent service!"
United States
Kenny
The price is NT$3,176
NT$3,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Ballroom

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
18.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,973 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KOMAL
The price is NT$4,167
NT$4,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
17.8 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,836 reviews)
"It ls a nice place for quick stay and have amazing breakfast choice!"
United States
Marta
The price is NT$4,599
NT$5,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Courtyard

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
19 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,922 reviews)
"A great location for a quick stay, and conveniently located close to the airport! Parking on-site was easy and the rooms themselves were very clean."
United States
Jordan
The price is NT$3,304
NT$3,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
25.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (924 reviews)
"Always love staying at Hampton inn. Very clean and staff very helpful "
United States
Cathy
The price is NT$3,673
NT$4,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
Bar (on property)

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,733 reviews)
"Great overnight stay. Pleasant staff, really great breakfast "
United States
Catherine
The price is NT$2,945
NT$3,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
21.8 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (465 reviews)
"not many amenities, but a great place to stay. "
United States
Nicole
The price is NT$3,890
NT$4,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
The Evergreen
Lobby sitting area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,591 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Federico
The price is NT$4,218
NT$4,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6.1 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,843 reviews)
"Nice hotel Would stay here again Staff very accommodating Room clean Great area"
United States
Sharon
The price is NT$4,384
NT$6,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Bar (on property)

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent experience for an airport area hotel. We would stay again! "
United States
Darcy
The price is NT$3,548
NT$4,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,041 reviews)
"Clean hotel, nice ambiance, great staff"
United States
Art
The price is NT$5,411
NT$6,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Lobby

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
15.7 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,598 reviews)
"Great room and accommodation. Friendly staff. "
United States
Richard
The price is NT$3,314
NT$3,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Hotel Aura SFO
Balcony

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
18.7 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,348 reviews)
"Thr hotel was exceptionally clean as well as the linen and bathroom. The staff were very friendly and i appreciated thr free ahuttle service to the Oakland airport. Thr price was very affordable for an overnight stay. "
United States
Eugina
The price is NT$2,789
NT$3,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Courtyard

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,460 reviews)
"Everything was great, locations , staff, amenities, the backyard is very welcoming and intertaining "
United States
Edgardo
The price is NT$4,556
NT$6,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Tapas bar

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
1.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,435 reviews)
"Clean room, great location and superb staff. "
United States
Brenda
The price is NT$7,972
NT$9,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Front of property

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
17.8 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,845 reviews)
"Super friendly staff and super clean facilities! We’ll definitely stay there again!"
United States
Mark
The price is NT$3,488
NT$4,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
The Dylan at SFO
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Central Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was very clean,staff was helpful. I had an excellent experience and i will definitely stay there again."
United States
Sheila
The price is NT$3,842
NT$4,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport
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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Find the best Central Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Union Square San Francisco a shop-aholic dream; Shutterstock ID 3603152

Union Square

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Fisherman\'s Wharf which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Fisherman's Wharf

Discover Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in this bustling tourist hotspot. Savor seafood at family-owned restaurants and explore the sea lion colony, while enjoying convenient cable car access.

Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

South of Market featuring skyline, a city and city views

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Nob Hill featuring street scenes

Nob Hill

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed Friday- Monday.The breakfast buffet has options for everyone. There is not a microwave in the room and they will only provide one for $20. I personally was not paying $20 to warm up my food. Staff was very nice and informative upon arrival. "
Angelica 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

What is Central Waterfront like?
Travelers to San Francisco's Central Waterfront neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. 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 neighborhood.
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 if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Central Waterfront.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Waterfront?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Central Waterfront, head over to our customer service page.
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 neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront include Oracle Park, The Midway, and Chase Center. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, be sure to visit other sights like 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.

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