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Our top choices for Central Waterfront hotels

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

1. 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, (2,348 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious and the location was great!"
United States
Greg
The price is NT$5,659
NT$6,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
1.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,641 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Farukh
The price is NT$7,833
NT$9,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
A modern hotel with a sleek exterior and a parked sports car in front.

3. Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,583 reviews)
"Very nice clean hotel, good location, friendly staff"
Canada
Murtaza
The price is NT$6,266
NT$7,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel VIA
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

4. 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, (7,697 reviews)
"Great stay an breakfast"
United States
Troy
The price is NT$3,891
NT$5,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'PARC 55' sign, a 'Barbary Coach' restaurant, and a view of the street with light trails from moving vehicles.

5. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,677 reviews)
"Really great area to stay!"
United States
Janet
The price is NT$4,666
NT$5,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

6. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Nob Hill, 4.7 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,381 reviews)
"Clean room Staff great Amazing location"
United States
John
The price is NT$4,729
NT$5,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

7. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
4 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,502 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
eric
The price is NT$3,787
NT$4,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

8. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
Union Square, 3.7 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,115 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Isaac
The price is NT$4,977
NT$7,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

9. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
Cow Hollow, 5.9 km from Central Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,722 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and great value for the cost."
United States
Diane
The price is NT$3,917
NT$4,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

10. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
4.0 star property
Financial District, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,501 reviews)
"Will stay again!"
United States
itzel
The price is NT$4,026
NT$4,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

11. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
Union Square, 4 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (971 reviews)
"Great for a one night stay in between flights!"
United States
Isaac
The price is NT$4,896
NT$5,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel 32One
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.

12. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
4.0 star property
Union Square, 4 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,284 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, would stay again."
United States
Amanda
The price is NT$6,342
NT$8,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."

13. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,631 reviews)
"Excellent location for a friendly hotel"
United Kingdom
Stephen Noel
The price is NT$5,222
NT$6,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and booths, a tiled pillar, and a unique ceiling design.

14. Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco
4.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, excellent staff."
United States
matthew
The price is NT$4,030
NT$6,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hotel G San Francisco
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,506 reviews)
"Long weekend in Fisherman Wharf - perfect location, the hotel had everything we needed for our weekend getaway."
Canada
Marcin
The price is NT$5,118
NT$7,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

16. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
South of Market, 3.3 km from Central Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,575 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Jesus
The price is NT$3,445
NT$4,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Pickwick Hotel
A grand lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a fireplace.

17. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco
4.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,572 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Scott
The price is NT$5,120
NT$6,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
A city street at dusk with historic buildings, a tram, and a clear sky.

18. Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco
4.0 star property
Nob Hill, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,761 reviews)
"Excellent location and good value."
United States
April
The price is NT$6,596
NT$9,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Stanford Court San Francisco
A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,800 reviews)
"Great place to Stay!"
United States
Carolyn Jeane
The price is NT$4,406
NT$5,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

20. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay that has a lot of food options close by."
United States
cynthia lee
The price is NT$4,324
NT$6,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Emblem San Francisco
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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Find the best Central Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier with a large number of sea lions resting on floating platforms.

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.

A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

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.

A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

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.

A city street with tall buildings, flags, and cars.

South of Market

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

A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, a bridge, and a mix of modern and historic buildings.

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

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and good location!"
Elly 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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. Chase Center and Oracle Park are some favorite places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, be sure to visit other sights like 888 Garage or The Midway.
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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