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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, (2,363 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, good complimentary breakfast."
United States
MELISSA
The price is NT$6,318
NT$7,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
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, (2,634 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable beds"
United States
Heather
The price is NT$8,262
NT$9,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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, (1,574 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Gabriela
The price is NT$6,386
NT$7,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hotel VIA
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

4. 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, (6,416 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is NT$4,104
NT$4,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

5. 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, (7,724 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Richard
The price is NT$4,219
NT$6,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at sunset.

6. 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, (1,704 reviews)
"Really great area to stay!"
United States
Janet
The price is NT$4,756
NT$5,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

7. 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, (3,135 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Isaac
The price is NT$6,031
NT$8,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

8. 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, (3,520 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
eric
The price is NT$3,862
NT$4,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door leading to a bathroom.

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, (1,733 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and great value for the cost."
United States
Diane
The price is NT$3,992
NT$4,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A modern interior with round tables and chairs, a patterned rug, and a large wooden wall.

10. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

Hotel Zelos San Francisco
4.0 star property
South of Market, 3.5 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,197 reviews)
"The bed was very comfortable and the amenities were very nice."
United States
Christian
The price is NT$6,087
NT$8,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hotel Zelos San Francisco
A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

11. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Financial District, 3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,056 reviews)
"Awesome property great location"
United States
Joseph
The price is NT$4,838
NT$7,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Galleria Park Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

12. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
Union Square, 4 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (977 reviews)
"Great for a one night stay in between flights!"
United States
Isaac
The price is NT$4,569
NT$5,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel 32One
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

13. 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, (1,591 reviews)
"Very decent place to stay with “Maltese Falcon” movie history."
United States
Ian
The price is NT$3,511
NT$4,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Pickwick Hotel
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

14. 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, (3,514 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Russell
The price is NT$4,731
NT$5,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, 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, (2,501 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel Great location near Fisherman's Wharf Would definitely stay here again"
Australia
Angelo
The price is NT$5,476
NT$7,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

16. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,808 reviews)
"Loved staying here wished I booked more days !"
United States
Evelyn
The price is NT$5,104
NT$6,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.

17. 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, (2,300 reviews)
"Excellent location, fun, historic hotel with greet top floor bar. Have stayed here multiple times and enjoyed each one."
United States
Terrell
The price is NT$5,982
NT$8,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and booths, a tiled pillar, and a unique ceiling design.

18. Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco
4.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, excellent staff."
United States
matthew
The price is NT$4,350
NT$6,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hotel G San Francisco
A grand lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a fireplace.

19. 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, (1,590 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
Samantha
The price is NT$5,181
NT$6,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."

20. 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, (3,652 reviews)
"Friendly staff and comfortable stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is NT$5,322
NT$6,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Handlery Union Square Hotel
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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 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 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 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

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good
"The bathroom is small. Acoustic ceilings all over looks like a nice hotel from the 80s. The breakfast was great. Made the stay. Room was clean. Staff was great."
dion 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour 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. 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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