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Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco
4.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel close to everything you will need. Great restaurants and bars right downstairs for enjoyment. "
United States
Dawaun
Hotel G San Francisco
Lobby

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, (1,100 reviews)
"Fantastic Service! Loved my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is NT$3,316
NT$3,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
The Pickwick Hotel
Terrace/patio

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
Financial District, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,937 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff! "
United States
Angelina
The price is NT$3,354
NT$3,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Lobby

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
29.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel and rooms . Clean and comfortable. Restaurant is wonderful . "
United States
Meg
The price is NT$7,194
NT$7,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
Exterior

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, (2,853 reviews)
"Great location, room was clean and staff was helpful."
United States
Laura
The price is NT$3,757
NT$4,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Lobby

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
Financial District, 4.4 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,346 reviews)
"We loved our stay! "
United States
Christine
The price is NT$3,445
NT$4,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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, (3,838 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Harold Franklin
The price is NT$4,252
NT$6,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Bar (on property)

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
16.2 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,116 reviews)
"Friendly staff, large room, very quiet."
United States
Adam
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Indoor pool

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, (2,718 reviews)
"Great stay. Rooms are quiet and clean. Staff was extremely friendly "
United States
Amanda
The price is NT$5,590
NT$8,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Bar (on property)

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,508 reviews)
"Staff was great and friendly"
United States
Jocelyn
The price is NT$4,374
NT$6,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 22 per person)

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,456 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Hunter
The price is NT$4,374
NT$5,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
citizenM San Francisco Union Square
Lobby

Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square

Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square
4.0 star property
4 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room. Kindly staff"
United States
Xiaojun
The price is NT$2,242
NT$3,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
14.4 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Great option to stay outside the city, but be there in 30’ after a scenic ferry ride!"
United States
Arnd
The price is NT$6,660
NT$8,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
The Lodge at Tiburon
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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, (5,196 reviews)
"hotel was very clean, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. "
United States
Rafeal
The price is NT$3,878
NT$4,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Bar (on property)

The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"beautiful pool, staff very professional and welcoming, rooms are always beautiful, always a great coming to this hotel even for the price ☺️"
United States
Eileen
The price is NT$13,813
NT$16,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
The Phoenix Hotel
Lobby lounge

FOUND Hotel, San Francisco

FOUND Hotel, San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (745 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Michele
FOUND Hotel, San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

Grant Plaza Hotel

Grant Plaza Hotel
2.0 star property
Chinatown, 4.1 km from Central Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,014 reviews)
"Very clean , very comfortable. Staff very friendly "
United States
boris
The price is NT$2,520
NT$2,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Grant Plaza Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served

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, (1,130 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, unbeliveably quiet interior courtyard. Nice bar and easy to get to our show. Would stay again. Valet parking was conveniant too!"
United States
Tatiana
The price is NT$4,979
NT$7,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Hotel Zelos San Francisco
Lobby

Hotel Garrett

Hotel Garrett
3.0 star property
South of Market, 3.2 km from Central Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (748 reviews)
"Great room for the price!"
United States
Eric
Hotel Garrett
Cocktail bar

Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay, close to cable cars shopping dining bars "
United States
HALEY
The price is NT$4,547
NT$6,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
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.
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

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 featuring a bay or harbor

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 showing a city and 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

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Nice s"
Emily 2-night trip
Posted 16 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 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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