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A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.

1. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

swapnil

NT$2,786

NT$3,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A dining table with plates of food, two wine glasses, and cutlery, set against a cityscape view.

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a city view through large windows.

A banquet hall with a central stage, chandeliers, and rows of tables set for a formal event.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a bell in the center.

2. Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

Theater District, 2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Fiona

NT$5,282

NT$6,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a bar area, and a large mirror on the wall.

A marble table with a champagne bottle, glasses, and chocolate-covered strawberries.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring arched windows and a prominent entrance.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork.

3. Orchard Hotel

Union Square, 2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

James Donald

NT$5,148

NT$6,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.

A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign for "California Center" and "Porte Seasons."

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Financial District, 2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Razan

NT$14,587

NT$17,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a grand staircase, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and large windows providing views of the street.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chandelier.

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Financial District, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Tracey

NT$6,615

NT$9,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a compact kitchen area, and a mirror.

A corner room with a grey sofa, two pillows, a small round wooden table, a radiator, and a wooden cabinet with a hanger.

A motel sign with the name 'Star Motel' in large, bold letters.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.

6. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Alicia

NT$4,285

NT$4,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.

A spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.

A bar area with three black barstools, a wooden counter, and a shelf stocked with liquor bottles.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

7. Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Michelle

NT$7,564

NT$10,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns and detailed carvings.

A pathway lined with benches, flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a tree.

A dining room with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.

A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.

8. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Chinatown, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jennifer

NT$11,000

NT$14,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

The exterior of an Orchard Hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A round metal table with four chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass on the table.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a chandelier.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a receptionist, a statue, and a potted plant.

9. Orchard Garden Hotel

Chinatown, 2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ashley

NT$5,254

NT$6,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A bar area with a bartender, wooden shelves with bottles, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a television screen displaying a fire.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large abstract painting.

10. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

cynthia lee

NT$4,346

NT$6,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden dresser, and a door leading to another room.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a leather sofa, a small cart, and a potted plant.

A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, hairdryer, and coffee maker.

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small nightstand with a phone.

11. Columbus Motor Inn

Russian Hill, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

julia

NT$6,353

NT$7,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.

A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a small side table with a vase.

12. The Huntington Hotel

Nob Hill, 1.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Steven

NT$25,531

NT$31,742 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

The exterior of a Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear entrance, a sign indicating 'Entrance Only' and 'Clearance 9-6', and the hotel's name displayed prominently.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large decorative ceiling.

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

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Scott Eugene

NT$4,761

NT$6,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An open patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a white brick wall.

A traditional room with a fireplace, patterned furniture, and a bookshelf.

A building with a striped awning labeled "WHITE SWAN Z" and a sign indicating the entrance.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, and a patterned floor.

14. White Swan Inn

2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Mohamed

NT$5,532

NT$7,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A mural with hands holding a globe, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.

A Marriott Vacation Club building with a prominent illuminated sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

15. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Julie

NT$5,145

NT$6,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a kitchen area, and a display case with snacks.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.

16. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Thomas D

NT$4,199

NT$6,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a sign reading 'COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT.'

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a dark wooden wall.

A kitchen area with a microwave, two refrigerators stocked with beverages and snacks, and shelves with various packaged foods.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, seating, and artwork on the walls.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Amanda

NT$5,599

NT$6,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a wine bottle.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, refrigerator, and microwave.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

18. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Radu

NT$4,869

NT$5,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

An outdoor patio area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a decorative metal sculpture.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a small stool, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A dining area with a long table set for multiple guests, surrounded by wicker chairs, with a wooden ceiling and framed artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the city through the window.

19. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Spencer

NT$5,667

NT$8,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cinema in the background.

A modern lobby with a mix of seating areas, a bar, and a large plant.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a wooden ceiling design.

20. The Jay, Autograph Collection

Financial District, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

David

NT$10,289

NT$12,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	9.4 Exceptional 3,398 reviews	View
Marines Memorial Club & Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
Orchard Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,251 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

8/10 Good

"It is ok hotel for what we needed. It has some weird wall design that gives it a very old worn down hotel. My husband kept sneezing and coughing due to the old carpet but hey we are still alive so all is good"

Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Location was awesome. Clean / quiet room. Buffett was something left to be desired in terms of price and selection."

Argonaut Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is located in an amazing location, is very clean and includes all the comforts of home. The staff were extremely helpful, definitely will return!"

Fairmont San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at the Fairmont San Francisco in Nob Hill. The hotel itself is beautiful and full of classic San Francisco charm, but the highlight for us was definitely our corner room. The views were absolutely incredible. Being able to look out over the city and across the bay, especially as the light changed throughout the day, made the whole stay feel extra special. There’s something pretty unforgettable about waking up to those sweeping views of San Francisco and then seeing the city and bay lit up at night. We found ourselves just standing by the windows taking it all in. The location on Nob Hill was also perfect for exploring the city, and coming back to such a beautiful hotel at the end of the day made the experience even better. The staff was welcoming and attentive, and everything about our stay felt polished without losing the historic character that makes the Fairmont so iconic. We would absolutely stay here again. If you have the opportunity to book a corner room with a city and bay view, it’s worth it. Those views alone made our stay one we’ll remember for a long time."

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff is helpful and very pleasant. Location was great- walking distance to Union Square."

San Remo Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location and clean room. The staff is kind and helpful too. Please be aware that the room sizes are not as shown. They are extremely small."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Best location. Second time there. Excellent breakfast. Really really nice"

Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

8/10 Good

"The location was great, walking distance from pier 39 and other great locations. Only problem was the sheets were either stained or not cleaned properly. Definitely will be asking for fresh sheets if I stay there again. Also the person who checked us in was very sarcastic and kept telling me to look at the paper provided instead of answering my questions directly. Not very friendly."

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Hermoso hotel, una ubicación perfecta, me sorprendió su limpieza, tiene una atmósfera muy agradable y familiar. Y cabe destacar la atención de las señoritas de recepción, muy amables y eficientes. Volvería a hospedarme en mi próximo viaje a San Francisco."

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8.6/10 (14 reviews)

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7.6/10 (4 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum is located in a vibrant area of San Francisco known for its top museums and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 199 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf and Hotel Zephyr San Francisco.

How many hotels will I find close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Expedia has 199 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

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What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Study the collections at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Cable Car Museum, or Exploratorium. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Coit Tower are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at SF Masonic Auditorium, Marines Memorial Theater, and SHN Curran Theatre.

How can I get to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Nearby metro stations include Jones St and Beach St Stop, Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop, and Hyde St & Beach St Stop. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum hotels

1. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

2. Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

3. Orchard Hotel

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

6. Star Motel

7. Argonaut Hotel

8. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

9. Orchard Garden Hotel

10. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

11. Columbus Motor Inn

12. The Huntington Hotel

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

14. White Swan Inn

15. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

16. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

18. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

19. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

20. The Jay, Autograph Collection

Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

Argonaut Hotel

Fairmont San Francisco

Handlery Union Square Hotel

San Remo Hotel

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

USS Pampanito

SS Jeremiah O'Brien

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Boudin Bakery

Musée Mécanique

SkyStar Wheel Fisherman’s Wharf

The Cannery at Del Monte Square

Winery Collective

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