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Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in San Francisco, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Stanford Court San Francisco Hotel |
8.4 / 10 (4099 Reviews) |
From 144$ | |
| Omni San Francisco Hotel |
9.0 / 10 (662 Reviews) |
From 157$ | |
| Warwick San Francisco Hotel |
8.0 / 10 (1009 Reviews) |
From 116$ | |
| Hi San Francisco Fisherman'S Wharf Hostel |
8.3 / 10 (1845 Reviews) |
From 31$ | |
| Washington Square Inn |
7.2 / 10 (284 Reviews) |
From 107$ |
Are you looking for a vacation destination that will offer you both beautiful sandy beaches and an urban cityscape? If so, many people choose to visit San Francisco. However, when deciding where to stay in this city, you might be wondering if you should choose a beach hotel or an urban hotel. Here are a few reasons why beach hotels may be the better choice for your upcoming trip to San Francisco.
Beach hotels are typically located in the more suburban areas of the city, giving you a little bit of both worlds. You can enjoy the quiet and relaxation that comes with being near the ocean, while also having easy access to all the sights and sounds of the city. Beach hotels also offer a variety of amenities that you may not find in an urban hotel. This could include things like on-site restaurants, swimming pools, and spa services.
If you are looking for a more relaxed and laid-back vacation experience, a beach hotel may be the right choice for you. Keep in mind, however, that some of these hotels can be a bit further away from the city center than urban hotels. So, if you are looking to be in the heart of the action, an urban hotel may be a better option..
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Stanford Court San Francisco Hotel
From 144$
Offering a living area and a bar, Stanford Court San Francisco Hotel is located in Downtown San Francisco district, next to the neo-gothic Grace Cathedral. Set within reach of Chinatown, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of American cuisine.
Guests can access Pier 39 within a 5-minute drive of the accommodation, while Nob Hill is a 10-minute walk away. It is just 3 km to the downtown of San Francisco. Stanford Court San Francisco Hotel is a short driving distance of Moscone Center.
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Omni San Francisco Hotel
From 157$
Located in Financial district within easy reach of Chinatown, Omni San Francisco Hotel features a flat-screen cable-TV and a bar. Boasting 24-hour front desk, limo hire service and a tour desk, this venue also provides guests with meeting rooms, a photocopier and a business centre.
The east–west Lombard Street and North Beach are 25 minutes and 9 minutes' walk away respectively. The accommodation is within about 30 minutes' walk of the centre of San Francisco. Omni San Francisco Hotel is a few minutes' drive from Moscone Center.
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Warwick San Francisco Hotel
From 116$
This venue is located in the centre of San Francisco, near the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square" and 17 minutes' walk from the free Cable Car Museum. Boasting access to the public park "Yerba Buena Gardens" within a short ride, the hotel includes a shared lounge, a flat screen TV and a fireplace onsite providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.
Moscone Center is less than 1 km away. The city centre is a 20-minute walk away. You can also visit Nob Hill in no time.
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Hi San Francisco Fisherman'S Wharf Hostel
From 31$
This venue is situated 850 metres away from Ghirardelli Public Square.
The accommodation is set in Marina district, around 20 minutes' walk from Pier 39. City centre of San Francisco is less than 4 km away. Off the Grid serves American and international dishes and lies 5 minutes' walk away. Mexican Museum is located in the immediate vicinity.
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Washington Square Inn
From 107$
Washington Square Inn San Francisco, situated less than 1.3 km from Pier 39, offers a fireplace and a flat-screen cable-TV. The venue is set in North Beach district, within easy reach of the 210 - foot Coit Tower.
Overlooking Washington Square Park, the inn is located near Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church. The accommodation is set a 25-minute walk from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Washington Square Inn is just a short drive from Exploratorium Hands-on Museum.
Hotels in San Francisco
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Buchanan Field, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County, San Francisco International |
| Average Price 💰 | 224$ |
| Hotels in San Francisco 🏨 | 423 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 58491 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | Presidio of San Francisco, Japanese Tea Garden, Mission Dolores Park, Filbert Steps, SS Jeremiah O'Brien |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Stanford Court San Francisco Hotel |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Omni San Francisco Hotel |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Warwick San Francisco Hotel |
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Cow Hollow Inn And Suites
From 108$
Cow Hollow Inn And Suites San Francisco, located 1.2 km from Palace of Fine Arts Event Venue, features free self-parking and a golf course. The property is set in Marina district, a few steps from Marina District.
This accommodation is in a 16-minute walk from Fort Mason Center. The hotel is 4 km from San Francisco city centre. Cow Hollow Inn And Suites is a short drive from Fisherman's Wharf.
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Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection
From 109$
This venue is located in the centre of San Francisco, near Chinatown and 6 minutes' walk from the bustling Union Square. Boasting access to North Beach within a short ride, the hotel includes a tea salon and a flat-screen cable-TV onsite providing guests with comfortable rooms.
Moscone Center is less than 1.2 km away. The city centre is within 20 minutes' walk away. The accommodation is also set close to the free Cable Car Museum.
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Beresford Arms Hotel
From 105$
Beresford Arms Hotel San Francisco, located 0.5 km from the shopping plaza "Union Square", features Wi Fi in the rooms. The surrounding area includes Nob Hill and Powell Street tube station within 650 metres from the venue.
This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from the east - west Union Street. The property is 2 km away from the centre of San Francisco. Beresford Arms Hotel is a few minutes' drive from Fisherman's Wharf.
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Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
From 125$
Chaise longues, a shared lounge and flat-screen TV are offered at Hotel Zephyr San Francisco, located 1.2 km from Coit Monument Tower. Set within a few minutes' drive from Market Street, it is a pet-friendly accommodation to stay in Fisherman's Wharf district of the city.
The ideal location next to a ferry port provides easy access to the antique coin-operated arcade games "Mechanical Museum". The waterfront museum "Aquarium of the Bay" is 0.4 km from the venue. The hotel is next to the restored USS Pampanito Wwii Submarine.
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The Barnes San Francisco, Tapestry Collection By Hilton Hotel
From 91$
Providing guests with allergy friendly rooms and a restaurant, the contemporary 4-star Villa Florence San Francisco On Union Square is located in the downtown district of San Francisco, within walking distance of the bustling Union Square and the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre". There are meeting rooms, a photocopy machine and a business centre at the hotel.
Moscone Center is within 0.7 km of the property, while the west Union Street is a 5-minute drive away. The city centre lies within 2 km of the venue. Villa Florence San Francisco On Union Square is a short driving distance of the free Cable Car Museum.
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Orchard Hotel
From 119$
Providing guests with allergy free rooms, a business centre and a restaurant, the contemporary 4-star Orchard Hotel is located in the financial district of San Francisco, within walking distance of Chinatown and Nob Hill. This venue features a bar and entertainment activities as well as Wi Fi throughout the accommodation.
The property is within 13 minutes' walk of Moscone Center and 300 metres away from the bustling Union Square. The city centre is within 25 minutes' walk away. Orchard Hotel is a short driving distance of the east - west Union Street.
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Hotel Nikko San Francisco
From 177$
Offering direct access to the east-west Union Street, Hotel Nikko San Francisco enjoys a convenient location in the centre of San Francisco. Set within reach of the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square", the venue features a grill restaurant serving meals of contemporary cuisine.
Located in Downtown San Francisco district, this accommodation is 250 metres from Powell Street tube station and close to St Mary's Square. The east – west Lombard Street is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
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Hotel Fiona
From 81$
The 4-star Carriage Inn is placed in San Francisco, not far from San Francisco Federal Building. There are computers, a business centre and a photocopier at the inn.
The venue lies in Downtown San Francisco district, about 350 metres from Harvest Urban Market. Civic Center Plaza is only 10 minutes' walk away. Carriage Inn is placed a few minutes' drive from Pier 39.
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Found Hotel, San Francisco
From 77$
The property is set 20 minutes' walk from the centre of San Francisco, about 15 minutes' walk from San Francisco City Hall.
Located a 5-minute walk from Powell Street underground station, the hostel is set close to the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square". Cable car ride is only 10 minutes' drive away. A 5-minute walk takes guests to Johnny Foley's bar. The east – west Lombard Street is set within a few minutes' drive from Found Hotel San Francisco.
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Hyatt Centric Fisherman'S Wharf San Francisco
From 143$
Featuring allergy-free rooms, a sun terrace and a year-round outdoor pool, Hyatt Centric Fisherman'S Wharf San Francisco Hotel is set 1.9 km from Square hearts in San Francisco. The accommodation is centrally placed near Pier 39, offering 316 rooms along with an a la carte restaurant.
Situated in Fisherman's Wharf district, the venue is set 1.3 km from North Beach. It is set in the tourist area, a few steps from Cable car ride. This hotel is also a short drive from Alcatraz Island.
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Hotel Bijou - Union Square
From 95$
Hotel Bijou, set in Downtown San Francisco district, 750 metres from Moscone Center, features a safe deposit box, a garage and a vending machine on site. The surrounding area includes the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square" and Powell Street tube station within 250 metres from the venue.
This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from North Beach. Guests can reach San Francisco city centre in 15 minutes on foot. You can get to the west Union Street in a few minutes by car.