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citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Hotel in Union Square, San Francisco

Ideally located in San Francisco, citizenM San Francisco Union Square has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

D
Dee
From
Italy
The sheets, the room, the breakfast, the tea and coffees
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,703 reviews
Price from
$154
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel

Financial District, San Francisco

Featuring a shared lounge and free WiFi, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel is located in San Francisco, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 0.8 miles from Moscone Center.

L
Luke
From
Panama
Great sense of community. Fantastic location in the heart of the city. I got sick on my last day staying here and Asad was amazing! Thank you so much guys for an amazing hostel experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 659 reviews
Price from
$89.60
1 night, 2 adults

Geary Parkway Motel

San Francisco

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Geary Parkway Motel is located in San Francisco, 1.4 miles from Baker Beach and 2.1 miles from University of San Francisco.

K
Krystal
From
United States
The owner/manager is extremely friendly. Location was close to UCSF, which is the reason I came. Rooms are nice and comfortable. Ease of access to nearby points of interest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
Price from
$205.97
1 night, 2 adults

Charming in law Inner Sunset at UCSF

Sunset District, San Francisco

Charming in law Inner Sunset at UCSF offers accommodations in San Francisco, 2.3 miles from University of San Francisco and 3.5 miles from San Francisco City Hall.

E
Elesha
From
United States
Wonderful location close to my daughter’s place of surgery and in a beautiful area with hiking trails. Parking was easy right in front of the house.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults

1br in quaint area, subway 12 mins to downtown, free EVcharge

San Francisco

1br in quaint area, subway 12 mins to downtown, free EVcharge offers accommodations in San Francisco, 6.3 miles from Golden Gate Bridge and 6.9 miles from Ghirardelli Square.

K
Kelli
From
United States
Easy to find in a nice neighborhood, and surprisingly easy to find parking even though the street was full most of the time. It was a comfortable and roomy basement apt with a wonderful cozy bed. It was also very convenient for me and had a kitchen with all the amenities. I love the easy access code I was given :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$125.10
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter San Francisco

Pacific Heights, San Francisco

Located in San Francisco and within a 17-minute walk of San Francisco City Hall, Chapter San Francisco features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

G
Georgia
From
United Kingdom
Friendly staff kitchen area with tea and coffee Very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews
Price from
$57.80
1 night, 2 adults

Timbri Hotel San Francisco, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel in Union Square, San Francisco

Located conveniently in San Francisco, Timbri Hotel San Francisco, Curio Collection by Hilton has air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a terrace.

R
Richard
From
Japan
Hotel and staff all great, the location has a lot of homeless around but we had no problems.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,184 reviews
Price from
$137.27
1 night, 2 adults

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

Hotel in Theater District, San Francisco

Offering free WiFi, FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill offers accommodations in San Francisco, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 1.2 miles from Moscone Center.

R
Ruben
From
United States
Convenient area close to the a trader Joe’s and a market across the street. Reasonable ride share prices from location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,524 reviews
Price from
$113.05
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun San Francisco

Marina District, San Francisco

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Samesun San Francisco is located in San Francisco, 1.6 miles from Crissy Field East Beach and a 9-minute walk from Ghirardelli Square.

J
Jonas Penna
From
Brazil
The Samesun Team members made my stay really special by being kind and giving informations for an amazing stay in SF
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,308 reviews
Price from
$131.91
1 night, 2 adults

Coventry Motor Inn

Hotel in Marina District, San Francisco

Coventry Motor Inn offers accommodations between the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco. Free WiFi and free covered parking are offered to guests.

S
Samara
From
United Kingdom
The rooms were clean and spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,122 reviews
Price from
$314.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5,310 reviews

This boutique Union Square hotel, located on the Powell Cable Car Line, is just 2 minutes' walk from cafes and shopping at Tiffany's, Macy's, Niketown and other popular Central San Francisco stores.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,939 reviews

This San Francisco hotel is located in Union Square, a 5-minute walk from the Powell Street cable car line. It offers an outdoor pool and rooms with an MP3 connection.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews

The Inn at Union Square San Francisco is a sophisticated and unique San Francisco hotel retreat in the center of it all.

From $1,160.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,011 reviews

Located in San Francisco, 656 feet from Union Square, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel features accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From $1,240.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,535 reviews

Located 2 minutes’ walk from Union Square and a classic Cable Car stop, this San Francisco hotel is in the heart of downtown San Francisco shops, galleries and restaurants.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,231 reviews

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel features a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square.

From $119.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,156 reviews

Centrally located in downtown San Francisco near the Powell Street Cable Cars and Powell BART station, this modern hotel offers a restaurant on site.

From $549.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,751 reviews

Located in Downtown San Francisco, this boutique hotel is just 2 blocks from Union Square. It features an on-site restaurant, a cardio room, and spacious rooms with free WiFi.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,033 reviews

Adjacent to the landmark Dragon Gate in San Francisco's historic Chinatown, this hotel offers guest rooms with free WiFi and a 24-hour reception.

From $846.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,121 reviews

Located in downtown San Francisco and just 5 minutes’ walk from Union Square, this charming hotel offers guest rooms with cable TV and free WiFi. Chinatown is 9 minutes' walk away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,449 reviews

Located directly across from Chinatown’s Dragon Gate, The Urban offers accommodations in San Francisco. Free WiFi and free 24-hour coffee are offered to guests.

From $216.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,326 reviews

Located less than 2 minutes' walk from Union Square in San Francisco’s Theater District, Touchstone Hotel - City Center features free WiFi and an on-site local deli.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,765 reviews

Conveniently set in San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews

Just 5 minutes’ walk to Union Square Park, this luxurious boutique hotel blends San Francisco Victorian décor with modern amenities like free WiFi in all rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,514 reviews

Located in the heart of San Francisco, FOUND FOUND Hotel, San Francisco is 1312 feet from FOUND Hotel, San Francisco and 2625 feet from Moscone Center.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,021 reviews

Located next to Chinatown, this hotel is 1.9 mi from San Francisco Art Institute. It features a rooftop garden and patio, and offers free WiFi.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

Located in San Francisco’s Theater District, this European-style hotel is 6 minutes’ walk from Union Square. The Andrews Hotel offers an on-site restaurant and guest rooms with free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,633 reviews

Located in Central San Francisco, Orange Village Hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Union Square. A fully equipped kitchen and free WiFi access are featured at this hostel.

From $122.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,381 reviews

Centrally located in heart of San Francisco city center, this luxury boutique hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from Union Square and 2 minutes’ walk from the American Conservatory Theater.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews

Famed bars, an awe-inspiring crystal chandelier restaurant, a fitness area and a glass dome indoor pool are featured at this landmark Financial District Palace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews

This towering historic landmark on Nob Hill features a top-floor restaurant with beautiful views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Cable car stops are just outside the hotel.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

Located in downtown San Francisco, this hotel is 4.3 mi away from the famous Golden Gate Bridge. University Club of San Francisco features multiple squash courts and rooms with free WiFi.

From $468.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,184 reviews

Located conveniently in San Francisco, Timbri Hotel San Francisco, Curio Collection by Hilton has air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,961 reviews

Located in the heart of San Francisco's business and financial district, Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco features comfortable accommodations in a private club-like atmosphere.

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Avg. price/night: $202.23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,308 reviews
very good location, very good staff, affordable price, very clean place
Guest review by
Rojan
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $846.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,033 reviews
The shower was great, very modern and powerful. The location was ideal for Chinese town and not too far to get taxi to pier for Alcatraz so was quite cheap. You can walk but it was very early when we left and had to be there at 8am. Bed was super comfy and there was a coffee maker in the room
Guest review by
Jade
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $786.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,804 reviews
We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Caza! The staff were lovely, our room was very clean and spacious with a lovely view of Alcatraz and the Joseph Conrad Park. Huge credit to the room cleaning staff who did a wonderful job on the room every day. The location is ideal , close to everything.We loved San Francisco and Hotel Caza and can't wait to be back!
Guest review by
Anna
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,751 reviews
Great accommodation. Very clean, tidy and comfortable. Ideal location and far enough away from the Tenderloin District. We felt very safe. Great value for money. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Room was very well equipped and was very spacious.
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Lukas
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $202.23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,308 reviews
I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. It’s in such a good location that feels very safe and is close to lots of good pubs/restaurants as well as lots of beautiful walking paths with ideal views of the city, Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. The staff were all really friendly and the rooms were very clean.
Guest review by
Delisser
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $196.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,688 reviews
It suited our budget. Excellent location...easy walk to Fishermans Wharf and Peir 39 and close to restaurants and bars on Columbus. Good public transport links. Hotel itself is old and the room we were in was small, but it was clean and comfortable. The shared amenities were spotlessly clean with plenty of liquid soap,shampoo, etc. The Reception staff were friendly and helpful. All in all, we enjoyed our stay and if visiting San Francisco again, would happily stay at the San Remo again.
Guest review by
Susan
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews
Very friendly staff that helped my combine two booking so I could stay in the same room. Clean and comfy bed and a spotless common area (shower, lounge) Affordable especially for the location within San Francisco. Late checking is available to my knowledge.
Guest review by
Sebastian
Solo traveler