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. A few places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront include Oracle Park, The Midway, and Pier 80. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, be sure to visit other sights like Chase Center or Bottom of the Hill.

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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1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2.4 km from Central Waterfront

angelica

￥39,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

1.9 km from Central Waterfront

Fernando

￥41,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 4.7 km from Central Waterfront

Heidi

￥28,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

4. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Union Square, 3.9 km from Central Waterfront

Esteban

￥35,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

5. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Financial District, 4.1 km from Central Waterfront

Anna

￥50,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

6. Galleria Park Hotel

Financial District, 3.9 km from Central Waterfront

LOVLEEN

￥31,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

11.4 km from Central Waterfront

Alain

￥27,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

8. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square, 3.7 km from Central Waterfront

Joseph

￥40,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

9. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront

Sarah

￥29,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

17.2 km from Central Waterfront

Jeffrey

￥21,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront

Thomas D

￥31,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

12. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

12.8 km from Central Waterfront

EDDIE

￥19,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. YOTEL San Francisco

3.4 km from Central Waterfront

Daniel

￥22,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

14. Hotel Aura SFO

15.7 km from Central Waterfront

Andres

￥19,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

15. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Financial District, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront

Nadya

￥22,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

16. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Lower Nob Hill, 4 km from Central Waterfront

Padre

￥17,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

17. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

12.4 km from Central Waterfront

Heather

￥24,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

18. King George Hotel

Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront

Carol M

￥16,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

19. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront

Michael Aaron

￥28,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

20. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 5.9 km from Central Waterfront

Spencer

￥38,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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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 street with shops, including a crystal shop and a crepes cafe.

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.

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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.

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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.

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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a central park with pathways, and a few people walking.

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

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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.

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Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

10/10 Excellent

"The only issie I had was that you can hear the people in the next room talking. So it was hard to get to sleep. The walls seem "thin" in this hotel. Stayed here before and same thing. Could almost hear the conversation. City noise is always an issue but thats not the hotels fault. A garbage truck doing something woke me up at 4:30am. Loud banging and glass breaking for about an hour. Wasnt sure what it was. Other than that, the place was clean and bed/pillows very comfortable. Riom was a good temperature. The staff is super friendly. Ill continue to use this hotel."

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Our top choices for Central Waterfront hotels

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

3. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

4. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

5. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

6. Galleria Park Hotel

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

8. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

9. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

13. YOTEL San Francisco

14. Hotel Aura SFO

15. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

16. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

17. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

18. King George Hotel

19. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

20. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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