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Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
25.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (862 reviews)
"Breakfast served every morning and staff was extremely friendly."
United States
Richard
The price is ¥20,973
¥24,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
20.5 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,281 reviews)
"The who hotel was kept really clean and the breakfast was good with a variety of items to choose from. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is ¥14,947
¥17,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,248 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
Jon
The price is ¥18,236
¥20,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Aloft San Francisco Airport

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay! Beautiful spacious room,10 out of 10 on cleanliness and friendly staff, Marlene was extremely helpful! I would highly recommend staying here!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ¥18,366
¥21,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Comfort Inn Castro Valley

Comfort Inn Castro Valley
2.5 star property
27.2 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast was fantastic!"
United States
Catherine
The price is ¥15,678
¥17,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Comfort Inn Castro Valley

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,538 reviews)
"Great breakfast and nice and clean hotel. Definitely would stay again:))"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ¥19,220
¥22,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

The Catrina Hotel

The Catrina Hotel
2.5 star property
24.4 km from Central Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (971 reviews)
"Easy check in, easy free parking "
United States
Pablo
The price is ¥14,095
¥16,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 4 - Feb 5
The Catrina Hotel

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Central Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (3,016 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
John Aldrane
The price is ¥16,475
¥19,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
17.8 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,832 reviews)
"great hotel, well designed, comfortable beds, easy access to the bart and aiport"
United States
Alan
The price is ¥17,275
¥20,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
The Dylan at SFO

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly receptionist at check in. Nice room, good breakfast and free easy parking. Would stay again! "
United States
veronica i
The price is ¥20,693
¥25,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
29.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel and rooms . Clean and comfortable. Restaurant is wonderful . "
United States
Meg
The price is ¥36,170
¥39,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

The Grove Inn

The Grove Inn
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (681 reviews)
"I will stay at the Grove Inn every time I'm in SF"
United States
David
The Grove Inn

Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel
3.0 star property
6 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect locatuon, cute clean hotel"
United States
Lori
The price is ¥28,626
¥33,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Stanyan Park Hotel

Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Royal Pacific Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Russian Hill, 4.8 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
LEWIS
The price is ¥14,711
¥17,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
18.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,909 reviews)
"Location and amenities and morning breakfast was amazing "
United States
harpal
The price is ¥20,625
¥23,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
3.0 star property
29.1 km from Central Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (544 reviews)
"Clean hotel and good breakfast."
United States
Juan
The price is ¥18,666
¥21,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Hyatt Place San Carlos

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport
2.0 star property
15 km from Central Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"This place is a great place to stay when visiting the bay , if you don’t mind a bit of driving completely safe and parking available. "
United States
Geycer
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
18.8 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,435 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Mary Ann
The price is ¥15,177
¥17,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
18.7 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,314 reviews)
"Great price and great stay. Friendly staff "
United States
Abu
The price is ¥14,719
¥16,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,617 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Ti'Shaun
The price is ¥14,949
¥18,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hotel Skye SFO
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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

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.

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.

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.

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

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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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. A few places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront include Oracle Park, Chase Center, and Anchor Brewing Company. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, be sure to visit other sights like California College of the Arts or Hosfelt Gallery.
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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