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, 888 Garage, and The Midway. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, be sure to visit other sights like Pier 80 or Chase Center.

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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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2.4 km from Central Waterfront

Todd

￥35,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

1.9 km from Central Waterfront

Jennifer

￥40,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel with a sleek exterior and a parked sports car in front.

3. Hotel VIA

2.4 km from Central Waterfront

tara

￥37,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

4. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 4.7 km from Central Waterfront

Maria

￥29,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

5. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront

Thorsten

￥31,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

6. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Financial District, 4.1 km from Central Waterfront

Juan

￥47,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

South of Market, 3.5 km from Central Waterfront

Ariel

￥37,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A La Quinta hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

12 km from Central Waterfront

Martin

￥21,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'PARC 55' sign, a 'Barbary Coach' restaurant, and a view of the street with light trails from moving vehicles.

9. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront

Janet

￥29,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."

10. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront

John

￥25,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

11. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Financial District, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront

Supriya

￥25,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

16.4 km from Central Waterfront

Francis

￥26,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

13. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

11.3 km from Central Waterfront

Armondo

￥24,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, bar stools, and a glass display case filled with bottles.

14. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

12.8 km from Central Waterfront

Larry

￥19,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

15. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

17.2 km from Central Waterfront

Celeste

￥24,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

16. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

12.2 km from Central Waterfront

Ramamurthy

￥28,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

11.4 km from Central Waterfront

jenny

￥25,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

18. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

4 km from Central Waterfront

Paul

￥24,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

19. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront

Pedro

￥31,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

20. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

18.7 km from Central Waterfront

Kalanea

￥17,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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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 pier with a large number of sea lions resting on floating platforms.

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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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

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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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

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

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The bathroom light was hard tofind"

Stanford Court San Francisco

8/10 Good

"The staff were so friendly and helpful, couldn’t do enough for you. The bar area is great, the rooms are comfortable and spacious. Location is right at the top of the steep hill at California St but the cable car stop is also there. The only reason I haven’t given it a 5* is the breakfast could be improved. You have to hand in a breakfast buffet voucher (pay extra for à la carte) and you are handed a plate (v old and scratched). Options are limited and no table service. You have to make your own tea in a paper cup. That doesn’t make it a luxury hotel in my view."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in an excellent location just a few steps from Union Square, the cable car stop, and the BART train station, not to mention all the clothing stores and food options around it. The room was clean and very comfortable with a refrigerator inside, and I really liked the free cookies, apples, and water in the lobby. However, the service from the lobby staff could be improved, as they misplaced my small suitcase and only found it after checking three times. Management should improve staff training so they follow protocols and do not affect customers. I would stay at the hotel again, but I would be careful with the lobby staff."

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1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

3. Hotel VIA

4. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

5. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

6. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

9. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10. Handlery Union Square Hotel

11. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

13. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

14. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

15. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

16. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

18. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

19. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

20. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

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