The Best Hotels Closest to Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco for 2026

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a covered walkway.

A staircase with colorful steps, a blue door with the number 101, and a coffee bar area.

Two blue doors with numbers 103 and 102, flanked by windows with blinds.

1. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

3.1 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Anastasia

￥15,347

￥30,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

2. Hotel Drisco

Pacific Heights, 1.3 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Geoffrey

￥108,757

￥126,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A building facade with a blue ornate entrance, a sign reading "Monte Cristo," and two potted plants on the ground.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a patterned wallpaper.

A cozy living room with two leather armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a brick fireplace.

A room with floral wallpaper, a sofa with red and white cushions, a red ottoman, a wooden chair, a small table with a vase, and a large window with curtains.

3. The Monte Cristo

1.9 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Hilary

￥43,394

￥51,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a compact kitchen area, and a mirror.

A motel sign with the name 'Star Motel' in large, bold letters.

A Star Motel with a prominent sign, a balcony, and a tall chimney.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.

4. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 1.6 km from Palace of Fine Arts

May

￥21,190

￥24,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden dresser, and a door leading to another room.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a leather sofa, a small cart, and a potted plant.

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small nightstand with a phone.

A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, hairdryer, and coffee maker.

5. Columbus Motor Inn

Russian Hill, 2.9 km from Palace of Fine Arts

scott Ronald

￥24,063

￥28,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.

A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.

A bar area with three black barstools, a wooden counter, and a shelf stocked with liquor bottles.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

6. Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf, 2.5 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Vickie

￥31,900

￥44,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A covered outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by chairs, under a metal roof with a weather vane.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs. A staircase with a metal railing is visible in the background.

A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a lighthouse in the background.

7. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fisherman's Wharf, 2.3 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Janelle

￥141,428

￥166,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a door with a large glass panel, flanked by ornate railings and a well-lit interior.

A formal dining room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A grand wooden staircase with intricate balusters and a polished marble floor.

8. Sutter Mansion

2.8 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Mary

￥41,576

￥53,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A cobblestone street lined with flower-covered buildings, a welcoming archway, and a sign reading "Office."

A kitchen with a window, a vase with flowers, and a bowl of oranges on a table.

A building with a red door, a staircase, and a palm tree in the background.

A person sitting on a red staircase with a dog.

9. Marina Motel

Marina District, 0.6 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Sergiy

￥20,800

￥24,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a lobby, flanked by ornate columns and potted plants.

A wooden board with a variety of cheeses, fruits, and crackers on a glass table.

A hotel entrance with an American flag, a marquee sign, and well-manicured landscaping.

A formal dining room with long tables, chandeliers, and classic decor.

10. Hotel Majestic

2.7 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Donald

￥22,527

￥26,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a wine bottle.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, refrigerator, and microwave.

A dining table with a bottle of wine, a vase with roses, and a fruit bowl. There is a receipt and a pen on the table.

11. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 1 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Margarita

￥23,039

￥26,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A reception desk with a glass display case containing potted plants, a coffee station with a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted trash can.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a globe, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and a water dispenser.

A white SUV parked in a multi-level parking garage.

12. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 2.4 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Arlene

￥18,226

￥21,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

The exterior of a Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear entrance, a sign indicating 'Entrance Only' and 'Clearance 9-6', and the hotel's name displayed prominently.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf, 2.9 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Angelo

￥22,667

￥31,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, a black door with a circular design, and an exit sign above a door in the distance.

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

2.7 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Shannon

￥16,534

￥19,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

An outdoor patio area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a decorative metal sculpture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the city through the window.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a small stool, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A dining area with a long table set for multiple guests, surrounded by wicker chairs, with a wooden ceiling and framed artwork on the walls.

15. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 3 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Matthew

￥22,146

￥33,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A grand room with a staircase, ornate furniture, and a chandelier.

A room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a table, and a stove.

A formal dining room with round tables, red upholstered chairs, and ornate chandeliers.

A room with two upholstered chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

16. Queen Anne Hotel

2.6 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Ivan

￥30,814

￥35,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a sign reading 'COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT.'

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a dark wooden wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen area with a microwave, two refrigerators stocked with beverages and snacks, and shelves with various packaged foods.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 2.7 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Lisa

￥28,301

￥33,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.

A mural with abstract human figures and a green pattern, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central fire feature, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.

A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a bookshelf with various items.

18. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf, 2.8 km from Palace of Fine Arts

nizar

￥26,705

￥31,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel bar with a counter displaying pastries and a digital screen in the background.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.

19. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 3.1 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Richard

￥20,578

￥30,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern, compact room with a desk, chair, and a blue sofa.

A compact room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A street with cars parked on the side, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

20. La Casa Inn

Marina District, 1.9 km from Palace of Fine Arts

Kim

￥19,768

￥22,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Palace of Fine Arts

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality	9.8 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
Hotel Drisco	9.8 Exceptional 479 reviews	View
The Monte Cristo	9.6 Exceptional 499 reviews	View
Star Motel	9.4 Exceptional 657 reviews	View
Columbus Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Palace of Fine Arts Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn by the Bay

8/10 Good

"The room was nice despite being dated. It was quiet on the 8th floor where I stayed. The breakfast was very good and well stocked. The location is excellent. Parking outside beside the hotel was easy."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"We were very close to pier 39 and fisherman’s warf which was within a 10 minute walk. The rooms were nice and the breakfast was excellent! Staff was very friendly as well!"

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel for the price in such a convenient location. We loved the pool, which was a great temperature in mid October. Staff was very helpful and kind, and the number of staff/security in the lobby made it feel very secure."

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great accommodation and very close to many restaurants and bars. Easy access and to top it all off an underground car park"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Francisco - Lombard

8/10 Good

"Good staying in San Francisco and a safe place for my car."

Greenwich Inn

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and well located. Staff was exceptional and very helpful personal in a challenging personal experience. I was extremely impressed with the personal care I received!"

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Marina Green

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8.0/10 (3 reviews)

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Chestnut Street

9.0/10 (20 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Palace of Fine Arts?

Palace of Fine Arts is located in a scenic area of San Francisco known for its beautiful ocean views and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 71 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Palace of Fine Arts?

Marina Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Palace of Fine Arts. Other good choices close by include Inn at Golden Gate and La Luna Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Palace of Fine Arts?

Expedia has 71 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Palace of Fine Arts.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Palace of Fine Arts, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Palace of Fine Arts.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Palace of Fine Arts?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Palace of Fine Arts, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Palace of Fine Arts?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Walt Disney Family Museum, Cable Car Museum, or Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. Explore notable local landmarks like Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Mason, and Full House House. You can check out the local talent at Bay Area Theatresports, The Fillmore, and Club Fugazi.

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Our top choices for Palace of Fine Arts hotels

1. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

2. Hotel Drisco

3. The Monte Cristo

4. Star Motel

5. Columbus Motor Inn

6. Argonaut Hotel

7. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

8. Sutter Mansion

9. Marina Motel

10. Hotel Majestic

11. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

12. Castle Inn

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

15. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

16. Queen Anne Hotel

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

18. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

19. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

20. La Casa Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Palace of Fine Arts

Top Palace of Fine Arts Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn by the Bay

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Days Inn by Wyndham San Francisco - Lombard

Greenwich Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Other attractions near Palace of Fine Arts

Presidio Tunnel Tops

Marina Green

Walter S. Johnson Park

Letterman Digital and New Media Arts Center

Yoda Fountain

East Beach

Presidio Theater

Chestnut Street

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