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A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, patterned chairs, a small table with a candle, and a decorative railing.

A bar cart with gin bottles and glasses on a carpeted floor.

A spacious, elegantly furnished living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting.

1. Galleria Park Hotel

Financial District, 2.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Oleg

￥24,726

￥35,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.

2. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

John

￥23,781

￥28,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a bar area, and a large mirror on the wall.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork.

A marble table with a champagne bottle, glasses, and chocolate-covered strawberries.

3. Orchard Hotel

Union Square, 2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Dhara

￥22,498

￥26,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign for "California Center" and "Porte Seasons."

A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a red chair, a white table, and a bowl of apples.

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Financial District, 2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ariane

￥74,197

￥87,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a grand staircase, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and large windows providing views of the street.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chandelier.

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Financial District, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Luis Eduardo

￥33,188

￥45,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

The exterior of an Orchard Hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with multiple tables, each set with white tablecloths, plates, and cutlery.

A round metal table with four chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass on the table.

6. Orchard Garden Hotel

Chinatown, 2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

John

￥23,995

￥28,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.

A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.

A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.

A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.

7. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Chinatown, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Simona

￥64,037

￥82,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

An open patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a white brick wall.

A building with a striped awning labeled "WHITE SWAN Z" and a sign indicating the entrance.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a built-in china cabinet, and a floral wallpaper design.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, and a patterned floor.

8. White Swan Inn

2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Thomas

￥32,415

￥43,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A corner room with a grey sofa, two pillows, a small round wooden table, a radiator, and a wooden cabinet with a hanger.

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

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

9. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 1.6 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

James

￥28,169

￥32,764 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 hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, hairdryer, and coffee maker.

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

A Columbus Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and balconies.

10. Columbus Motor Inn

Russian Hill, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

julia

￥25,719

￥30,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.

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.

11. Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Ann

￥35,860

￥49,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A bar area with a bartender, wooden shelves with bottles, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a television screen displaying a fire.

A cozy reading nook with a stack of books, a teal sofa, and a floor lamp.

12. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Keegan

￥25,039

￥35,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cinema in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a decorative wooden panel.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a wooden ceiling design.

13. The Jay, Autograph Collection

Financial District, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

David

￥61,339

￥72,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, bar stools, and a seating area with blue sofas.

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

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

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

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Marcin

￥30,670

￥41,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.

A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.

A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.

A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.

15. Fairmont San Francisco

Nob Hill, 1.8 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

virginia

￥51,902

￥69,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

16. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Teresa

￥25,322

￥29,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

17. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Thorsten

￥21,649

￥31,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Jeremy

￥32,415

￥38,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.

A modern living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a small side table with a vase.

A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.

A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.

19. The Huntington Hotel

Nob Hill, 1.9 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Steven

￥125,667

￥156,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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 bathroom with a granite countertop, a white sink, a microwave, and a cabinet with towels.

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

A vending machine stocked with snacks and a water dispenser.

20. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 1.5 km from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Yan

￥18,681

￥21,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Galleria Park Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,030 reviews	View
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	9.4 Exceptional 3,480 reviews	View
Orchard Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,239 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"A great location and friendly staff. Highly recommend."

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff, clean room, great location and comfy bed!"

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

8/10 Good

"Good stay, neat and clean . would love to stay here again."

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was convenient and safe location. Easy to request a Waymo to get to places we want to visit. Close to bus stops for commuting purposes."

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were comfortable, the staff were helpful and flexible when our flight was delayed, and the location was so convenient. I wish the coffee in the lobby was available every morning."

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is in a great location in Fisherman’s Wharf. Easy walk to Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and several nice cafes and restaurants. Love the underground parking. Felt really safe in the area. Our room was clean and comfortable with nice city view. Check-in and check-out was quick and easy. Staff was friendly. Will definitely stay there again next time we visit San Francisco."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"great"

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good

"Staff were great and breakfast was very good. Property well maintained."

Argonaut Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and good service."

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A waterfront promenade with a Maritime Museum, a large ship sculpture, and a staircase leading to a viewing platform.

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

8.6/10 (39 reviews)

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Boudin Bakery

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8.6/10 (14 reviews)

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7.6/10 (4 reviews)

During your trip to San Francisco, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cannery at Del Monte Square. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum is located in a vibrant area of San Francisco known for its top museums and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 192 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Zephyr San Francisco and Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf.

How many hotels will I find close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum.

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What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Study the collections at Cable Car Museum, Exploratorium, or Market Street Railway Museum. Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, and Fort Mason are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Club Fugazi, Bay Area Theatresports, and SF Masonic Auditorium.

How can I get to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum?

Nearby metro stations include Jones St and Beach St Stop, Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop, and Hyde St & Beach St Stop. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum hotels

1. Galleria Park Hotel

2. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3. Orchard Hotel

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

6. Orchard Garden Hotel

7. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

8. White Swan Inn

9. Star Motel

10. Columbus Motor Inn

11. Argonaut Hotel

12. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

13. The Jay, Autograph Collection

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

15. Fairmont San Francisco

16. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

17. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

19. The Huntington Hotel

20. Castle Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Top Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Stanford Court San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Argonaut Hotel

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

USS Pampanito

SS Jeremiah O'Brien

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Boudin Bakery

Musée Mécanique

The Cannery at Del Monte Square

Winery Collective

California Welcome Center

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