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

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

A walk-in closet with wooden shelves and a mirrored door.

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

1. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

2.2 km from University of California, San Francisco

Katharina

￥19,737

￥35,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A wooden outdoor bar set with a variety of snacks, wine glasses, and bottles in a bucket.

A spacious living room with a grand piano, a staircase, and a cozy seating area.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a decorative tray with a glass jar and flowers.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

2. Parker Guest House San Francisco

2.6 km from University of California, San Francisco

Tom

￥34,444

￥40,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 hotel room with a large bed, a television, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

3. The Monte Cristo

2.7 km from University of California, San Francisco

Anne

￥47,625

￥56,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A buffet counter with coffee machines, a TV, and various food items.

A golf course with a pond, trees, and a path.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a bed, and a sitting area with a table and a chair.

The Stanyan Park Hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and two potted trees.

4. Stanyan Park Hotel

0.6 km from University of California, San Francisco

Arielle

￥32,987

￥38,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A potted succulent plant on a balcony with a metal railing and a chair in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

A closed elevator with a metallic finish, a fire safety sign, and a control panel with a red emergency button.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Becks Motor Lodge' sign, outdoor parking, and a covered walkway.

5. Becks Motor Lodge

2.4 km from University of California, San Francisco

Kaelen

￥31,299

￥36,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A set of stone steps leading up to a wooden bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a lattice fence.

A room with a dark door, a potted plant, framed artwork, and a small shelf with a lamp.

A room with patterned chairs, a round table with a lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract painting on the wall, a window with blinds, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

6. The Metro Hotel

2.1 km from University of California, San Francisco

Alan

￥32,922

￥38,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A building facade with a brick exterior, a white entrance with a number '890' above the door, and two flags above the entrance.

A spacious room with a long table, a microwave, and a laptop on a desk.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

7. The Grove Inn

2.8 km from University of California, San Francisco

Joe Mike

￥34,788

￥40,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, vanity with a sink, and a flat-screen TV.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a tree in front.

A rooftop terrace with a white sofa, a concrete planter, and a view of the cityscape including a building with a distinctive facade.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a flat-screen TV.

8. The Hotel Castro San Francisco

1.9 km from University of California, San Francisco

Jeffrey

￥35,418

￥41,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern hotel with a prominent 'LAUREL' sign, featuring a white facade with blue accents and a unique architectural design.

A modern living room with a yellow sofa, round ottomans, a small table, and a fireplace.

A bar area with a granite countertop, multiple liquor bottles, and black bar stools.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a fireplace.

9. The Laurel Inn, part of JdV by Hyatt

Pacific Heights, 2.8 km from University of California, San Francisco

virginia

￥57,407

￥66,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

The exterior of Casa Loma Hotel with a black awning and a large glass entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A staircase with a geometric railing design and a painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

10. Casa Loma Hotel

Western Addition, 2.7 km from University of California, San Francisco

Calvert

￥13,380

￥15,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A carpeted staircase with a patterned design, a handrail, and a white balustrade.

A green building with a 'revamp salon' sign, a 'Perramont Hotel' sign, and a tree in front.

A hotel room with a red office chair, a small wooden table with towels and toiletries, a radiator, and a patterned carpet.

11. Perramont Hotel

2.5 km from University of California, San Francisco

Sydney

￥10,184

￥12,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern room with two dark wooden chairs, a gold-framed side table, and a large window offering a view of buildings and greenery.

The exterior of Twin Peaks Hotel with large windows, a red facade, and a classic entrance with a black door and white trim.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and a built-in TV.

12. Twin Peaks Hotel

2.5 km from University of California, San Francisco

Elizabeth

￥9,785

￥12,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 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.

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

13. Hotel Drisco

Pacific Heights, 3.4 km from University of California, San Francisco

Geoffrey

￥123,008

￥143,073 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 Star Motel with a prominent sign, a balcony, and a tall chimney.

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

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

14. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 4.7 km from University of California, San Francisco

James

￥28,169

￥32,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden deck with a table set for two, featuring a plate of food and a cup of coffee.

A room with a grand piano, two striped armchairs, a fireplace, and a large painting.

A bedroom with a large bed, a round table, and a chair, with a view of trees through the window.

A wooden desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of greenery outside.

15. Noe's Nest Bed and Breakfast

3.5 km from University of California, San Francisco

Alicia

￥42,501

￥49,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 white SUV parked in a multi-level parking garage.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and a water dispenser.

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

16. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 4.7 km from University of California, San Francisco

Yan

￥18,695

￥21,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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.

17. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

4.1 km from University of California, San Francisco

Frankie

￥9,201

￥10,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 grand lobby with a staircase, a chandelier, and a seating area with striped sofas.

18. Hotel Majestic

3.9 km from University of California, San Francisco

Oksana

￥23,250

￥27,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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.

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

19. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 4.4 km from University of California, San Francisco

Lorraine

￥19,853

￥23,092 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.

20. Queen Anne Hotel

3.8 km from University of California, San Francisco

Thomas

￥34,473

￥40,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, San Francisco

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality	9.8 Exceptional 77 reviews	View
Parker Guest House San Francisco	9.6 Exceptional 506 reviews	View
The Monte Cristo	9.6 Exceptional 495 reviews	View
Stanyan Park Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Becks Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Stanyan Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place. Have stayed here several times. The WiFi is truly atrocious. The worst I have experienced in a decade."

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Had a super quick one night stay - our room was immaculate and very nice! The bed was very comfortable, the parking was easy, and the staff (via text message and in person) were very helpful :). Location is great and there are many good restaurants within walking distance!"

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good

"This was a very nice hotel however, the location is not ideal for somebody who does not know the Bay Area like me. We booked here because we thought it’d be close to everything and it is not as close as we thought. It’s like a 20 minute drive for everything and on top of that it is what is considered downtown so anything past 7 o’clock was to be avoided outside of this hotel because there are a lot of homeless people outside. During our stay, we experienced a homeless man or what seem to be a homeless man come into the lobby to dispose of a syringe obviously not used for medical needs and the hotel staff addressed, but it is something that I wish my kids did not have to see well. I understand that it is best for them to be properly disposed of. I think there needs to be a safe place for them to do that and provide that service if they’re going to and not in front of full on families."

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and staff was great"

Casa Loma Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Location excellent plenty good food places nearby parking sucked quiet inside establishment but noise outside which is a give."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Location"

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"B"

The Hotel Castro San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"It was. a lovely stay. Hotel was clean and beautiful but a bit quiet given no human staff were present. It was still cool aside from the quietness"

Absolutely Private President's Suite, Computer, Wi-Fi, Laundry, Pub. Parking

10/10 Excellent

"I really liked the location - near Golden Gate Park."

Other attractions near University of California, San Francisco

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Kezar Stadium

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A park with a statue, palm trees, and a building with banners.

California Academy of Sciences

9.0/10 (761 reviews)

This vast scientific institution is one of the world’s largest museums of natural history.

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Hunter S Thompson Crash Pad

You can find out about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Hunter S Thompson Crash Pad. Take in the acclaimed theater scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

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National AIDS Memorial Grove

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore National AIDS Memorial Grove, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.

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O'Reilly's Pub

O'Reilly's Pub is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Dahlia Garden

Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Dahlia Garden. Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Steinhart Aquarium

Take the kids to visit the sea life you'll find at Steinhart Aquarium during your visit to San Francisco. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Morrison Planetarium

Enjoy an outing to Morrison Planetarium during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, San Francisco?

University of California, San Francisco is located in a scenic area of San Francisco known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 68 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of California, San Francisco?

Stanyan Park Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a cafe. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from University of California, San Francisco. Other good options within 5 miles include Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG and Handlery Union Square Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of California, San Francisco?

Expedia has 68 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of California, San Francisco.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, San Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to University of California, San Francisco.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of California, San Francisco?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near University of California, San Francisco, click here.

What can I see and do near University of California, San Francisco?

Study the collections at California Academy of Sciences, De Young Museum, or Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. Golden Gate Bridge, Castro Theatre, and Castro Street are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at The Fillmore, SFJAZZ Center, and Louise Davies Symphony Hall.

How can I get to University of California, San Francisco?

Nearby metro stations include Judah Street & 9th Avenue Station, Judah St & 12th Ave Stop, and Judah St & Funston Ave Stop. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for University of California, San Francisco hotels

1. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

2. Parker Guest House San Francisco

3. The Monte Cristo

4. Stanyan Park Hotel

5. Becks Motor Lodge

6. The Metro Hotel

7. The Grove Inn

8. The Hotel Castro San Francisco

9. The Laurel Inn, part of JdV by Hyatt

10. Casa Loma Hotel

11. Perramont Hotel

12. Twin Peaks Hotel

13. Hotel Drisco

14. Star Motel

15. Noe's Nest Bed and Breakfast

16. Castle Inn

17. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

18. Hotel Majestic

19. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

20. Queen Anne Hotel

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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Stanyan Park Hotel

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Casa Loma Hotel

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

The Hotel Castro San Francisco

Absolutely Private President's Suite, Computer, Wi-Fi, Laundry, Pub. Parking

Other attractions near University of California, San Francisco

Kezar Stadium

California Academy of Sciences

Hunter S Thompson Crash Pad

National AIDS Memorial Grove

O'Reilly's Pub

Dahlia Garden

Steinhart Aquarium

Morrison Planetarium

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