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

A modern hotel with a glass facade, large windows, and a vibrant, illuminated exterior.

A modern reception area with a large screen displaying a desert landscape, wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.

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

1. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

1 km from Academy of Art University

Farukh

￥38,891

￥45,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring arched windows and a prominent entrance.

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

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

2. Orchard Hotel

Union Square, 1.4 km from Academy of Art University

Dhara

￥23,323

￥27,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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.

3. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Financial District, 1.4 km from Academy of Art University

Ariane

￥72,714

￥85,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.

A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

4. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

0.6 km from Academy of Art University

Greg

￥28,108

￥33,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, a receptionist, a statue, and a potted plant.

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

5. Orchard Garden Hotel

Chinatown, 1.3 km from Academy of Art University

Ashlee

￥24,092

￥28,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

A spacious living area with a city view, modern furniture, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

6. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square, 1.1 km from Academy of Art University

Isaac

￥24,724

￥36,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign for the Hyatt Regency.

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a large pillar, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

South of Market, 0.8 km from Academy of Art University

Sonia

￥25,414

￥36,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A buffet area with a variety of food items and condiments.

A modern bar area with a colorful ceiling, wooden stools, and a bar counter.

A modern building with a glass facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with illuminated signage.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a neatly made bed, and a hanging light fixture.

8. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

Union Square, 0.9 km from Academy of Art University

Cynthia

￥20,521

￥24,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

A spacious lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, a bar area, and a seating area with a coffee table.

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

9. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Chinatown, 1.5 km from Academy of Art University

Ahmed

￥66,828

￥86,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large abstract painting.

10. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

1.4 km from Academy of Art University

Keegan

￥21,476

￥31,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.

A modern reception area with a round mirror, seating, and a wooden panel wall.

A modern lounge area with a large mirror, comfortable seating, a coffee table with a tray, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A nighttime cityscape through a window, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a view of the urban landscape.

11. The St. Regis San Francisco

South of Market, 0.7 km from Academy of Art University

Christopher

￥77,189

￥98,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and booths, a tiled pillar, and a unique ceiling design.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a large mirror.

A modern interior with a check-in desk, wooden flooring, and indoor plants.

A bar area with stools, a red door, and a wall with a fruit pattern.

12. Hotel G San Francisco

1.2 km from Academy of Art University

matthew

￥20,007

￥29,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a desk with a lamp. There is a bed with a white headboard and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by other high-rise structures.

A bar area with a chalkboard menu listing oysters and other items, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

13. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

South of Market, 0.8 km from Academy of Art University

Nirav

￥77,692

￥100,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A grand lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a fireplace.

A hallway with a Christmas tree and nutcracker statues.

A person with a suitcase at the entrance of a building with a blue wall and a decorative door.

A grand lobby with a checkered floor, a blue sofa, and a chandelier.

14. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

1.3 km from Academy of Art University

Scott

￥25,436

￥29,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.

A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.

A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.

A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.

15. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Financial District, 0.9 km from Academy of Art University

Sean

￥48,160

￥64,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious room with large windows, two armchairs, a small table with books, and a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, a sofa set, and large windows offering city views.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outside through the window.

16. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

1.3 km from Academy of Art University

Randall Gray

￥32,991

￥44,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden benches, and a laundry sign.

A reception desk with wooden panels, two pendant lights, and a bulletin board with various notices.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, a sink, and a door.

17. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Union Square, 1.1 km from Academy of Art University

Dennis

￥13,780

￥16,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

A waterfront pier with wooden platforms where seals are resting.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a ceiling with a blue marble pattern, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern building with a glass facade and a prominent entrance.

18. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

South of Market, 0.5 km from Academy of Art University

Jose

￥29,371

￥43,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.

The entrance to the Taj Hotel in San Francisco, featuring a prominent blue awning and a red carpet leading to the doors.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

19. Taj Campton Place

Union Square, 1.2 km from Academy of Art University

Vince

￥35,593

￥47,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with round tables and chairs, a patterned rug, and a large wooden wall.

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a bar counter.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a bar area, and a seating area with a black sofa.

20. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

South of Market, 0.8 km from Academy of Art University

Gary

￥29,654

￥41,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Academy of Art University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
LUMA Hotel San Francisco	9.6 Exceptional 2,638 reviews	View
Orchard Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 2,357 reviews	View
Orchard Garden Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Academy of Art University Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing"

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed more than once and keep returning! Love the little bar and full service (complimentary) coffee and tea all day! The rooms are small but the closets are big which is appreciated in a small room. In room fridge is great. The lobby is nice, guests tend to be social and front desk staff and bartenders are friendly."

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good view very clean"

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Location"

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good

"Property is well located and the amenities on site were very good. Nice bar and decent restaurant. Negative is always parking. Expensive and our vehicle was actually too tall for the garage that is only 5’8”"

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed our stay at Hilton very much. Would recommend it."

The Mosser

8/10 Good

"Decent little Hotel. We had a very small room, but a bathtub which doesn’t happen often. The beds were just ok, but no major complaints. No refrigerator in the room. Public parking was just around the corner $44 for 24 hours. Good area to walk to restaurants and coffee."

Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Academy of Art University?

Academy of Art University 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 717 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Academy of Art University?

Handlery Union Square Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Academy of Art University. Other good options within a short distance include Chancellor Hotel on Union Square and Grand Hyatt San Francisco.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Academy of Art University?

Expedia has 717 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Academy of Art University.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Academy of Art University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Academy of Art University?

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What can I see and do near Academy of Art University?

Study the collections at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, or Cable Car Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include San Francisco Mint, Palace Hotel, and 450 Sutter Building. You can catch a show at Warfield Theatre, Golden Gate Theatre, and SHN Curran Theatre.

How can I get to Academy of Art University?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Academy of Art University is easy. Walk to nearby metro stations like Market St & 5th St Stop, Market St & Taylor St Stop, and Powell St & Market St Stop. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at San Francisco Station.

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Our top choices for Academy of Art University hotels

1. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

2. Orchard Hotel

3. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

4. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

5. Orchard Garden Hotel

6. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

8. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

9. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

10. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

11. The St. Regis San Francisco

12. Hotel G San Francisco

13. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

14. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

15. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

16. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

17. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

18. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

19. Taj Campton Place

20. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

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Top Academy of Art University Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

The Mosser

Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

Other attractions near Academy of Art University

SOMA Pilipinas

McLellan Botanicals

The Grand

Victoria Manalo Draves Park

1015 Folsom

Society of California Pioneers

Lefty O'Doul Bridge

Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center

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