The Best Hotels Closest to Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco for 2026

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

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

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

The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.

1. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

2.2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Paul

￥13,960

￥16,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

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

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.

2. Orchard Hotel

Union Square, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Ann

￥22,967

￥27,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

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

3. Galleria Park Hotel

Financial District, 2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Oleg

￥21,276

￥31,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.

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."

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Financial District, 1.9 km from Aquarium of the Bay

"Everything about the stay was first class. We checked in early and and our room was ready. McKenzie was friendly and very helpful at check-in. Our room was clean and beautifully maintained. We frequented the bar downstairs each night of our stay and were treated like royalty by our host Bryce and by our servers Kabin and Anton. To sum up, our stay was outstanding and I'd highly recommend this property to anyone visiting San Francisco,"

William

￥71,440

￥84,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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 hotel with a classic facade, large arched windows, and a prominent entrance with a canopy.

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

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Financial District, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Tracey

￥38,089

￥51,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

6. Orchard Garden Hotel

Chinatown, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Ashley

￥23,281

￥27,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

A modern lobby with a mix of seating areas, a bar, and a large plant.

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

7. The Jay, Autograph Collection

Financial District, 1.7 km from Aquarium of the Bay

David

￥54,023

￥63,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

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

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.

8. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

cynthia lee

￥21,673

￥31,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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.

9. The Huntington Hotel

Nob Hill, 1.9 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Steven

￥125,482

￥156,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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.

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

10. Columbus Motor Inn

Russian Hill, 0.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

julia

￥28,767

￥33,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

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, 1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Behrooz

￥29,845

￥42,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A modern lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

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.

12. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.5 km from Aquarium of the Bay

￥24,695

￥36,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

A pathway lined with benches, flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a tree.

A spacious lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, a modern sofa, and a coffee table.

13. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Chinatown, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Simona

￥62,310

￥81,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

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

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a potted plant, a tablet, and a TV on the wall.

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

14. Hotel G San Francisco

2.3 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Jason

￥19,003

￥28,742 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

15. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Katie

￥16,836

￥19,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, seating, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern interior with a central escalator, multiple levels, and a distinctive sculpture.

A high-rise building with a view of a waterfront promenade, a clock tower, and a bridge in the distance.

16. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Financial District, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Rajdeep

￥31,858

￥44,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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.

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

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.6 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Miren

￥22,253

￥31,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern hotel exterior with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern restaurant with outdoor seating and a prominent sign.

A bar area with three arched mirrors, a variety of bottles, and black chairs.

18. Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.7 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Stacey

￥22,733

￥33,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 0.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Amanda

￥28,048

￥33,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

20. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Taoufik

￥21,854

￥25,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Aquarium of the Bay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	9.4 Exceptional 3,416 reviews	View
Orchard Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Omni San Francisco Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,230 reviews	View

Top Aquarium of the Bay Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Good location"

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

".."

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean rooms"

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"From the moment we arrived and were greeted by Lawrence to Joanna assisting with our trip was a 10/10! Everything was perfect."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect. The staff very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again."

Handlery Union Square Hotel

8/10 Good

"Spacious room with excellent and well planned layout. Bathroom"

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"This property was great. Even had washer and dryers for use. Would definitely recommend this property and stay again in the future."

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"The location is near Chinese market and walkable distance"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aquarium of the Bay?

Aquarium of the Bay 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 180 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Aquarium of the Bay?

Adjacent to Aquarium of the Bay, 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 Zoe Fisherman's Wharf.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Aquarium of the Bay?

Expedia has 180 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Aquarium of the Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aquarium of the Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Aquarium of the Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Aquarium of the Bay?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Aquarium of the Bay, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Aquarium of the Bay?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Exploratorium, Cable Car Museum, or Market Street Railway Museum. Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, and Columbus Tower are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at SF Masonic Auditorium, Marines Memorial Theater, and SHN Curran Theatre.

How can I get to Aquarium of the Bay?

You can take advantage of metro transit at Jones St and Beach St Stop, Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop, and Hyde St & Beach St Stop. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Aquarium of the Bay hotels

1. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

2. Orchard Hotel

3. Galleria Park Hotel

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

6. Orchard Garden Hotel

7. The Jay, Autograph Collection

8. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

9. The Huntington Hotel

10. Columbus Motor Inn

11. Argonaut Hotel

12. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

13. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

14. Hotel G San Francisco

15. Star Motel

16. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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

18. Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

20. Castle Inn

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Top Aquarium of the Bay Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

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San Francisco Carousel

Pier 39

Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze

Boudin at the Wharf Museum

California Welcome Center

Francisco St Steps

SkyStar Wheel Fisherman’s Wharf

Jack Early Park

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