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

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A dining table with plates of food, two wine glasses, and cutlery, set against a cityscape view.

A banquet hall with a central stage, chandeliers, and rows of tables set for a formal event.

A swimming pool with lane dividers, a sign for the Marines' Memorial Association, and a lifeguard chair.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a bell in the center.

1. Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

Theater District, 2.2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

DEBORAH HYUN JI

￥24,069

￥28,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Ann

￥23,744

￥28,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

A hotel with a brick facade, a red awning, and a sign for 'Galleria Park Hotel'.

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

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

3. Galleria Park Hotel

Financial District, 2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Oleg

￥24,149

￥34,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 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 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

Keeshaun

￥76,383

￥89,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

5. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

2.2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Paul

￥23,225

￥27,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

6. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Financial District, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Christina

￥33,642

￥45,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

7. Orchard Garden Hotel

Chinatown, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Ashley

￥23,435

￥27,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

8. The Huntington Hotel

Nob Hill, 1.9 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Steven

￥120,402

￥149,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

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

9. Columbus Motor Inn

Russian Hill, 0.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

julia

￥30,797

￥36,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

10. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Chinatown, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Simona

￥67,765

￥87,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

11. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

James

￥23,261

￥27,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

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.

12. Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf, 1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Michelle

￥41,782

￥55,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 traditional room with a fireplace, patterned furniture, and a bookshelf.

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

13. White Swan Inn

2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Mohamed

￥27,511

￥37,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

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

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

14. The Jay, Autograph Collection

Financial District, 1.7 km from Aquarium of the Bay

David

￥59,908

￥70,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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.

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

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

15. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

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

Teresa

￥29,900

￥35,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

16. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Keegan

￥20,891

￥30,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two yellow armchairs, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

17. Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

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

Jennifer

￥29,032

￥40,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

18. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

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

Lissa

￥28,879

￥41,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A covered outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table set for two, and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

A grand staircase with a modern design, flanked by two chairs and two potted plants.

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.

19. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.2 km from Aquarium of the Bay

Janelle

￥147,312

￥173,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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.

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

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

Marcin

￥29,954

￥40,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Aquarium of the Bay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Marines Memorial Club & Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 196 reviews	View
Orchard Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square	9.4 Exceptional 3,452 reviews	View

Top Aquarium of the Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed here multiple times and appreciate the cleanliness and the staff The staff were attentive and polite."

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great hotel in the heart of San Francisco. The easy access to cable cars, buses and the ability to walk makes getting places very easy. The staff was friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Love the proximity to Union Square, Market St, Chinatown, Ferry Building & every form of public transportation !"

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and friendly staff"

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Great room. Amazing care products especially body lotion. Nice work out room but could use a fan."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was in an amazing location. Rooms were clean and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We could walk to most all attractions. The breakfast was spectacular. I loved the fire tables with the seating. We were disappointed there was no hot tub and we could hear the upstairs people walking around. Overall I would highly recommend this property."

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel Zoe was a pleasure. It's close to Fisherman's Wharf, just the perfect location. Staff was helpful with all our questions and recommendations. Our room was cleaned daily and always smelled fresh. Zoe's restaurant, Pescatore, was super convenient, not to mention delicious, especially for breakfast. If we ever make it back to San Francisco, we would stay at Hotel Zoe's again. I highly recommend this hotel."

Comfort Inn by the Bay

8/10 Good

"Nice staff. Breakfast was good and stocked up nicely. The fresh fruit was very welcomed. We stayed there to separate times and the 2nd room was noisy at night due to the wind and the window not sealed enough. Otherwise for the level of hotel I do recommend. Also close enough to the wharf to make it convenient to get around."

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved having a balcony, gym was clean, pool was nice given the warm weather, rooms are spacious. The location was ideal and felt safe to walk around. Overall service was good. I will definitely stay here again"

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Pier 39

9.0/10 (31,803 reviews)

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Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze

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California Welcome Center

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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 177 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 Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco.

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

Expedia has 177 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 Fort Mason 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. Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

2. Orchard Hotel

3. Galleria Park Hotel

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

5. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

6. Omni San Francisco Hotel

7. Orchard Garden Hotel

8. The Huntington Hotel

9. Columbus Motor Inn

10. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

11. Star Motel

12. Argonaut Hotel

13. White Swan Inn

14. The Jay, Autograph Collection

15. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

16. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

17. Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

18. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

19. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

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

Compare popular hotels close to Aquarium of the Bay

Top Aquarium of the Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Stanford Court San Francisco

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Comfort Inn by the Bay

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Other attractions near Aquarium of the Bay

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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