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Discover Central Waterfront hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Our top choices for Central Waterfront hotels

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2083)
"Very comfortable, home feel, nice staff."
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great staff, good food "
The price is ¥24,598
¥28,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1200)
"Very nice stay!"
The price is ¥15,868
¥18,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"The staff is very friendly "
The price is ¥18,436
¥21,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4492)
"It's our go-to place to stay when we're in the area."
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Great hotel. Both for business and leisure "
The price is ¥18,554
¥24,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Hotel Aura SFO

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2406)
"Great place!"
The price is ¥15,737
¥18,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Aura SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1727)
"Great stay. Would stay again if I am in the area. "
The price is ¥16,742
¥19,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Dylan at SFO

Hotel Nova SFO

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The staff and hotel were very welcoming "
The price is ¥13,655
¥16,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Nova SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1405)
"The breakfast was excellent for the price and the bed was nice and comfortable! "
The price is ¥15,208
¥18,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hotel Skye SFO

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Nice place we will book again "
The price is ¥11,818
¥14,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1110)
"It was a great experience staying here"
The price is ¥23,363
¥26,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6709)
"Great location, breakfast was really good. Staff was really nice too, overall a good place to stay. "
The price is ¥16,625
¥25,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

The Atrium Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"We stayed here for two nights and had no complaints! "
The price is ¥15,329
¥18,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Atrium Hotel

Hotel Aluxor SFO

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2258)
"Nice-clean, quite, big room, very kind staffs,"
Hotel Aluxor SFO

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2290)
"Very nice stay, wide room and perfect service"
The price is ¥35,119
¥41,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1554)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is ¥16,162
¥19,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Hotel Mira Vista

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Stayed here 1 night, good service, good location for us"
The price is ¥16,736
¥18,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Fiona

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (779)
"Great news place to stay "
Hotel Fiona

LiA Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"It was nice to stay at tour place"
LiA Hotel
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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Find the best Central Waterfront areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Fisherman's Wharf

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Discover Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in this bustling tourist hotspot. Savor seafood at family-owned restaurants and explore the sea lion colony, while enjoying convenient cable car access.

Union Square

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Downtown San Francisco

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Nob Hill

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Central Waterfront like?

Travelers to San Francisco's Central Waterfront neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Central Waterfront? Consider a visit to San Francisco Bay while you're in the neighborhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Central Waterfront.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Waterfront?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Central Waterfront, head over to our customer service page.

What are the top things to see and do in Central Waterfront?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Craft & Design or Letterform Archive during your visit to Central Waterfront. A visit to San Francisco Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Chase Center and Oracle Park are some favorite places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, be sure to visit other sights like Anchor Brewing Company or California College of the Arts.

How can I get around Central Waterfront and the greater San Francisco area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at 23rd Street Station, 20th Street Station, or UCSF Medical Center Station. To venture out of town, take a train from 22nd Street Station.