Haight-Ashbury, CA

San Francisco
Haight-Ashbury which includes a city
Home of the Summer of Love, flower power and the Grateful Dead in the ’60s, this neighborhood is still a San Francisco landmark rich with history. 

Haight Ashbury was the epicenter of 1960s flowered-power fueled counterculture, a refuge for rebellious teens, society dropouts and peace-loving dreamers. Janis Joplin and The Grateful Dead are long-gone, but many remnants of the tie-dye wearing, incense-burning, love-not-war generation are still evident in this bohemian neighborhood. Students and other local young people, as well as tourists, hang out in the coffee houses and music clubs, book stores, boutiques and shops selling ethnic clothes and smoking paraphernalia.

If you want to get in touch with your inner flower child and sample some of the history of the Haight, you can still find Hendrix and Jefferson Airplane records (actual vinyl!) in a few of the music stores and “hippie” relics in the souvenir shops. But the neighborhood is considerably more gentrified than in its ’60s heyday. Expensive clothing boutiques, hip restaurants and internet cafes all add to the eclectic vibe. 

In the ’70s, most of the hippies moved out and the yuppies moved in, snapping up the colorful Victorian row houses, “painted ladies,” that draw tourists from all over the world.  Some of these “painted ladies,” a term for Edwardian and Victorian homes painted in three or more colors—typically pink, purple, lemon and lavender—to embellish the intricate architectural details, date back to the mid-1800’s. The entire district is unique in that it survived the 1906 earthquake that destroyed more than 80 percent of the city. 

The best way to enjoy and discover this laid-back yet lively neighborhood is by strolling the streets with a camera. Consider finishing your day at historic Buena Vista Park, the oldest park in the city, which covers 37 acres (nearly 15 hectares) along a steep hillside with amazing views of the city and the ocean. This is a great vantage point to watch the sun go down over the Golden Gate Bridge.


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Haight-Ashbury Hotel Deals

The Marker San Francisco
The Marker San Francisco
4 out of 5
501 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ¥14,015 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
¥14,015
per night
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"The hotel itself was very nice. Over priced restaurant and the amount of homeless people around the building was pretty bad."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

The Marker San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is ¥18,933 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
¥18,933
per night
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,360 reviews)
"Great hotel and views! All employees were nice and make you feel welcome. Room service made the bed while we were gone exploring which is a plus. Only negative was that I wish I would have know that you have to pay to park which was $45/ day."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ¥18,774 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
¥18,774
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,189 reviews)
"Breakfast was great!"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
King George Hotel
King George Hotel
3 out of 5
334 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥14,983 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
¥14,983
per night
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,386 reviews)
Very good hotel
"Really great value for money. Perfect location for us. Easy access from BART station. Cable cars just around the corner. Pleasant walk to Fisherman’s Wharf. Room had everything you could need and a really comfy bed. Coffee and pastries included for breakfast which was great for early starts and long ..."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

King George Hotel
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
The price is ¥20,295 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥20,295
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,489 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and always available. Loved the pool table area!"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ¥16,326 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
¥16,326
per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,627 reviews)
"Staff were so warm and welcoming. Check-in/check-out process was quick and efficient. Hotel is a convenient 10 minute walk to Chinatown, Ferry Building and California cable car/transit access. Financial district is quiet on weekends so a big plus in my book!"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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