What is Portola like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting San Francisco's Portola neighborhood.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Portola area?

Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Portola and start exploring everything San Francisco has to offer.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Portola.

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

For more information about updating your trip to Portola or cancelling it, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Portola?

A few places to visit in the area around Portola include Esmeralda Slide Park, Bayview Opera House, and Cow Palace. When you're sightseeing in San Francisco, Harry Steps and Eleanor Harwood Gallery are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Portola hotels

The Evergreen

23.9 km from Portola

Douglas

￥23,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

16.3 km from Portola

Mele

￥21,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 18 - Apr 19

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.8 km from Portola

Walkiria

￥17,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 10 - Apr 11

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 9 km from Portola

Debra

￥33,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 8.9 km from Portola

Gina

￥34,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

5.6 km from Portola

Brenda

￥40,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 18 - Apr 19

Marin Lodge

30.5 km from Portola

Cora

￥21,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

16 km from Portola

Fritz Lou

￥21,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

The Dylan at SFO

14.5 km from Portola

Mark

￥21,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 11 - Apr 12

Two Queens Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

29.9 km from Portola

Lili

￥16,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 11 - Apr 12

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

6 km from Portola

Courtney

￥40,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 11 - Apr 12

1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 8.5 km from Portola

Mrs Meeta

￥22,185 total

includes taxes & fees

May 6 - May 7

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf, 9 km from Portola

Jennifer

￥31,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

18.7 km from Portola

Oveta

￥26,775 total

includes taxes & fees

May 10 - May 11

Hotel Aura SFO

12.1 km from Portola

Richard

￥18,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

14.6 km from Portola

Shaquille

￥17,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 8.8 km from Portola

Richard

￥25,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

17.9 km from Portola

Marisa

￥24,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Aloft San Francisco Airport

14.1 km from Portola

Michelle

￥23,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 25 - Apr 26

San Remo Hotel

North Beach, 8.6 km from Portola

Alejandro

￥16,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

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Where to stay in Portola

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

Fisherman's Wharf

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.

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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.

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Downtown San Francisco

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.

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North Beach

Adjacent to Chinatown and the Financial District, this "Little Italy" boasts Italian restaurants, cafes, and bakeries along Columbus Avenue and Washington Square. Explore the National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi and City Lights Bookstore.

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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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Top Portola Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Location is good"

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The property was clean, and the staff were helpful—almost everyone was exceptionally friendly. The room was spacious, and although the pool area was small, it offered plenty of seating, including a few cabanas. The heated pool was especially appreciated given the cold weather. Our room didn’t include an ironing board like the second room we reserved but we didn’t end up needing it, and I’m sure it would have been provided if requested. The lobby also features several games, which are a nice touch for passing the time."

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"The page for this hotel said there was an airport shuttle. That is false! And it was one of the main reasons I booked this hotel. We ended up with a $65 cab ride plus tip to get there. They do have a car/driver to take you to the cruise port, but a cab is less expensive. Gotta fix that airport shuttle thing on the hotels.com site."

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Our top choices for Portola hotels

The Evergreen

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Marin Lodge

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

The Dylan at SFO

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Hotel Aura SFO

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Aloft San Francisco Airport

San Remo Hotel

Where to stay in Portola

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

North Beach

Nob Hill

Top Portola Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

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