What is Central Waterfront like?

Travellers to San Francisco's Central Waterfront neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. 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 neighbourhood.

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 as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Central Waterfront.

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 neighbourhood. Oracle Park and Chase Center are some popular places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, make sure that you visit other sights such as 888 Garage or The Midway.

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.

The Best Hotels in Central Waterfront, San Francisco - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Central Waterfront hotels

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2.4 km from Central Waterfront

Brittney

₹21,019 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

1.9 km from Central Waterfront

Jennifer

₹23,521 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

3. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Financial District, 4.1 km from Central Waterfront

Rajdeep

₹28,699 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

4. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 4.7 km from Central Waterfront

shalaka

₹16,544 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

5. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront

Maribeth

₹19,637 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

11.4 km from Central Waterfront

jenny

₹16,283 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

17.2 km from Central Waterfront

Celeste

₹13,794 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

8. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

12.8 km from Central Waterfront

Kenneth

₹12,104 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

16.4 km from Central Waterfront

Victor

₹14,735 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

10. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront

Hector

₹18,607 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

11. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square, 3.7 km from Central Waterfront

Gladys

₹23,517 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

11.2 km from Central Waterfront

Evelyn

₹14,403 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

12 km from Central Waterfront

Juan

₹13,071 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

14. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Union Square, 3.8 km from Central Waterfront

Andrea

₹18,267 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront

Miren

₹17,730 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

16. The Westin San Francisco Airport

17.2 km from Central Waterfront

Karl

₹17,116 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

17. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

18.3 km from Central Waterfront

Roberto

₹17,190 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

18. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

17.8 km from Central Waterfront

Prakhar

₹15,106 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

19. Hotel Aura SFO

15.7 km from Central Waterfront

Charles

₹13,061 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

20. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront

Eric

₹18,146 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

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

A street with shops, including a crystal shop and a crepes cafe.

Fisherman's Wharf

A historic neighbourhood by the waterfront, and a great place to eat out and enjoy the busy surroundings.

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

One of the biggest and most popular shopping plazas across the United States.

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a central park with pathways, and a few people walking.

South of Market

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

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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nob Hill

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

"great location and great views of the bay area"

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"今回は1人で滞在しました。お部屋は広く清潔で、立地も良く、スタッフの対応も非常に良かったです。 1階のショップには、きちんとしたカットフルーツやサラダ、サンドイッチなども販売されていて、ちょっとした食事を買うのにもとても便利でした。そして、最上階のバーはとにかく絶景です！宿泊するなら、ぜひ一度は行くことをおすすめします。"

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Our top choices for Central Waterfront hotels

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

3. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

5. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

8. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

10. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

11. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

14. Handlery Union Square Hotel

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

16. The Westin San Francisco Airport

17. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

18. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

19. Hotel Aura SFO

20. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

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