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. A few places to visit in the area around Central Waterfront include Oracle Park, Chase Center and Anchor Brewing Company. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, make sure that you visit other sights such as California College of the Arts or Hosfelt Gallery.

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.

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront

Gary

₹15,245 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 6.1 km from Central Waterfront

Harold Franklin

₹17,393 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Feb - 20 Feb

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Financial District, 4.5 km from Central Waterfront

Christine

₹10,633 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Feb - 16 Feb

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Financial District, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront

Natthaya

₹12,716 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Feb - 16 Feb

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 4.7 km from Central Waterfront

Carlos Emiro

₹13,545 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 5.9 km from Central Waterfront

Sergio

₹14,874 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

South of Market, 3.1 km from Central Waterfront

Yana

₹22,899 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

11.8 km from Central Waterfront

Yongjin

₹15,512 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

13.9 km from Central Waterfront

Jean

₹11,745 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

11.9 km from Central Waterfront

Diane

₹13,157 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

YOTEL San Francisco

3.4 km from Central Waterfront

Sherretha

₹10,751 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

4 km from Central Waterfront

Amy

₹9,557 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront

Claudia

₹16,963 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Feb - 19 Feb

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Union Square, 4 km from Central Waterfront

Maria

₹21,336 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square

4 km from Central Waterfront

Valerie

₹12,825 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

29.4 km from Central Waterfront

Meg

₹22,791 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Feb - 19 Feb

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

12.2 km from Central Waterfront

Arun

₹15,496 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Hotel 32One

Union Square, 4 km from Central Waterfront

Lorenzo

₹11,460 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

16.2 km from Central Waterfront

Hume

San Remo Hotel

North Beach, 5.7 km from Central Waterfront

Hsiao-Feng

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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

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Union Square

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

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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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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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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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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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