Tenderloin Travel Guide

San Francisco

A grand building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a clear blue sky.
A statue of a seated man with a book, surrounded by trees and a classical building with columns.
A classical building with ornate gold detailing, a street lamp, and an American flag.
A large neoclassical building with a prominent dome and columns, featuring ornate gold detailing and a statue on top.
A statue of a woman holding a staff and shield, with an American flag on a building in the background.
There’s something a little tough about Tenderloin, but you’ll still want to sink your teeth into it.

Ten years ago, if you told someone you were going to visit the Tenderloin district of San Francisco, people might’ve thought you had some screws loose. However, in recent years, the Tenderloin has transformed itself into a trendy nook of Northern California’s best city. If you’re into street art, take a tour of some of the best murals in the city. Some of the artists who’ve contributed work include the likes of Banksy, Shepard Fairey, and Barry McGee. Those are some heavy hitters.


Stay near popular Tenderloin attractions


Top hotels in Tenderloin

The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel

3 out of 5
601 Eddy St San Francisco CA
The price is ₹10,651 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹10,651
₹12,536 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"My fav place in sf!!!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

The Phoenix Hotel
Embassy Hotel

Embassy Hotel

2.5 out of 5
610 Polk St San Francisco CA
The price is ₹8,203 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
₹8,203
₹9,655 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy valet parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Oracle ...
6.4/10 (909 reviews)
"It was a nice place with a bathroom in the room, which is not as common in SF. Would stay again. Short walk to market and BART station."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Embassy Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is ₹13,700 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
₹13,700
₹16,124 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,040 reviews)
"Good just didn’t like how small room was"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
425 North Point San Francisco CA
The price is ₹19,033 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹19,033
₹26,596 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,068 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and friendly. Room could’ve been cleaner."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹24,143 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹24,143
₹33,529 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,542 reviews)
"Everything was great except for the fridge. There was no room to put anything in there."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Fairmont San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is ₹12,794 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
₹12,794
₹15,058 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Where to stay in Tenderloin

Find the best Tenderloin areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Fisherman's Wharf

Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

Union Square

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

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.

South of Market

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.



Tenderloin Travel Guide