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Our top choices for Central Waterfront hotels

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Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1506)
"The staff was amazing and made my stay feel good. "
United States
Omaly
The price is ฿5,558
฿6,542 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel VIA
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
Union Square, 4 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (713)
"Front staff efficient, excellent location, very clean!"
United States
Josette
The price is ฿2,765
฿3,254 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel 32One
Exterior
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1900)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿4,624
฿5,442 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Meeting facility
Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco
4.0 star property
3.8 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Location was perfect ! Staff was superb ! Great value for money ! "
Brazil
Rodrigo
Hotel G San Francisco
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
Financial District, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2834)
"Clean room, friendly staff and good location"
United States
Jose Eduardo
The price is ฿3,141
฿3,696 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Exterior
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
4.0 star property
South of Market, 3.1 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1044)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Yiwei
The price is ฿5,369
฿7,598 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6.1 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3836)
"Excellent stay and great location! "
United States
CHRISTINE
The price is ฿3,931
฿6,051 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Games room
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2340)
"Great location"
United States
Deborah
The price is ฿3,898
฿5,684 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Property entrance
Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel
4.0 star property
Chinatown, 4 km from Central Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Great location "
Canada
Jorge
The price is ฿4,329
฿5,165 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Orchard Garden Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
Union Square, 3.7 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2667)
"Great service, great location, great hotel. "
United States
Laura
The price is ฿4,722
฿6,984 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 6 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1481)
"Wonderful Stay"
United States
Robert
The price is ฿4,190
฿6,209 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
Front of property – evening/night
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
Financial District, 4.5 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2201)
"Great hotel "
United States
Tanya
The price is ฿3,283
฿3,864 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Interior
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
16.2 km from Central Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1095)
"Wonderful, will stay here again."
United States
Jennifer
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Terrace/patio
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Central Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1305)
"Convenient location, friendly staff"
United States
Diane
The price is ฿3,445
฿4,213 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Exterior
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1192)
"We had a relaxing stay at the Hyatt House. We enjoy the friendly staff and location."
United States
Darius
The price is ฿4,469
฿5,014 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Interior entrance
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf, 5.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1641)
"Great location, service, and rooms!"
United States
Joyce
The price is ฿3,603
฿5,560 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Terrace/patio
White Swan Inn

White Swan Inn

White Swan Inn
3.5 star property
Union Square, 4.2 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great place to stay in San Fransisco "
Canada
Daniel
White Swan Inn
City view
Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco
4.0 star property
Nob Hill, 4.3 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1326)
"Very good location!"
United States
robin
The price is ฿3,775
฿5,831 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Stanford Court San Francisco
Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor) | City view
citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
Union Square, 3.6 km from Central Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1436)
"amazing stay perfect home away from home "
United States
Yvette
The price is ฿3,879
฿4,566 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
citizenM San Francisco Union Square
View from room
Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel
4.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great location, vintage place & walkable everywhere"
United States
ROBERT
The price is ฿4,314
฿6,502 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Harbor Court Hotel
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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Find the best Central Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

Fashion puts on its finest face in one of the country’s largest shopping plazas.

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.

Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a bay or harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

This waterfront neighborhood dates back to the gold rush era and is a hub for tourist activities, sea lions and seafood restaurants.

South of Market which includes skyline, a park and cbd

South of Market

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

Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

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

Top Central Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"We loved it at the Caza!! We could not enjoy the pool due to inclement weather but everything else was great! The huge lobby with complimentary coffee in the morning and games, the cleanliness, the politeness of the entire staff. All at very reasonable prices! "
Alessandra 4-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

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.